Barbados is an independent English-speaking Commonwealth country and the easternmost island of the Caribbean. It is one of the most mature tourist destinations in the Caribbean. The island is known for offering some of the most serene beaches in the world, as well as an abundance of dining options, local shopping experiences, outstanding golf courses, and numerous other attractions. According to Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), approximately 80% of visitors to the island come for vacation or tourism purposes. The following graph shows the historical stopover visitation data for Barbados.
Article - HVS Hotel Market Report - The Rebound of Barbados Following COVID-19 - By Kristina M. D'Amico - Following the interruption of Barbados s tourism industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, Barbados is on pace to surpass the peak achieved in 2019 during 2024. The recent and planned opening of a number of internationally branded resorts in Barbados will make the destination even more attractive.
The 2023 edition of the Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference & Operations Summit (CHICOS) brought over 300 attendees to the Westin Beach Resort & Spa St. Thomas, USVI, for several days of networking and industry insights from key stakeholders in the region. This article provides k
Article - HVS Report - Shining in Today s New Normal: Key Takeaways from the Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference 2023 - By Kristina M. D Amico - The 2023 edition of the Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference & Operations Summit (CHICOS) brought over 300 attendees to the Westin Beach Resort & Spa St. Thomas, USVI, for several days of networking and industry insights from key stakeholders in the region. This article provides key takeaways from this year s conference.