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The BTMI’s UK and Ireland Office will play host to Barbados’ Inaugural Pickleball Open, set for 26 – 29 November at Wyndham Sam Lords Castle. Pickleball, recognised the world over as the fastest growing racquet sport in recent times, will entice enthusiastic players of all levels in the UK and Ireland, to converge on Barbados,…
London Gatwick flight arrived Sunday, kicking off historic triple-daily winter flights and a first-ever double-daily summer schedule. BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, October 27, 2026 — The first flight of the relaunched daily direct British Airways service from London Gatwick (LGW) arrived Sunday afternoon. The flight deck, cabin crew, and 135 passengers enjoyed an authentically Barbadian welcome,…
The Caribbean’s premier running festival returns 3–7 December 2026 with scenic World Athletics-certified competitive road racing, wellness experiences, and community and cross-cultural engagement. BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS – 12 October 2026 – Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) officially announced the launch of the 2026 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) Run Barbados Marathon and Wellness Weekend, scheduled for…
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, October 1, 2026 — Registration is open now for the 12th annual Barbados Open Water Festival (BOWF), which will take place November 4–8, 2026. The event features five days of communal swimming alongside hundreds of nautical aficionados, athletes, amateurs, and those in between, in the turquoise waters of Barbados. Since launching with 89…
Bridgetown, Barbados, September 7, 2026 – Barbados is a small island with a surprisingly big story. Located in the eastern Caribbean, Barbados is known for its stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters, but there is so much more to discover beyond the coastline. From its rich cultural heritage and centuries-old traditions to its vibrant calendar of events, culinary scene…
Bridgetown, Barbados, September 2, 2026– Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) has launched Barbados Remembers Your Name, a new global destination campaign that highlights what makes the island memorable, the personal connections and warm welcomes that keep visitors coming back. For repeat visitors especially, Barbados can become a home away from home, and the Caribbean island…
Irish travel agents and tour operators are being encouraged to register for Connect Barbados 2026, taking place from June 22nd–26th at the Hilton Barbados Resort. This curated business-to-business marketplace brings together global travel buyers with leading Barbadian tourism suppliers, including hotels, attractions, destination management companies, and service providers. The event is designed to foster meaningful…
Bridgetown, Barbados, February 27th, 2026: The Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 Barbados Summer Campaign, ‘Your Sweetest Summer Escape’. Holidaymakers are invited to book their Barbados getaway during the exclusive booking window of February 16th to April 30th, 2026, for travel taking place between May 1st and October…
The Jewel of the Caribbean, Barbados Dublin, Ireland – Thursday, 12 February 2026 – Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) UK & Ireland has warmly welcomed today’s announcement that Aer Lingus will launch a new direct service from Dublin (DUB) to Barbados (BGI), with seats going on sale from today, Thursday, February 12th. The new route represents…
2026 also marks five years since the iconic Caribbean island became a Republic 5th February 2026, Dublin: As Barbados prepares to mark 60 years of independence in 2026, the island is gearing up for a landmark year of celebration, investment and innovation. A wave of new hotel openings, luxury re-launches and culturally immersive experiences, alongside a…