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Antigua and Barbuda Delegation Arrives in Barbados for CARIFESTA XV
Antigua and Barbuda Delegation Arrives in Barbados for CARIFESTA XV St. John’s, Antigua – August 22, 2025 – The twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda has officially arrived in Barbados for the highly anticipated Caribbean Festival of Arts...

Gorgeous holiday hotspot making millions every year for very unexpected reason
Not everyone is fearing the rise of AI – this tiny Caribbean island struck gold in an unexpected way. ChatGPT's launch in 2022 ago brought about the dawn of the AI age and, curiously, a massive boost to Anguilla’s economy. The chatbot’s public...
ANTIGUA-FINANCE-Government moving ahead with plans regarding Jolly Beach Hotel

Where’s the safest place to vacation in the Caribbean? This report has the answer
Tourists looking for an island escape can now learn what the safest Caribbean destination is due to its low crime rate and distance from the hurricane zone. Always All-Inclusive, which specializes in all-inclusive experiences at Sandals Resorts,...

Antigua & Barbuda Start-Up Selected for Global Climate Tech Showcase
McDonald, who holds a master’s degree in computer information systems from Boston University, has been leading efforts to develop a regenerative tourism product that blends environmental conservation with technology. She added that being selected...

Antigua & Barbuda ClimateTech Start-Up to Present at TechBeach Retreat’s Carbon Shift Demo Day
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP EcoShores Expeditions is proud to announce its selection to participate in the TechBeach Retreat Carbon Shift Demo Day, on August 21st, the culminating event of the Carbon Shift Climate Tech Startup Program....

EcoShores Expeditions Pioneers Regenerative Tourism with Carbon Shift Accelerator
EcoShores Expeditions is proud to announce its selection to participate in the TechBeach Retreat Carbon Shift Demo Day, on August 21st, the culminating event of the Carbon Shift Climate Tech Startup Program. This initiative, developed by TBR Lab...

Antigua and Barbuda Delegation Travels to China for Agricultural Seminar
A five-member delegation from Antigua and Barbuda has departed for China to participate in an international seminar on new vegetable varieties and modern cultivation technologies for developing countries. The two-week program, running from August...

This Caribbean island ranked No. 1 as the safest to travel to due low crime
If you’re looking to travel to a Caribbean island with a low crime rate and out of the hurricane zone with hurricane season coming up this year, look no further. A national ranking of safe Caribbean islands, the island of Aruba topped the list,...

Gonsalves says NDP apologists, fellow-travellers suffer from contagious denial
THE POLITICAL DISEASE OF DENIAL The apologists and fellow-travellers of the opposition NDP are in a state of denial; they should avoid each other because this contagious political disease among this small, and shrinking band of rank opportunists...

Residents Encouraged to Boost Skills at Eco-Tourism Workshop
The workshop builds on IHO’s previous EcoTourism Livelihoods Course, which has already benefited over 40 participants in NDNP communities. This session aims to reach more residents, with a focus on youth seeking to expand their skills and career...

New Zealand Takes #1 Spot in International Foodie Travel Index
New Zealand has been named this year’s must-visit vacation spot for foodies in the United States, taking the top spot in a new comprehensive index. Student travel company Rustic Pathways analysed 70 travel destinations against 32 factors related...

Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Opens First Overseas Office in Toronto
The office includes soundproof meeting booths, a virtual reality and recording studio, and the “Black Pineapple Academy,” a conference and training space for travel professionals and enthusiasts. Wharton said the opening marked the fulfilment of a...

Antigua’s longest-running animal shelter suspends operations
“This is not the end – yet,” Handy said. “We are asking for continued support while we assess our finances and determine our next steps. “Since announcing our suspension on social media last week, we have been blown away by the response from...

You'll be able to fly to this Caribbean Paradise with white sandy beaches directly from Cardiff
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more If you love white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters then it might come as music to your ears that Cardiff Airport will soon be...

Reggae Girlz chart course toward historic third-straight World Cup appearance
Jamaica’s Reggae Girlz now know the path they must travel if they are to reach a third consecutive FIFA Women’s World Cup. - Advertisement - In Wednesday’s official Concacaf draw, the Jamaicans were placed in Group B of the first round of the...

Antigua & Barbuda to launch Antigua Racing Cup in 2026
The Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment has announced that a new vision for yachting in Antigua and Barbuda is beginning to take shape, building on the long-established brand of Antigua Sailing...

Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority Celebrates Opening of New Toronto Office
The Hon. Charles ‘Max’ Fernandez, Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment, and Colin C. James, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) joined Director of Tourism, Tameka Wharton...

UPP Candidate Urges Government to Restore Cancer Treatment Access in Antigua
Lovell Calls for Revival of OECS Cancer Centre Amid Healthcare Gaps Harold Lovell, the United Progressive Party’s (UPP) candidate for All Saints West, has criticised the government over the closure of key health facilities and the underuse of...

OPINION: Are We Getting Value for the Money Spent on Government Travel?
By Bijoux Every year, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda spends hundreds of thousands of dollars on overseas travel for ministers, government officials, and, in particular, representatives from the Ministry of Tourism. Agencies fund some of...