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Antigua and Barbuda Youth Cricketers Embark on International Summer Tour Across England and Jersey
Antigua News Room
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July 1, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP The Antigua and Barbuda High Commission in London, in partnership with the Ministry of Sports, Education and the Creative Industries, proudly presents the 2025 Youth Cricket Tour – a tour designed to provide...
Dominican Republic ranked 47th in global tourism cost report
Dominican Today
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The Dominican Republic ranks 47th in the world in terms of tourism costs, with an average daily travel expenditure of US$132, according to a March 2025 report by HelloSafe. This places the country in the mid-to-high range globally—more expensive...
Coalition set sights on taxing luxury air travel to fund climate action
Climate Home News
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July 1, 2025
Eight countries including France, Spain and Kenya are pushing for increased taxation on premium air tickets and private jet travel to fund climate action and development. The newly formed “coalition of the willing”, which also includes Barbados,...
Jamaica’s tourism industry grapples with uneven growth in first half of 2025
The Gleaner
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July 1, 2025
WESTERN BUREAU: Jamaica’s tourism industry is navigating a mixed landscape in 2025, with global economic uncertainty and a lingering US travel advisory dampening early performance even as regional markets, increased airlift, and targeted...
More Brits heading overseas for holidays
TTR Weekly
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June 30, 2025
LONDON, 1 July 2025: Two-thirds of Britons plan to holiday abroad this year despite concerns about affordability and travel costs, according to findings featured in the annual Post Office Holiday Spending Report. The study also showed that more...
Ambassador Anderson delivers national statement at historic OAS General Assembly in Antigua
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 1, 2025
Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States and Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States (OAS), Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson, delivered Jamaica’s National Statement at the 55th Regular Session of the OAS General...
Antigua and Barbuda PM Gaston Browne attends SKMF 2025 with family
SKN News
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June 29, 2025
The Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne and his family travelled to St Kitts to attend the coveted Music Festival on its second day. The Caribbean leader and counterpart was given a warm welcome into St Kitts by Prime Minister, Dr...
Eight-country coalition aims to tax luxury air travel
Brenham Banner-Press - Texas
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Countries including France, Kenya, Barbados and Spain on Monday launched a coalition to push for taxes on wealthy air passengers to help poorer nations respond to climate change, the French presidency said. The coalition, which also brings...
The 6 Most Underrated Caribbean Beach Towns You Need to Visit
Matador Network
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Most travelers land here with the same idea: find a stretch of sand, park up at a beach club, order something cold, and leave winter behind for a week. And while there’s nothing wrong with that, the beaches in the brochures tend to be crowded,...
Love Link Caribbean: Antigua and Barbuda’s dating show goes regional
The Antigua Observer
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June 30, 2025
- Advertisement - Antigua and Barbuda’s first reality dating show has been deemed a success. With 18,000 views in 48 hours and three couples formed, the twin island nation’s TV gamble paid off and now the country is ready to take the entire region...
Antigua and Barbuda Assures US Over Citizenship by Investment Programme
Antigua News Room
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June 28, 2025
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has sought to reassure the United States regarding Antigua and Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP), emphasising the country’s commitment to transparency and accountability. Addressing concerns raised...
US Ambassador Michael Kozak Tours Caribbean LNG Inc. Facility, Praises US-Antigua Partnership
Antigua.News
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June 29, 2025
State-of-the-Art Terminal Positions Antigua and Barbuda as Regional LNG Hub ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA – Senior Bureau Official in the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Ambassador Michael Kozak completed a comprehensive tour of the Caribbean LNG Inc....
Antigua and Barbuda Cabinet Responds to Criticism Over Jolly Beach Resort Investment
Antigua.News
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June 28, 2025
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has issued a statement in response to public comments from former Finance Minister Harold Lovell regarding the government’s recent decision to support the Social Security Scheme’s investment in the redevelopment...
Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority recognised during International Yoga Day celebrations
The Antigua Observer
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June 28, 2025
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority was recognised for its support of yoga in Antigua and Barbuda, during the International Yoga Day celebrations held at the Coolidge Cricket Ground on June 21. The celebration, hosted by the High Commission...
Investigation Launched into Missing American Tourist on Providenciales
Magnetic Media
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June 29, 2025
New York, NY – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) honored outstanding journalists and media professionals at its annual Caribbean Media Awards, held during Caribbean Week in New York (CWNY 2025) last week. Sponsored by the Bermuda Tourism...
FfD4 Seville: Tax on private jets proposed for premium flyers at UN’s development finance conference
Down to Earth
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A group of countries has called for new taxes on premium air travel, including private jets and business-class tickets, as part of efforts to fund climate action and sustainable development. The taxes were proposed at the Fourth International...
Antigua Government Reviews Water Infrastructure Upgrades Ahead of Carnival
Antigua News Room
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June 27, 2025
CABINET NOTES- The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda welcomed the Management Team of the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) for a comprehensive briefing on the progress of several key infrastructure projects currently underway. The team...
Spain, France push jet tax for climate aid.
Euro Weekly News
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July 2, 2025
Joerg Mangelsen from Pexels. A private jet like this could soon face new climate taxes in Europe A new coalition of eight countries, led by Spain and France, has pledged to introduce taxes on luxury air travel, including first-class tickets and...
Swoon-worthy romantic getaways to book now
The Independent (U.S.)
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July 2, 2025
Nothing rekindles connection like a change of scene. Whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon, marking an anniversary or simply craving time together, the best romantic getaways offer more than just beauty. They offer atmosphere, intimacy and a...
Workers Union calls for action against employers who fail to remit Social Security deductions
The Antigua Observer
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July 2, 2025
- Advertisement - By Deslyn A Joseph The Antigua and Barbuda Workers Union (ABWU) has issued a strong warning to employers who infringe upon workers’ rights by deducting Social Security contributions from employees’ wages, yet neglect to remit...