comments feedCAYMAN ISLANDS (September 1, 2023) – The wait is over for Cayman Airways customers who have been anxiously looking to book tickets for the airline’s second weekly Los Angeles flight and its new nonstop service between Grand Cayman and Barbados. Tickets are now available to purchase for both new flights. Cayman Airways has confirmed that the much-anticipated […]
Caribbean Carnival Celebrations: A guide to the colorful festivities
August 10, 2023 by Leave a Comment
man wearing a white polo shirt and hat playing drums on carnival – pexels Dive into the vibrant world of Caribbean carnival celebrations. These festivities, originating from a rich tapestry of African and European traditions, pulsate with life. Moreover, they’re deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the Caribbean islands. Every element tells a story, […]
Ground-breaking “Reparations and Racial Healing Study Tour” in Bridgetown, Barbados
July 24, 2023 by Leave a Comment
From The University of the West Indies The first-ever ‘Reparations and Racial Healing StudyTour’ is taking place from July 24 to 28 in Bridgetown Barbados. The topic of global reparations has been making headlines recently, including a prominent cover story in TIME magazine just last month. This groundbreaking reparations study tour will include a gathering […]
Grenada’s Produce Chemist Laboratory receives equipment to strengthen the capacity of the fisheries and aquaculture sector
June 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Handing-over of Laboratory Equipment, from left: Erwin Henry, Chief Analytical Chemist, Grenada Produce Chemist Laboratory; Aaron Francois, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, Fisheries & Cooperatives, Government of Grenada and Gregory Delsol, Technical Specialist, IICA Grenada Delegation. Bridgetown, Barbados, 26th June 2023 (IICA): Grenada’s fisheries sector is a major source of employment and income and a significant […]
Improving access to safe, healthy food in Antigua and Barbuda
June 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Validation of the National Agricultural Health and Food Safety Policy From left: Craig Thomas, National Specialist, IICA Delegation in Antigua and Barbuda, Dr Janil Gore-Francis, SPS National Enquiry Point/Chief Plant Protection Officer, Plant Protection – Department of Agriculture, Dr Janil Gore-Francis, SPS National Enquiry Point/Chief Plant Protection Officer, Plant Protection – Department of Agriculture, Hon […]
Quotable Caribbean – MAY 21, 2023
May 22, 2023 by Leave a Comment
From Bevan Springer Elliott Ferguson “I embrace my Caribbean heritage as my father is of Bahamian descent and appreciate the differences between our destinations, but also the similarities as we focus on the recovery of our industry.” – Elliott Ferguson, President & CEO, Destination DC “CHTA Marketplace has presented an unparalleled opportunity to engage in insightful discussions […]
NOTED BY BEVAN SPRINGER – An inspiring visit to Barbados
May 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
May 20, 2023 An inspiring visit to Barbados MPE CEO Bevan Springer (left) with Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley in Bridgetown earlier this month Illustration by Abdul Wahid, Marketplace Excellence As one of the legions of Barbadians making a life in the diaspora, every trip home is gratifying and a precious opportunity to again breathe […]
Celebrating mothers everywhere, everyday
May 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
MPE CARIBBEAN REPORT NEWSLETTER – MAY 15, 2023 From Bevan Springer MAY 15, 2023 To all the incredible mothers, stepmoms, grandmas and aunts; those who are apart from their moms; all who have lost dear mothers, grandmothers or aunties; friends and neighbors who stepped in with care and nurturing when it was needed; and the […]
QUOTABLE CARIBBEAN – APRIL 15, 2023
April 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley Illustration by Abdul Wahid, MPE We are a region that has already solved some of the most difficult of the so-called developed world’s problems with our universal education. People don’t talk ’bout it. Our universal education, our universal health care, our stable political system … our freedom of choice […]
CARIBBEAN TOURISM AUTHORITY – St. Kitts celebrates new Barbados flights
March 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
MARCH 15, 2023 St. Kitts celebrates new Barbados flights New nonstop interCaribbean Airways flights between Barbados and St. Kitts are being hailed by tourism stakeholders as a step in the right direction to solve to the connectivity challenges facing the region. Although the new thrice-weekly service connecting the popular destinations does not provide a permanent solution to […]
