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Cuba opens it’s doors to “Queens of Bartending 2026”

Cuba opens it's doors to "Queens of Bartending 2026" Cuba will host the first Women's World Cocktail Championship, "Queens of Bartending 2026," from March 7 to 10 at the Meliá Cohiba Hotel in Havana. This unprecedented event, endorsed by the International Bartender Association (IBA), will bring together the world's 30 best bartenders. The news was revealed at a press conference held at this emblematic hotel in the Cuban capital, which included the participation of its organizers. The selection of Cuba as the host city recognizes its centuries-old cocktail tradition, with a Bartenders Association that exceeds 1,600 members, 30% of whom are women, and which has been instrumental in preserving classics like the mojito and the daiquiri. "We suggested to the IBA that we create a global event, and they accepted. Could there be a better venue than Cuba?" stated Eddy Naranjo, president of the Cuban Bartenders Association, recalling that the proposal [...]

By |2025-08-05T13:19:23-04:0028 de July de 2025|Events, Outstanding news|Comments Off on Cuba opens it’s doors to “Queens of Bartending 2026”
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The rhythm of jazz at the Iberostar Selection La Habana

The rhythm of jazz at the Iberostar Selection La Habana A collaboration by Rachell Cowan Starting July 17, Thursday nights at the Iberostar Selection La Habana will be filled with jazz. From the 41st floor of the tower, the “Habana Blues” Sky Bar invites you to discover the best views of the city with this musical genre as the soundtrack. According to Alexei Torres Velázquez, director of Communications and Marketing for the hotel chain, JazzHabana is an event that will transform the nights of the Cuban capital from the heights of the Iberostar hotel. Located on the 41st floor of this 42-story colossus — the tallest building in Cuba, with panoramic views 155 meters above sea level — the Habana Blues Bar will host jazz sessions every Thursday in a sophisticated atmosphere where the music will merge with the majesty of the Havana skyline. From the first day, the public will [...]

By |2025-07-21T15:18:03-04:0021 de July de 2025|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on The rhythm of jazz at the Iberostar Selection La Habana
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Rutaca Airlines resumes operations to Cuba from Venezuela

Rutaca Airlines resumes operations to Cuba from Venezuela The International Group of Tour Operators and Travel Agencies, Havanatur SA, received aircraft 5R-2232 of the Venezuelan airline Rutaca Airlines on Friday morning at the José Martí International Airport. Yoelkis Salazar Rivery, director general of Havanatur, along with other executives, welcomed passengers and crew. A large group of travel agents and press representatives arrived in the Cuban capital to learn about products and destinations that will be marketed as part of the tourism options that Venezuelan travelers can enjoy in the Caribbean archipelago. According to statements from airline executives, the flights will include two weekly frequencies, on Mondays and Fridays. The aircraft will take off from the city of Valencia in the state of Carabobo, Venezuela, directly to Havana, Cuba. The flight time is approximately three and a half hours. This flight route is the result of negotiations between the Alba Tours Agency [...]

By |2025-07-21T15:16:24-04:0021 de July de 2025|Outstanding news, Transportation|Comments Off on Rutaca Airlines resumes operations to Cuba from Venezuela
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Cubanacan Hotel Group secures sales in Canada

Cubanacan Hotel Group secures sales in Canada By Daily Pérez Guillén The Cubanacan Hotel Group presents itself in Canada as the gateway to Cuba’s natural and cultural treasures. In a conversation with TTC, Yaima Suárez, vice president of the company, explained that she had recently exchanged views with more than 70 travel agents, YouTubers, and the specialized press, with the goal of updating those who market and promote the chain’s products in the Canadian market. The executive emphasized the importance of visitors from that country for the development of tourism in Cuba, and especially for the Hotel Group. “We are showcasing the new features for this summer, for the fall, and for next winter, when an increase in seats to the destination is expected,” she stated. Cubanacán boasts 38 years of hospitality excellence, as well as 17,000 rooms in 118 hotel facilities, along with 6 dive centers, 9 wellness centers, and [...]

By |2025-07-28T12:57:43-04:0021 de July de 2025|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on Cubanacan Hotel Group secures sales in Canada
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American Travelers are driving a Summer Boom in Curaçao 

American Travelers are driving a Summer Boom in Curaçao The colors are bold here: cobalt water, saffron facades, coral reefs you can practically step into. It’s not high season, not by a long shot. And yet, the island feels full—of energy, of travelers, of something quietly surging beneath the surface. Because this is Curaçao’s moment. And more travelers are choosing it—even in June. Curaçao Is Quietly Having a Tourism Boom According to new data from the Curaçao Tourist Board, the island welcomed 57,412 stayover visitors in June 2025—a 15 percent increase over the same month last year. For an off-peak period, it’s a staggering figure. The growth wasn’t limited to one region, either. Visitors came from across the map: Caribbean arrivals were up by 25 percent. South America rose 20 percent. North America followed with a 15 percent jump. Even Europe, typically steady, posted 8 percent growth. And when you break it down further, one trend [...]

By |2025-07-21T13:53:41-04:0021 de July de 2025|Tourism|Comments Off on American Travelers are driving a Summer Boom in Curaçao 
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Caribben Airlines expands services from Dominica

Caribben Airlines expands services from Dominica The Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica is elated by the announcement from Caribbean Airlines (CAL) to expand services in Dominica to include San Juan, Puerto Rico, and increased frequency from Trinidad. This is the result of consistent collaboration with regional and international airline partners, including Caribbean Airlines, aimed at enhancing Dominica’s connectivity and visitor experience. The schedule, jointly developed with Caribbean Airlines, re-establishes direct service between San Juan, Puerto Rico and Dominica, just one month after Silver Airways announced total cessation of operations. This new connection restores a critical link to the San Juan hub, providing smooth onward connections for both inbound and outbound travelers from the U.S. mainland and the wider Caribbean. The new route offers an afternoon departure from San Juan at 4:00 p.m., allowing more time for inbound connecting passengers. The return leg departs Dominica at 10:00 a.m., offering a more [...]

By |2025-07-21T13:49:31-04:0021 de July de 2025|Transportation|Comments Off on Caribben Airlines expands services from Dominica
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35.1% of Dominicans engaged in domestic tourism in the last year

35.1% of Dominicans engaged in domestic tourism in the last year Currently, 35.1% of the Dominican adult population has taken at least one trip within the country in the last 12 months. Of this group, 30.5% reported an average spending of more than RD$10,000 per person, primarily for vacations, visits to family or friends, and work-related activities. This is revealed by the recent results of the First National Survey of Domestic Tourism (ENTÍ) of the Dominican Republic, corresponding to June 2025, prepared by the Center for Tourism Studies and Local Development (CETDEL) and Quantum Analytics, with the collaboration of the Ibero-American University (UNIBE). However, despite its high potential for communities, this type of tourism faces limitations, according to economist Huáscar Jiménez, executive director of Cetdel. He indicated that domestic tourism is a necessary but still limited practice with great potential. “The data shows that domestic tourism is key to the country’s economic and [...]

By |2025-07-21T13:45:24-04:0021 de July de 2025|Tourism|Comments Off on 35.1% of Dominicans engaged in domestic tourism in the last year
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Time to rethink Caribbean tourism

Time to rethink Caribbean tourism By Lilia Burunciuc, World Bank Director for the Caribbean For decades, Caribbean tourism has been synonymous with sun, sea, and sand. These natural assets remain a source of beauty, pride, and economic promise. During my four years in the region, I’ve had the opportunity to experience this firsthand—both in my professional capacity, visiting nearly every country across the Caribbean, and in my personal life, traveling with family and friends to explore its rich culture, landscapes, and communities. While the allure of the Caribbean is undeniable, the model of tourism that has developed around it is under strain. The COVID-19 pandemic laid bare the vulnerabilities of tourism-dependent economies. It also created a moment of reflection—a chance to reconsider what kind of tourism serves the region best, not just today but in the long term. Tourism contributes over 22 percent of GDP across the Caribbean and supports 2.75 [...]

By |2025-07-14T13:28:28-04:0014 de July de 2025|Business|Comments Off on Time to rethink Caribbean tourism
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Sosúa business leaders support government plan to revitalize tourism

Sosúa business leaders support government plan to revitalize tourism The main business organizations in Sosúa have publicly endorsed the Dominican government’s recent urban planning initiatives aimed at revitalizing the town as a model of sustainable and family-friendly tourism. In a joint statement, the Sosúa Sustainable Development Association (ADSS) and the Sosúa and Cabarete Hotel and Restaurant Association (ASHORESOCA) praised President Luis Abinader and government agencies for their efforts to reclaim public spaces, regulate informal commerce, and improve security. The organizations described the government’s actions as a necessary response to long-standing challenges that have hindered Sosúa’s tourism development. They see these measures as the beginning of a broader transformation to position Sosúa as a safe, organized, and appealing destination for both local and international families. “Sosúa deserves a real opportunity to be reborn as a first-class family tourism destination,” the statement concluded. Source: Dominican Today

By |2025-07-14T13:26:20-04:0014 de July de 2025|Business, Outstanding news|Comments Off on Sosúa business leaders support government plan to revitalize tourism
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CHTA reveals 2025 dates for premier Caribbean Tourism Industry events

CHTA reveals 2025 dates for premier Caribbean Tourism Industry events One of the Caribbean tourism industry’s most popular professional development and networking events is set to return this November. The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has announced that the Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) and Taste of the Caribbean are set to take place November 16 thru November 18, 2025 at the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle Resort. Created by, and for, the Caribbean hospitality community—CHIEF and Taste of the Caribbean are designed to bring together industry leaders, rising professionals and culinary talent from across the region. Together the two Caribbean events aim to foster knowledge sharing, showcase innovation and celebrate the vibrant culture and creativity that the region's tourism industry has come to be known for, CHTA said in a statement. This year’s CHIEF focus will be “Innovating Caribbean Tourism for a Disrupted World: Adapting with Purpose, Leading with [...]

By |2025-07-14T13:21:37-04:0014 de July de 2025|Events, Outstanding news|Comments Off on CHTA reveals 2025 dates for premier Caribbean Tourism Industry events
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