What an exciting time for tourism across the Americas and Caribbean! In 2025, a vibrant tourism boom is sweeping through Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Paraguay, Ecuador, Chile, and Uruguay, radiating positivity and growth throughout the region. This fantastic surge is fueled Read More …
The Bahamas is set to implement significant new cruise tourism taxes and regulations, joining a growing movement among nations in the Americas and Caribbean, including the US, Mexico, and Canada, aimed at ensuring the sector is more accountable, equitable, and Read More …
In a powerful display of unity and innovation, Caribbean destinations are coming together to address a significant environmental challenge, ensuring the region’s stunning beaches and vibrant ecosystems remain pristine for visitors. This summer, nations including Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Read More …
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Stacey A. Liburd as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective June 15, 2025. A highly regarded tourism professional with more than 15 years of experience in destination Read More …
The U.S. Embassies in Colombia, Guyana, Brazil, Aruba and the Venezuelan Affairs Unit released a Security Alert warning U.S. citizens of the significant risks associated with traveling to Venezuela. The State Department reissued its Level 4: Do Not Travel Advisory for Venezuela, found on travel.state.gov. Additional points attributable Read More …
Jamaica’s travel advisory has been officially lowered by the U.S. Department of State from Level 3 (“Reconsider Travel”) to Level 2 (“Exercise Increased Caution”) as of May 29, 2025. This change, primarily driven by a reported decline in violent crime Read More …
The Bahamas is set to implement a new suite of cruise tourism taxes and regulations, joining a growing coalition of countries across the Americas and the Caribbean—including the US, Mexico, Canada, Jamaica, Belize, Barbados, and the U.S. Virgin Islands—that are Read More …
The U.S. Department of State has recently issued a series of new or updated travel advisories for several countries, including notable destinations like Brazil and Jamaica, which have now joined nations such as France, India, the Netherlands, the UAE, the Read More …
A global recalibration of entry requirements is affecting U.S. travelers in 2025, with several key destinations either reinstating or maintaining visa mandates, while others are tightening their visa-free access rules. This trend reflects a complex interplay of diplomatic reciprocity, security Read More …