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Playing For Change Foundation Partners with Shawn Mendes to Expand Music Education Access for Youth Worldwide
Miami, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF), the global nonprofit transforming lives through music and arts education, is excited to announce its partnership with The Shawn Mendes Foundation (SMF) to bring music...

Royalton Resorts to Debut New Adults-Only Brand in Barbados
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For adults who seek a memorable experience rather than just a getaway, Royalton Luxury Resorts has launched Royalton Vessence, a new adults-oriented brand that reimagines the all-inclusive...

Tourism Titans and Cultural Icons to Headline Caribbean Week in New York 2025
NY, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is pulling out all the stops for Caribbean Week in New York (CWNY) 2025, bringing some of the biggest names in global and regional tourism, media and...

IDRF Engages in Critical Mental Health Dialogue at CARPHA's 69th Annual Health Conference in Barbados
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS, May 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) is pleased to have participated in the 69th Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Annual Health Conference, held in Bridgetown,...

Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival Announces Theme and Sponsors —Welcome to the Literary Botanica
BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival (BCLF) proudly welcomes the return of Hawthornden Foundation, NYU, and TSZ Limited (Trinidad & Tobago) and the arrival of Brooklyn Arts Council,...

CHTA Education Foundation Launches Spring Caribbean Travel Auction to Support Hospitality Professionals
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Education Foundation (CHTAEF) has officially launched its Spring Caribbean Travel Auction, now open for bidding until 4:00 PM on...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...

Caribbean Week in New York Set to Celebrate Culture, Connection and Commerce
CTO Offers Sponsorship Opportunities BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS, April 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is set to bring the vibrancy of the Caribbean to the heart of New York City with Caribbean Week in New York...

UPDATE -- Now Open for Bookings: Royalton CHIC Barbados Expands the Brand’s Caribbean Footprint
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Diamond Resorts is set to turn heads and set pulses racing as it redefines all-inclusive hospitality in Barbados. As of today, Royalton CHIC Barbados, An Autograph Collection...

Now Open for Bookings: Royalton Chic Barbados Expands the Brand’s Caribbean Footprint
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Diamond Resorts is set to turn heads and set pulses racing as it redefines all-inclusive hospitality in Barbados. As of today, Royalton CHIC Barbados, An Autograph Collection...

Royalton Chic Resorts to Debut in Jamaica, Set to Redefine Adults-Only Lifestyle Getaways
BERLIN, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the midst of ITB Berlin, Blue Diamond Resorts is unveiling its latest venture in the Caribbean: Royalton CHIC Jamaica Paradise Cove, An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort – Adults Only, set to...

Barbadian Hotelier Ralph Taylor Receives Doctorate from The University of the West Indies
BARBADOS, October 21, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ralph Taylor, a distinguished hotelier and visionary leader in Caribbean tourism and hospitality, has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws (LLD) by The University of the West Indies (The UWI)....

International Black Heritage Month (IBHM) reveals its 2025 Changemaker List featuring Rihanna and Trevor Noah
The 2025 Changemaker List also includes: business leader Mellody Hobson, award-winning tv show creator, Shonda Rhimes, actor/producer Kelsey Grammer and more... LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- International...

Newly Announced Royalton Chic Barbados to Join Marriott’s Autograph Collection Portfolio
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, Nov. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) in London, Blue Diamond Resorts is thrilled to announce that the eagerly awaited Royalton CHIC Barbados will join Marriott International’s...

Newly Announced Royalton CHIC Barbados to Join Marriott’s Autograph Collection Portfolio
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, Nov. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) in London, Blue Diamond Resorts is thrilled to announce that the eagerly awaited Royalton CHIC Barbados will join Marriott International’s...

Luxury And Exclusivity Comes To Barbados: Royalton CHIC Resorts to Debut on the Island
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, Oct. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Diamond Resorts, boasting the Caribbean’s most diverse portfolio of all-inclusive brands, is excited to announce its expansion into Barbados with the introduction of Royalton CHIC...

CTO Highlights Importance of Cultural Tourism at UNESCO Transcultura Event
Sustainable Tourism Consultant Narendra Ramgulam participates in global talks in Genoa, Italy BARBADOS, October 14, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) emphasized the importance of cultural tourism at the 15th...

Signature Aviation Once Again Earns Great Place To Work® Certification
Orlando, FL, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Signature Aviation, the world’s largest network of private aviation terminals, earned the Great Place To Work certification for the second year in a row. The company was certified after a thorough and...

University of the West Indies St. Augustine Captures Top Honors at CTO’s Regional Nex-Gen Tourism Showcase Final
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Innovation, cultural pride and next-level creativity took center stage as the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) concluded its 2025 Regional Nex-Gen Tourism Showcase 2025,...

15 Years of Caring: Blue Diamond Resorts Turns Milestone Into Movement
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Blue Diamond Resorts enters a milestone year, the company is proud to unveil its “15 Years of Caring, 15 Acts of Change” initiative, a program that reinforces its ongoing commitment to...