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Last update: 2 hours agoCaribbean Tourism Pivot: CHTA and Amadeus just unveiled the 2026 Caribbean Travel Trends Report in Antigua, saying the region is moving into a new phase: less about bouncing back, more about targeting higher-value travellers and smoothing demand beyond peak periods. Overseas demand rose only 1% year-on-year (down from double-digit gains earlier), while Latin America is the standout growth engine—Latin demand up 24% and South America premium travel up sharply. Barbados Wages Pressure: Barbados’ finance minister warned wage talks must go beyond minimum rates, citing weak productivity, data gaps and the real cost of living. Health Tech Upgrade: CARPHA confirmed Molbio rapid diagnostic platforms are now installed across 10 countries, cutting testing turnaround to under two hours to speed outbreak detection. Local Tech Push: Barbados is also being urged to build locally owned AI and data platforms, not just rely on foreign systems. Food & Culture: CTO Secretary-General Dona Regis-Prosper will keynote the 2026 Caribbean Food Forum on regenerative tourism and sustainable food systems. Agri Debate: A viral monkey-meat video has reignited calls for residents to seek official guidance on managing the island’s monkey population.
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