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Panama, Belize and Colombia among destinations as airline expands regional connectivity beyond the Caribbean.

The arrival of the three vessels brought the total number of cruise passengers for the week to more than 32,000 from 16 ships.

Chief Medical Officer Dr Kenneth George urged Barbadians to take advantage of the free medical services being offered aboard the Silk Road Ark.

The passengers will visit Port Zante and Historic Basseterre, which are closed to vehicular traffic so that the music, dancing and traditional costuming of local folkloric groups are displayed.

The airline will operate nonstop service to Tortola three times per week, Providenciales three times per week, Port of Spain four times per week, Georgetown three times per week, and St. Maarten two times per week.

Arriving passengers were greeted with complimentary cocktails, local treats, and cultural performances, making for a memorable arrival experience.

The Norwegian Epic canceled its December 17 port call due to military exercises, the ship’s captain informed passengers.

A welcome ceremony, complete with a cannon salute, was held at Kayan Jet terminal to celebrate the launch of the new strategic air bridge with officials and tourism stakeholders in attendance.

Tourism Minister Marsha T. Henderson hailed the decision as a shift toward a strategic embarkation and disembarkation hub.

After a disrupted flight from Kingston to Dominica, a passenger detailed his experience in a letter to interCaribbean Airways, highlighting delays and poor communication.

The new routes will significantly expand connectivity options from interCaribbean's Tortola hub, providing convenient access to Barbados and onward connections to destinations including Guyana, Grenada and Saint Lucia.

The AIDAperla is currently on a 14-day round trip across the Eastern Caribbean Islands, with a minimum passenger capacity of approximately 3,200 people.

The JetBlue pilot criticized the US Air Force refueling plane for crossing their path without a transponder on, narrowly avoiding a midair collision over the Caribbean.

In November 2025, Saint Lucia welcomed 36,255 stay-over arrivals, bringing the year-to-date total to 385,160, reflecting strong performance and continued demand for the destination.

Passengers shopped for locally-made crafts, souvenirs, perfume and jewelry on Port Zante, while others explored the island on organized tours and the St. Kitts Scenic Railway.

The parade of cruise ships to St Kitts' Port Zante continued Wednesday with just over 11,000 passengers on board.

The Marella Discovery 2 and Celebrity Ascent set sail to their respective destinations.

Air Transat says the seasonal service forms part of its expanded winter network, offering Canadians a direct link to Guyana during peak travel months.

The Port of Bridgetown also welcomed four additional cruise ships, including Crystal Serenity and Celebrity Ascent, contributing to the record passenger count for the day.

The clean-up effort demonstrated a shared commitment to environmental responsibility, preserving St. Kitts' natural beauty for future generations.