Mexico welcomed 5.6 million cruise passengers during the first half of 2025, an 8.4% increase over the same period in 2024, according to the country’s Secretary of Tourism, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora. Rodríguez said the growth in cruise tourism is supported by 1,639 cruise ship arrivals at Mexican ports between January and June, up 7.8% compared […]
Antigua Cruise Port (ACP) proudly welcomed a high-level government delegation including Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne and Minister of Tourism the Hon. Charles Fernandez, to the Upland Development site on July 15, 2025. The site visit formed part of a scheduled update on the multi-million dollar cruise infrastructure project currently transforming the landside area […]
Job Title: Loans OfficerReports To: Senior Loans Officer Location: St. Patrick’s Co-operative Credit Union Ltd, Brades, MontserratEmployment Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Loans Officer is responsible for the effective administration of the credit union’s lending portfolio. This includes evaluating loan applications, advising members on loan products, ensuring compliance with internal lending policies and regulatory guidelines, and supporting the credit […]
Multiple GRAMMY-nominated Cuban pianist and composer Omar Sosa is captivating audiences worldwide with his distinctive blend of jazz, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and global musical influences. Known for his profound spirituality and boundless creativity, Sosa’s musical journey is one of continuous exploration and connection. His performances are a testament to his belief in music as a universal […]
The Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) has officially launched the Caribbean AI Task Force, a bold and strategic initiative to coordinate the development and governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the region. This milestone marks a significant step forward in ensuring the Caribbean is not only prepared for the global AI revolution but is actively shaping […]
The Imperial Hotel, Kyoto will officially open its doors in Spring 2026, marking a historic moment for one of Japan’s most prestigious hospitality brands. Located in Kyoto’s Gion district, the new boutique hotel is housed in the restored Yasaka Kaikan—a nationally registered tangible cultural property originally constructed in 1936. The 55-room property will begin accepting reservations in […]
The very largest yachts, including the 100ft Ultim foiling trimarans and 60ft IMOCAs are an essential part of the spectacle of the Rolex Fastnet Race, however a critical element in the race’s enduring appeal is that this is predominately a grass roots event. IRC Four, representing the smallest and lowest-rated boats in the race, is […]
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee, meeting in Paris (France), decided to remove three properties located in Madagascar, Egypt and Libya from the List of World Heritage in Danger. These removals are the result of extensive efforts by States Parties, with UNESCO’s support, to significantly reduce threats to these sites. “When sites are removed from the […]
A quiet but dangerous cybercrime wave is spreading across the globe — and it’s being powered by something as common as the cookies in your browser. New research from cybersecurity firm NordVPN has revealed a staggering 94 billion browser cookies have been stolen by hackers — a 74% increase from the 54 billion stolen last […]
132 students from across Dutch and French St. Maarten/St. Martin participated in this year’s Art Saves Lives Foundation’s (ASLF) Summer Intensive. The island’s young creatives explored and celebrated their African heritage through immersive arts education over five days of the Roots & Culture Knowledge Share program. Developed in partnership with Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation and Association […]