The CTO's Caribbean Showcase event, now in its sixth year, brings suppliers from the region to meet with tour operator buyers from the UK market. The fruits of this collaboration will become apparent with all the exciting new products that travel agents will be able to sell to clients looking to immerse themselves in the Caribbean. Here's a taster of what's to come:
1. Open clients' eyes to Montserrat's newly accessible volcano vantage point
Montserrat has reopened St George’s Hill, one of the island’s most dramatic viewpoints, which has been closed to the public for more than three decades. The site offers spectacular views across the Soufriere Hills volcano and the buried remains of Plymouth, which was permanently abandoned in 1997. The panorama extends from Montserrat’s rugged southern landscape to the lush greenery of the Centre Hills of the North. Access must be arranged through the Disaster Management Coordination Agency, using a local certified guide. The site complements Montserrat’s existing volcanic and heritage tourism, which includes Buried City / Plymouth Tours. Flights connect to Montserrat via Antigua and St Maarten.
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2. Mix and match islands in the Bahamas
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism is set to promote more island hopping itineraries as a wave of ultra-luxury resort developments transforms the destination over the coming year. Improved inter-island connectivity will also help agents easily design multi-stop Bahamian holidays that combine lively Nassau stays with more relaxed Out Island escapes.
Montage Cay, a 48-suite private island sanctuary, will open in the Abacos later this year. Then, in 2027, Banyan Tree Bimini Resort & Residences will introduce the archipelago's first dedicated overwater bungalow suites alongside a signature wellness spa and beach club, and there will also be a new luxury wellness retreat, Amancaya, in Exuma.
To help sell the destination, agents can take advantage of online training, digital resources and downloads at bahamas.com/travel-agents.
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3. Pitch St Kitts as a future cruise-and-stay option
St Kitts has broken ground on a new cruise terminal that will upgrade operations at Porte Zante in Basseterre. The destination has ambitions to become a premier cruise turnaround port in the Caribbean – P&O Cruises has already committed Iona and Arvia to sail Caribbean itineraries that start and end in St Kitts, commencing November 2027. Upon completion, the terminal will have state-of-the-art security screening and immigration systems designed to process guests seamlessly. St Kitts surpassed more than one million cruise visitors during the last season.
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4. Lead clients into the world of Death of Paradise...
Filming for the 16th series of BBC One’s cosy crime drama Death In Paradise is underway in the Guadeloupe Islands, with a 17th series also confirmed, plus two Christmas specials. Agents wishing to capitalise on the popularity of the series can use local DMCs Karukera Experiences, Vert Intense, Guadeloupe Explor and Low Key Tours to arrange guided tours of filming locations for clients. A sailing event provides a reason to visit the French Caribbean archipelago of six islands in November. Solo transatlantic sprint, the 13th Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe, departs Saint Malo in Brittany on November 1 with 118 skippers; the arrival village runs from 6 to 20 November in Pointe-à-Pitre, the economic and cultural capital of Guadeloupe.
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5.... and research where to stay in Guadeloupe
An independent hotel group is offering UK agents an opportunity to introduce clients to a less familiar side of the Caribbean that is distinctive, diverse and unmistakably French. Des Hôtels & Des Îles (DHDI), which operates across the Guadeloupe Islands, has signalled that UK travel agents will be key to its commercial development this year. The collection spans beachfront luxury to boutique nature-based stays, and includes the only five-star hotel in Guadeloupe, La Toubana Hôtel & Spa. Air France offers daily connections to Guadeloupe from the UK, via Paris Charles de Gaulle.
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6. Watch as Grenada's events calendar blooms
Grenada is building on its horticultural heritage with the launch of the Grenada Flower & Garden Festival, taking place from 8-15 November 2026. The festival will bring Grenada’s extraordinary flora, spices, gardens and agricultural heritage to life on the island. Its introduction follows another outstanding year for the destination at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show, where Grenada secured a ninth consecutive Gold and its 19th overall. The new addition strengthens Grenada’s events calendar, which already provides the trade with opportunities to sell around specific passions and travel periods, from Spicemas and the Grenada Chocolate Festival to diving and conservation events, sailing and regattas.
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7. Tap into psychology to promote Puerto Rico
Discover Puerto Rico is half-way through the first year of a new three-year marketing campaign, titled ‘Awaken Your Senses’. The campaign invites travellers to engage with Puerto Rico more deeply through storytelling centred on artisans, musicians, culinary traditions and local communities. Storm Tussey, Chief Marketing Officer, explained that the intention was not just to promote the destination, but to showcase sensory experiences that help travellers reconnect with joy, belonging and culture. “We want Puerto Rico to be the place travellers think of when they need to feel alive again,” she said. Over the next three years the campaign will be expanded with new creative assets, partnerships and digital experiences.
discoverpuertorico.com
8. Send clients flying with spirit around the Caribbean
InterCaribbean Airways has dedicated the newest addition to its fleet, the ‘Spirit of Turks and Caicos Islands’, continuing its tradition of naming aircraft after destinations on its network. The Turks and Caicos coat of arms on the tailfin of the Embraer E170 is a tribute to the island nation where the company was founded and is headquartered. The regional airline has connected the Turks and Caicos to the wider Caribbean for decades, linking Providenciales, South Caicos and Grand Turk to destinations across the region. The aircraft joins a growing family of flag-tail aircraft that includes the “Spirit of Grenada” and “Spirit of Barbados”.
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9. Embrace villa va-voom in the Dominican Republic
Agents can take advantage of tactical offers to capitalise on strong demand for Casa de Campo’s luxury villa collection. Clients can choose between garden and oceanfront villas, and enjoy a private pool, a daily breakfast prepared in the villa, private maid service and dedicated concierge. The discounts also coincide with British Airways increasing its flight frequency to Punta Cana at the end of October to four weekly services, using Boeing 777 aircraft.
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10. Check out new all-inclusive Turtle Beach in Barbados
Turtle Beach has officially opened along Barbados’ lively South Coast near St Lawrence Gap. The Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort is part of Marriott International’s growing all-inclusive collection, and is designed for couples, groups and families. The resort is described as celebrating the spirit of Barbados, with colourful spaces, open-air energy, and a welcoming social atmosphere. Dining experiences include à la carte Greek cuisine at Kefi Restaurant and the lively, open-air Oistins Restaurant and Bar serving international menus throughout the day. Children have access to Camp Club, which features Caribbean dance lessons and Bajan arts and crafts.
tributeportfolio.com
11. Transform cocktail hour into a multi-sensory experience
A new speakeasy cocktail bar, showcasing alchemy-inspired mixology, has opened at Four Seasons Resort Nevis. The Crowned Monkey is a playful nod to Nevis’ local Green Vervet monkeys, and one of a series of enhancements at the property. The pier where guests arrive by boat has also had a glow-up, with updated lighting, tropical planting and shaded seating. Across the resort, hallways, stairways and entryways have been refreshed with new tile finishes, and the Calypso Pool Deck has been transformed into an adults-only pool experience.
fourseasons.com/nevis
12. Keep tabs on Hyatt's Jamaica comeback
Hyatt Inclusive Collection reports its Montego Bay resorts are on track to reopen in early 2027 – they have been closed since Hurricane Melissa caused catastrophic damage to Jamaica in late October 2025. Luis Felipe Nuñez Milla, Vice President of Global Sales for the Americas, has assured that the properties are not just being restored but also enhanced to reinforce Jamaica’s position as a leading tourism destination. The company is also accepting reservations for Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos, both of which are due to open later this year.
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13. Get ready to pair True Blue Grenada with its new Carriacou twin
The team behind Grenada’s True Blue Bay is developing a new 30-room boutique hotel in Carriacou. This eco-friendly project – True Blue Carriacou Beach Resort – marks the first major resort development of its kind on the island, featuring two pools, a spa and a beachfront restaurant. With an opening planned for 2028, this will create a twin-centre opportunity for clients to island hop between Grenada and Carriacou.
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