A.T.A. inspires local talent through the Culinary Education Experience

The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) recently organized the Culinary Education Experience, held from September 22 to 25. The four-day initiative was designed to inspire and motivate students from three local schools to explore opportunities in the...

Royal Caribbean unveils new Legend of the Seas experiences

Royal Caribbean has unveiled new experiences coming to its latest ship, Legend of the Seas, with next-level family experiences debuting July 2026. The boldest vacation to visit the world’s top destinations in Europe and the Southern Caribbean,...

Africa’s digital future was on full display at GITEX Nigeria 2025

GITEX Nigeria 2025 wasn’t just another tech event. It was a bold statement about Africa’s place in the global innovation economy. The energy was electric as innovators, entrepreneurs, and global tech leaders came together to prove that Africa...

Adorable moment Timi Dakolo’s children surprise their mother, Busola, with flowers and snacks for her birthday (Video)

Busola Dakolo, the wife of music star Timi Dakolo, has been left speechless after a grand surprise from her kids. The mother of three, who turned a new age just a few days ago, shared a clip of the moment her kids surprised her with flowers and...

Global immigration news round up

This week, the Global Immigration team at Smith Stone Walters would like to highlight the following recent updates from Denmark, Hong Kong, Namibia, Portugal and Qatar. Denmark: No residence permits for nurse authorisations On 7 October 2025, the...

Independent commission to evaluate implementation of Country Packages

As has been agreed in the Mutual Arrangement for Cooperation on Reforms, the prime ministers of Curaçao, Aruba and St. Maarten and the Minister of the Interior and Kingdom Relations have appointed an evaluation committee. This committee will...

Royal Caribbean’s New Legend of the Seas Will Have “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” Train-Car Dining, and a Food Hall 

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas is gearing up for a major debut in the Caribbean in 2026, bringing more dining, entertainment and family adventures than ever before — along several new concepts. The biggest attraction? Definitely the food,...

AAA promotes sustainability with 2025 SDG action week

0 Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) recently held a series of activities to promote and support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during its 2025 SDG Action Week. This year’s event took place from September 22 to 25 and...

Bonaire welcomed 12,196 stayover visitors during September 2025

TCB Informs Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) has shared preliminary tourism data for September 2025, revealing that Bonaire received 12,196 stayover visitors. This represents a 13.1% increase compared to September 2024, when 10,779 visitors...

Royal Caribbean Unveils New Legend of the Seas Family Experiences

Royal Caribbean has announced the introduction of a lineup of family sailings onboard the Legend of the Seas, featuring new dining experiences, Broadway entertainment, night activities and onboard amenities. “With the Legend of the Seas, we are...

Mass. immigration lawyer sues DHS, says agents took his phone without cause

Local News “Public criticism of our government is protected speech under the First Amendment. We initiated this suit to protect not only Attorney Lattarulo’s constitutional rights, but also those of his clients." FILE - A federal agent wears a...

Jordan Schlipken earns recognition as one of Colombia’s best managers

3 The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) is proud to celebrate one of its own. Jordan Schlipken-Croes, A.T.A.’s Director for the Latin American region, was recently named one of the best managers in Colombia by the magazine Gerente, earning...

Golfers Bryan Nemecek and Claudio Mata win Tierra del Sol’s Golf Tournament

Hosted by Arion Wine Company, and California’s Wente Vineyards. The island’s most popular golf tournament, unfolded on the award-winning Tierra Del Sol Golf Course, which recently reopened after an extensive makeover and total reconstruction. The...

Biometrics enrollment and Big Brother fears loom: is the post office the answer?

Biometrics hold stunning potential for establishing trust and enabling inclusion for people living outside of bureaucratic systems, but these goals can clash. A possible solution for national ID systems emerges from some of the week’s top articles...

These Are The 7 Best Destinations For A Sunny November Getaway According To Experts

There is nothing like a cold morning to remind you that the long, gray days of winter are coming. While many travelers are planning their winter getaways starting from Christmas on, a savvy traveler knows that the real sweet spot for an escape...

MPE CARIBBEAN REPORT NEWSLETTER – September 29, 2025

September 29, 2025 Ready, Set, SOTIC — Barbados takes the stage Barbados is buzzing — SOTIC 2025 has arrived! From September 30 to October 3, the Caribbean Tourism Organization will chart the future of regional tourism at the annual State of the...

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth Embarks on Repositioning Cruise to Miami

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth recently embarked on a repositioning cruise to PortMiami via the Panama Canal. Ahead of its first winter season in the Caribbean, the vessel is offering a 21-night itinerary that departed from Seattle on Sept. 25, 2025....

Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Wednesday

Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Wednesday (5.45pm (UK) kick-off). The Newcastle United players looking to bank...

GoNexus Group elevates luxury travel in 2025

GoNexus Group, a leading experiences and mobility travel company, through its brands NexusTours and NexusCube, is redefining what luxury travel means in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. By expanding its portfolio of Unique Experiences,...

New group of customs officials takes oath of office

0 On Friday, September 26th, 2025, the Director of the Customs Department, Roderick Croes, together with the Minister of Finance, Economic Affairs and Primary Sector, Geoffrey Wever, attended a swearing-in ceremony for a new group of customs...