12 January 2026
The Week of 6–12 January The Caribbean steps confidently into the new year with sunshine, celebration, and unmistakable energy. From festival season warm-ups to peak winter travel buzz, here’s what’s lighting up the region this week. Island Life & Culture Jamaica Kingston hums with early Reggae Month rehearsals as studios and live venues begin setting the tone for February’s musical celebrations. Montego Bay hotels report strong winter occupancy, with beach clubs and rooftop lounges in full swing. Barbados The island settles into its elegant winter rhythm. Polo fields, heritage sites, and fine dining establishments see a surge of international visitors, while local rum houses welcome guests seeking authentic island flavours. Trinidad & Tobago Carnival season quietly gathers momentum. Costume designers, steel pan yards, and soca studios are alive with preparation — a cultural heartbeat that grows louder with every passing week. The Bahamas Yachting marinas across Nassau and the Exumas are reporting near-capacity berths as superyachts arrive to escape colder climates. Private island bookings are particularly strong this week. Saint Lucia Luxury resorts in Soufrière and Rodney Bay continue to benefit from winter honeymoon and wellness travel, with spa bookings and sunset cruises in high demand. Turks & Caicos Grace Bay remains one of the Caribbean’s most photographed beaches, with villa rentals and five-star resorts enjoying peak-season momentum. Luxury, Yachting & Lifestyle Across the region, January marks prime season for: Superyacht charters High-end villa stays Culinary pop-ups and guest chefs Fashion-forward resort wear launches St Barts, Antigua, and the British Virgin Islands are seeing a steady influx of UHNW travellers combining leisure with discreet business retreats. Optimistic. Elegant. Alive. The Caribbean enters 2026 not with noise, but with confidence — a region that knows its global appeal and wears it effortlessly.
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