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Norse Atlantic Airways Launches Service to Barbados

Norway-based Norse Atlantic Airways, commenced inaugural service to Barbados, on December 1, 2023, from London Gatwick Airport. The crew and passengers received a warm welcome at the Grantley Adams International Airport, upon arrival.

Flights to Barbados from London, operate up to five times a week. 

Norse Atlantic exclusively operates Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft with two cabin choices, Economy and Norse Premium. Passengers can choose from a simple range of fares, Light, Classic and Flextra. Light fares represent Norse’s value option while Flextra fares include the maximum baggage allowance, two meal services an enhanced airport and onboard experience and increased ticket flexibility.

Norse Atlantic Airways was founded by CEO and major shareholder Bjørn Tore Larsen in March 2021. Norse has a fleet of 15 modern, fuel-efficient and more environmentally friendly Boeing 787 Dreamliners that serve destinations including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Orlando, Washington, Boston, Barbados, Jamaica, Bangkok, Oslo, London, Berlin, Rome and Paris. The company's first flight took off from Oslo to New York on June 14, 2022.

For more information and to book, visit www.flynorse.com.

Photo credit: Norse Atlantic Airways

Cayman Airways Introduces Nonstop Flights Between Cayman and Barbados

Starting on October 18, 2023, Cayman Airways will commence nonstop flights between Cayman and Barbados. 

The introduction of this new service is expected to enhance regional connectivity. Cayman Islands Minister of Tourism and Ports, Hon. Kenneth Bryan shared, "I am very excited to announce this new, historic route which connects the Cayman Islands in the Western Caribbean and Barbados in the Southeast. The launch of this direct service not only fosters closer ties between our two countries but also provides regional travellers with seamless connectivity that will be cheaper, faster and more convenient than anything currently on the market. I look forward to this partnership having a positive impact on the tourism sectors of both the Cayman Islands and Barbados, and I am pleased that our national airline, Cayman Airways is being strategically leveraged to provide this much anticipated new service."

The new service has been timed to give travellers from Barbados the ability to connect via Grand Cayman to the recently launched Cayman Airways service to Los Angeles, opening up the West coast of the United States to travellers originating within the Eastern Caribbean. The addition of another option connecting Eastern Caribbean travellers to the west coast of the United States is expected to facilitate new opportunities for business travel, tourism, trade, and cultural exchange.

Weekly flights will operate initially through November 1, 2023 as follows, on Wednesdays:

Flight KX800 departs Grand Cayman (GCM) at 7am and arrives in Barbados (BGI) at 11:25am

Flight KX801 departs Barbados (BGI) at 12:45pm and arrives on Grand Cayman at 3:25pm.

The Barbados schedule changes to twice-weekly (with an overnight in Barbados), as of Tuesday November 7, 2023, as follows:

Tuesdays: Flight KX802 departs Grand Cayman (GCM) at 5:10pm and arrives in Barbados (BGI) at 9:35pm

Wednesdays: Flight KX805 departs Barbados (BGI) 11:45am and arrives on Grand Cayman at 2:25pm

Thursdays: Flight KX802 departs Grand Cayman (GCM) at 5:10pm and arrives in Barbados (BGI) at 9:35pm

Fridays: Flight KX803 departs Barbados (BGI) at 9:20am and arrives on Grand Cayman at 12pm 

Tickets are currently available for purchase. For details and to book, visit www.caymanairways.com or call Cayman Airways Reservations: 345-949-2311, 1-800-422-9626 (toll free in the USA), 866-759-1372 (toll free in Jamaica), 800-2791-9422 (toll free in Honduras), 800-0195 (toll free in Panama), or 1-844-443-6038 (toll free in Barbados).

Photo Credit: Cayman Airways

Update: The aforementioned service between Cayman and Barbados will cease on July 3, 2024.

Wednesday Bim Newsletter

 

Launched in 2019, Wednesday BIM (now part of Barbados Island Greetings,) is a periodic E-mail newsletter, covering travel, tourism, technology, economy, lifestyle roundups and other interesting aspects of Barbados life. To subscribe, send email to barbadosislandgreetings (at) gmail (dot) com with the word "Subscribe" in the subject line. 

Today's Barbados Roundup Features:

8 Reasons to Retire, Pack up and Move to Barbados Now
https://www.residencebarbados.com/reasons-to-retire-and-move-to-barbados-now/

Beachfront Condominiums in Barbados
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19qFnnMejLE
via Terra Caribbean

Afternoon Tea is served at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion and Sandy Lane
https://www.fairmont.com/barbados/activities/afternoon-tea/
https://www.sandylane.com/barbados-dining/afternoon-tea

The Barbados Food and Rum Festival, October 27-30, 2022
Feat. local and international chefs.
www.foodandrum.com

Learn about the history of Barbados and the Carolinas
https://www.barbadoscarolinas.org/

Resort Shopping in Barbados
https://www.thecrane.com/resort/shop/

Book Your Trip To Barbados
https://www.barbadosislandgreetings.com/p/barbados-flights-and-vacations_21.html

Wednesday BIM, an email newsletter for people who love and are interested in the beautiful island of Barbados. 

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Greetings from the East Coast of Barbados, Barbados Cuisine

The East Coast of Barbados has a rugged landscape in contrast to the calmer waters and shorelines of the West and South coasts. The fresh air off the Atlantic ocean beckons, and the pounding surf is a hotspot for watersports enthusiasts. Pack your picnic basket, and enjoy a leisurely day at Bathsheba, in the parish of St. Joseph.

When you visit Barbados, "Land of the Flying Fish", you must treat yourself to some island favorites: Cou cou and flying fish (The island's National Dish), macaroni pie, pudding and souse, Mahi-mahi, fish cakes, cutters, Bajan sweet bread, just to name a few. Be sure to visit the outdoor markets for a selection of fresh produce that include island grown breadfruit, cassava, yams, eddoes, ackees, mangoes, plantains, soursop, avocado and more. 

There are many choices on island to experience fine dining, that feature delectable local and international cuisine. 

Happy Travels!