On November 13, 2024, Barbados hosted the 13th annual Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference & Operations Summit (CHICOS) at the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord’s Castle Resort, attracting 300 investors and tourism professionals, including 225 international attendees. The event highlighted Barbados’ commitment to sustainable tourism growth and innovation, with discussions on investment opportunities in accommodations and infrastructure. The Minister of Tourism emphasized the importance of tourism to the economy, while Barbados continues to recover from the pandemic, enhancing its tourism offerings with new luxury developments. CHICOS serves as a key networking platform for industry leaders and stakeholders.