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January 15, 2024

IV Insight: 2024 Barbados Luxury Real Estate Market

2024, a year of unique challenges but exciting opportunities in the Barbados luxury real estate market. That is the sentiment of Richard Eames, Chairman of Island Villas, one of the Caribbean’s most sought-after boutique real estate and property management companies. Based in Barbados but with a portfolio and reach that extends regionally and internationally, Island…

December 1, 2023

‘Tis the Season to Celebrate the Food, History and Culture of Barbados

‘Tis the season for ham, ‘jug jug’ and more of our favourite food in Barbados. The countdown to Christmas is a great time to be on island and enjoy Barbados culture and traditions. In addition to enjoying fantastic Barbadian cuisine, there are a host of holiday activities including local craft fairs, live music performances and…

October 18, 2023

Looking for ideas for your Family Tropical Holidays? Check out some of the Caribbean’s most Beautiful Beaches

The Family Holiday – one of the most anticipated but also one of the most heavily debated events on the family calendar. How do you plan a getaway that appeals to everyone – toddlers, adults…TEENAGERS!? The answer – a Barbados beach vacation. Home to the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches for your tropical holidays, the island…

September 15, 2023

Solo Holidays & Penthouse Parties in Barbados

In the last 12 months, luxury solo travel has boomed — in 2022, Google Trends data indicated that solo travel searches had risen by an astronomical 761%. elitetraveler, 2023 From The Great Resignation to the Great Return, the last two years have seen drastically different trends in where and how people live and work. These…

August 15, 2023

ICYMI: 3 Barbados Festivals You MUST Experience

Good food, good friends and more fun than you can imagine can all be found at these Barbados festivals. Whether you are ‘jumping’ in a costumed band for Crop Over, scoring a hole-in-one at the Barbados Jazz Excursion & Golf Weekend, or sampling the best of Bajan cuisine at the Barbados Food & Rum Festival,…

July 4, 2023

Barbados Luxury Travel Guide: Top Travel Activities for a Caribbean Holiday

Sailing the Caribbean Sea in a private yacht, enjoying a gourmet dinner on the sand, or taking a customized tour of Barbados’ most popular attractions – what would your ideal luxury vacation look like? With demand for luxury travel surging in 2023, the Island Villas team has seen an increase in enquiries about Barbados holiday…

February 28, 2023

Balloons, Birthdays and Barbados: Celebrating with Team IV

23 in 2023 – where has the time gone? This year marks the 23rd anniversary of Island Villas, a boutique full-service real estate agency, based in Barbados with a global reach. Looking back, we are really proud of how far we’ve come as a team. Richard Eames, Managing Director of Island Villas, recalls starting the…

December 7, 2022

‘Tis the Season: Why Buying in Barbados is the Perfect Gift (for everyone on your list)

‘Tis the season to be on the beach in Barbados! The Island Villas team is ready for a busy winter season with the holidays around the corner. The global luxury property market has seen interesting peaks and lows over the past two years, recovering from Covid-related lows to a buoyant market characterized by intense demand…

August 19, 2022

Is it Time for a Real Estate Refresh? Exciting Barbados Property Sales News and More

Can you believe that the end of summer is almost here? The frenetic pace of the last eight months has also been felt in the Barbados real estate market. Increased demand for second homes during the pandemic, the desire to work remotely from a tropical getaway, and Barbados’ global popularity resulted in a hot luxury…

April 26, 2022

How To Stay Away From The Masses

You know when it’s time for a break, and most of us prefer to find some peace and quiet when we get the chance. Whether you are looking for a short break, a longer holiday or something more permanent, Barbados Real Estate has a lot to offer. You might be looking to invest in a…

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