However, we should not grow impatient just when the end may be in sight: tourist numbers are up, the UK market appears to have stabilised, and there is reason to be hopeful about the winter tourist season. Barbados is well positioned to take advantage of the recovery when it comes.
The country has a good name, we boast a diversified tourism product, and a business and financial centre that is grounded on a sustainable foundation of double taxation treaties and regulation that is constantly upgraded in accordance with the best international guidance.