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FCCA Conference makes waves in St. Maarten

The 30th Annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Cruise Conference & Trade Show concluded successfully in St. Maarten last week, leaving a lasting impression on the nearly 800 attendees.  The event, held at Sonesta Ocean Point Resort, generated significant interest from across the Caribbean and Latin America, with delegates eager to participate in workshops and secure over 1,000 bilateral…

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Vanessa James to host 2024 CMEx Awards

Vanessa James, the Trinidadian-American multimedia business professional, is returning to Miami this December as the host of the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards and Fundraiser for the second year in a row.  Known for her charisma and extensive media career, the CEO of VJ Media, James will once again take center stage to guide an unforgettable afternoon…

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Hurricanes Helene, Milton and Beryl: A wake-up call for Caribbean resilience

The Caribbean’s vulnerability to hurricanes remains a constant challenge, highlighted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which affected the U.S. mainland.  Although our islands were spared direct impacts, these storms emphasized vital preparation, prevention, and resilience lessons. Despite advanced forecasting and swift action saving lives, we must continue to improve infrastructure and strengthen community education to protect both lives…

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Delegates arrive in St. Maarten for FCCA Conference

Delegates from across the Caribbean region and the cruise industry are arriving in St. Maarten for the 30th Annual FCCA Cruise Conference & Trade Show, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Port St. Maarten. This year’s conference promises impactful discussions, with one of the most anticipated sessions being the Presidential Panel, featuring CEOs and Presidents from leading…

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CTO Announces Theme and Social Media Showcase for Caribbean Tourism Month 2024

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced the theme for Caribbean Tourism Month 2024, which will be celebrated throughout November: “ONE CARIBBEAN: Building a Resilient Future”. This year’s theme reflects the region’s ongoing commitment to unity, recovery, and sustainable development, with a vision of a stronger, more resilient Caribbean tourism sector. CTO Secretary-General and CEO Dona…

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Vanessa Ledesma celebrates her silver jubilee with CHTA

Vanessa Ledesma, CEO of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), is celebrating 25 years of service to the organization. Since joining CHTA (then CHA) in 1999 as a meeting planner, Ledesma has risen through the ranks, making history in 2015 as the first woman to hold an executive position at the association. Throughout her career, Ledesma…

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CTO Highlights Importance of Cultural Tourism at UNESCO Transcultura Event

Sustainable Tourism Consultant Narendra Ramgulam participates in global talks in Genoa, Italy The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) emphasized the importance of cultural tourism at the 15th World Tourism Event (WTE) in Genoa, Italy. The event was organized last month by UNESCO’s Transcultura program and centered around the theme, “Integrating Cuba, the Caribbean, and the European…

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