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Marie McKenzie becomes first woman to chair FCCA Operations Committee
Marie McKenzie has been appointed Chair of the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Operations Committee, the first woman to do so.  McKenzie, Senior Vice President of Government & Destination Affairs for Carnival Corporation & plc, steps into this leadership position with nearly three decades of experience in the cruise industry. Succeeding Daniel S. Farkas of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.,…
2 days ago
Destinations News
St. Vincent and the Grenadines records 25% increase in stayover visitors
St. Vincent and the Grenadines has recorded a 25.6% year-on-year increase in stayover arrivals, surpassing its target and marking a 39% rise over 2019, one of the country’s strongest tourism years before the global health pandemic. For the first time in the nation’s history, stayover arrivals exceeded 100,000 visitors. Minister of Tourism Carlos James attributed the impressive growth to several…
2 days ago
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Brad Dean sets sail from Puerto Rico to Explore St. Louis
Veteran tourism executive Brad Dean has departed his role as CEO of Discover Puerto Rico to take on a new position as President and CEO of Explore St. Louis, effective February 17, 2025. Dean brings over two decades of leadership in tourism and destination marketing, having previously served as President and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Area Convention & Visitors…
January 20, 2025
Cruise Industry Events News
Blue Lagoon Island Hosts FCCA PAMAC Cruise Summit Delegates, Showcases Bahamian Hospitality and Upgrades
BAHAMAS (January 16, 2025) – Blue Lagoon Island, a leading destination for authentic and sustainable Bahamian experiences, hosted cruise line executives and Caribbean partners last week during the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) PAMAC Cruise Summit. The visit was facilitated by the FCCA, which organized a stop in Nassau aboard MSC Divina, giving Blue Lagoon Island…
January 17, 2025
Events News
CTO kicks off 2025 at Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) initiated its 2025 activities with a strong presence at the Travel & Adventure Show in Atlanta over the weekend at the Georgia International Convention Center.  CTO Secretary-General and CEO Dona Regis-Prosper headlined a seminar titled “Authentic Caribbean Experiences for Every Traveler”, highlighting the region’s rich culture, natural beauty, and diverse offerings. Her presentation emphasized how the…
January 14, 2025
Events News
CTO heads to ATL for Travel and Adventure Show
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is starting 2025 on an upbeat note with a strategic partnership aimed at attracting more U.S. travelers to the region. Teaming up with the Travel & Adventure Shows, the largest series of travel expos in the United States, CTO will have a significant presence at five of the shows during the first quarter.…
January 6, 2025
Cruise Industry
FCCA PAMAC Cruise Summit sets sail
The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) PAMAC Cruise Summit embarks today from Miami aboard MSC Divina, bringing together cruise executives and FCCA Platinum members for a week of discussions on key industry matters. Attendees will participate in a series of sessions, including a business card exchange, an industry update meeting featuring insights from cruise lines, and strategic one-on-one meetings…
January 6, 2025

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