Several Caribbean delegations have gathered in London for the World Travel Market (WTM), one of the most influential global events in travel and tourism, which kicks off on Tuesday.
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), led by Secretary-General & CEO Dona Regis-Prosper and newly appointed Director of Research Aliyyah Shakeer, will spearhead the organization’s engagements at the event. The CTO has…
The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) hosted an impactful Presidential Panel at the 30th Annual FCCA Cruise Conference, drawing senior leaders from the world’s leading cruise lines to discuss strategic developments, environmental initiatives, and the importance of collaboration with Caribbean destinations.
Moderated by Alexander Gumbs, CEO of Port St. Maarten, an FCCA Presidential Strategic Partner, the…
Miramar, Florida (October 29, 2024) – The cruise industry was anchored in St. Maarten last week, with 670 destination stakeholders and nearly 100 cruise line executives gathering for the only official cruise conference and trade show taking place in and representing the Caribbean and Latin America: the 30th Annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Cruise Conference & Trade Show.…
The countdown has started for the 2024 Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards and Fundraiser, which will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Miami.
Today, we spotlight two of the honorees to be recognized during the event.
Marc Melville, Chief Executive Officer, Chukka Caribbean Adventures Group
As CEO of Chukka Caribbean…
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.
Throughout November, CTO will feature…
Over the weekend, St. Lucia was a vibrant hub of cultural celebration as Caribbean public and private sector tourism leaders joined in the final festivities of Creole Heritage Month, culminating in Jounen Kwéyòl (Creole Day) on Sunday.
The island came alive with the rhythms of traditional music and dance, proudly showcasing St. Lucia’s rich heritage.
Among those…
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…
New study finds that cruise tourism and the 33.3 million passenger and crew onshore visits throughout 33 Caribbean and Latin American destinations directly generated a record $4.27 billion in total expenditures, along with more than 94,000 jobs paying more than $1.27 billion in wage income, during the last cruise year.
PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten (October 23,…
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…