Sailrock South Caicos takes luxury, serenity to another level

Having opened its doors more than five years ago, Sailrock South Caicos in Turks and Caicos has perfected its combination of luxury, sustainability and service to offer a unique Caribbean experience that’s hard to find in the western hemisphere. Located on the island of South Caicos, known in the Turks and…

January 11, 2023

Tourism Insights

Tourism industry body execs set path for 2023

Two of the Caribbean’s leading bodies focused on developing and promoting the region’s tourism interests are articulating their vision for the year ahead. The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) intends to build on the region’s strong industry performance of 2022, which included some destinations surpassing their record-breaking benchmark performances of 2019. Through its Operations Committee…

January 10, 2023

Tourism Insights

Diversity marketing makes dollars and sense

The Caribbean could be losing billions of dollars in tourism revenue by not fully harvesting the enormous value of diverse markets in North America and beyond. Historically underrepresented African American, Asian American, Caribbean American, Hispanic American and other markets present a wealth of opportunity to reap rewards for the region,…

December 22, 2022

Destinations

Josephine Connolly: Minister of Tourism, Turks and Caicos Islands

We all understand the importance of tourism to our lives and livelihoods, but we may be less familiar with the leaders and executives who are charged not only with providing a vision and roadmap for success, but also bearing much of the responsibility for ensuring that this sector thrives and flourishes in a sustainable…

December 22, 2022

Tourism Insights

Including more young people in tourism is critical

As the Caribbean gets ready for what is expected to be a bumper tourism season this winter, stakeholders are advised to strengthen efforts to incorporate more young people in the bread-and-butter sector. Thanks to the efforts of regional tourism organizations such as the Caribbean Tourism Organization, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association,…

December 21, 2022

Destinations

Cayman tourism ministry welcomes new professionals

Cayman Islands Ministry of Tourism & Transport(MoTT) has welcomed two new team members, reflecting the rapidly expanding variety of career tracks in the tourism and hospitality industry. Eldon Chisholm and Watoya Stewart joined the ministry in November, bringing diverse skills and talents to support MoTT’s mission to provide strategic guidance and direction to the transport, tourism…

December 9, 2022

Hotels & Resorts

Four Seasons Nevis names new GM

Hospitality veteran Billy Cueto has taken over the reins of the iconic Four Seasons Resort Nevis from Four Seasons Regional Vice President Yvette Thomas-Henry. The 20-year Four Seasons veteran brings to his role as general manager vast luxury hospitality experience and will oversee all operations for the acclaimed property. “I am thrilled…

December 7, 2022

Destinations

Curaçao looks to differentiate its tourism product

Despite the island’s growing popularity, leaders in Curaçao are not resting on the laurels of the Dutch Antillean nation’s post-pandemic success. Ruisandro Cijntje, Curaçao’s Minister of Economic Development, said that even as the tourism recovery is going well and investment interest in hotels and attractions is strong, the future success of the destination resides…

December 7, 2022

Airlines

Touchpoints key for happy travelers, airline exec says

Speaking at the recent Skift Aviation Forum in Dallas, United Airlines’ Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer Linda Jojo highlighted the value of having key touchpoints with travelers. Specifically, she said her airline is continuing to greet each passenger at the end of the jetbridge, offering some kind of welcome token, even…

December 2, 2022

Destinations

“Live Boricua” campaign fuels interest in areas outside San Juan

Puerto Rico’s lively “Live Boricua” campaign is returning strong results as the island highlights its heritage and natural assets, inviting visitors to connect more meaningfully with local people and places, according to Alisha Valentine, Director of Research & Analytics for Discover Puerto Rico. Speaking in Dallas at the recent Skift Aviation Forum…

December 1, 2022

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