FCCA and Norwegian Cruise Line presidents to talk tourism on Thursday

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) educational series of virtual conversations with cruise industry executives continues on Thursday, May 4, when its president Adam Ceserano pairs up with the newly appointed president of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) David Herrera. Last month, Herrera, who previously served as Chief Consumer Sales and Marketing Officer…

May 2, 2023

Hotels & Resorts

Caribbean hotels offer hot summer deals

Margaritaville’s summer deal is valid for travel through September 5, 2023, and travel must be booked by September 4, 2023. Located on a gorgeous stretch of beach in downtown Nassau, the resort offers guests the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. The resort features 295 ocean view guest rooms, including 68 suites, ranging from…

April 27, 2023

Events

CHTA’s Caribbean Travel Forum to focus on key industry issues

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is reporting strong interest in the second annual Caribbean Travel Forum, to be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Sandals Royal Barbados, under the theme “Tourism: The key driver of generational wealth for Caribbean nationals”. Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley will headline…

April 26, 2023

Destinations

Curaçao tourism continues to record growth in 2023

Curaçao saw a 13 percent increase in stayover visitors in March 2023, with 45,914 visitors recorded, according to the Curaçao Tourist Board. The growth was driven by visitors from North and South America, offsetting a decline in European visitors. Despite not registering growth, Europe was still the top source market, accounting for 43…

April 25, 2023

Destinations

Belize anticipates strong tourism recovery with focus on diverse, sustainable product offerings

The Central American and Caribbean nation of Belize is reporting a positive outlook for its tourism sector and expects to come close to full recovery following the adverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Speaking at the Routes Americas air route development conference in Chicago last month, Belize’s Director of Tourism, Evan Tillett,…

April 20, 2023

Education

CHTA Education Foundation Launches Tourism Resilience Scholarship Fund

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Education Foundation (CHTAEF) has launched the new “Tourism Resilience Scholarship Fund”, building on the 2023 Earth Day theme of “Invest in our Planet”. “The fund aims to encourage and support Caribbean hospitality professionals in pursuing training and education related to resilience building, sustainable and regenerative tourism…

April 19, 2023

Hotels & Resorts

Park Hyatt St. Kitts celebrates tourism and the arts

Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour, a luxury oceanfront resort in St. Kitts and Nevis, embraces the importance of supporting local art and fostering tourism linkages with the creative arts community in the twin-island nation. General Manager Richard Elliott says he is proud to share the resort’s commitment to incorporating the local culture and…

April 18, 2023

Culinary Tourism

Caribbean culinary potential untapped, says business consultant

A veteran Caribbean business consultant is advocating for greater promotion of the region’s culinary potential. Dr. Basil Springer, a change-engine consultant and director of Marketplace Excellence, believes that while Caribbean destinations are active in the marketing of their culinary offerings, there is still much untapped potential in cultivating the region’s food and beverage experience.…

April 13, 2023

Destinations

Tourism and health stakeholders to meet in the Bahamas at month-end

Balancing the importance of maintaining healthy communities within a thriving tourism-based regional economy will take center stage at the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA)’s 67th annual Health Research Conference set for the Bahamas from April 27 to 29, 2023. Held in partnership with the Government of the Bahamas, through the Ministry of Health and…

April 12, 2023

Destinations

Bahamas celebrates 50th independence anniversary with year-long calendar of events

This summer, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas will celebrate its 50th birthday, and tourism stakeholders are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring visitors are aware of the year-long calendar of events that have been put in place. The milestone, officially recognized on July 10, 2023, will showcase the country’s culture and heritage, and…

April 11, 2023

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