CAYMAN ISLANDS (November 13, 2024) – The Association for Cruise Tourism (ACT) in the Cayman Islands has announced the appointment of Ellio Solomon as Executive Program Manager. This strategic appointment reinforces ACT’s commitment to establishing itself as the Cayman Islands’ leading private sector association dedicated to supporting and advocating for the cruise tourism industry.
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ST. MAARTEN (November 11, 2024) – St. Kitts is experiencing significant growth in its tourism sector. Kelly Fontenelle, the new CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, is eager to capitalize on this momentum. Speaking at the 30th annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Cruise Conference and Trade Show in St. Maarten, Fontenelle emphasized tourism’s vital…
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 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,…
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…
What’s next for the cruise industry in the Caribbean and beyond? Industry stakeholders will find out at the upcoming Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Conference & Trade Show in St. Maarten, October 21-25, 2024.
A highlight of the conference will be the highly anticipated Presidential Panel, taking place on October 23 at 10:15 a.m. This session brings together some…
Ahoy, Caribbean! The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) Platinum Summit recently concluded aboard Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady.
The summit, which sailed to Key West and Bimini last week, offered a unique setting for industry leaders to discuss sustainable growth and emerging trends.
With top executives from major cruise lines participating, the conversations were insightful and inspiring.…
There was a palpable energy, engagement and enthusiasm at the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) PAMAC Summit, held in Jamaica earlier this month.
Participants engaged in significant collective and bilateral meetings aimed at the continued strengthening and success of Caribbean cruise tourism.
“The updates from the cruise sector and our platinum partners were excellent. We continue to…