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CTO’s Tuesday Touchpoint debut: People are key

Kicking off a brand-new Tuesday Touchpoint series on social media, CTO highlights its Secretary-General & CEO Dona Regis-Prosper delivering a powerful message on “Strategic Partnerships for Sustainable Caribbean Tourism Services” while addressing the 2025 Virgin Islands Tourism Summit on Peter Island last month. One of her key messages? Caribbean people are the heart of Caribbean tourism: “From our…
February 3, 2025

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CTO and ASM Continue Training to Strengthen Caribbean Tourism Leaders’ Airline Negotiation Skills

FORT LAUDERDALE (January 31, 2025) – Building on a successful training partnership, the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is once again teaming up with ASM Global Route Development Consultants to equip senior tourism professionals with specialized skills in airline marketing, incentives and negotiations. The exclusive two-day workshop, scheduled for February 6-7, 2025, at ASM’s corporate office…
January 31, 2025

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Cruise Industry News

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.,…
January 27, 2025

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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…
January 27, 2025

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CTO Highlights Tourism Sustainability in Quarterly Webinar Series 

The first webinar in the series is scheduled for February 17 and will provide actionable strategies related to carbon footprint reduction BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS (January 24, 2025) – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) kicks off 2025 with its new Sustainable Tourism in Action quarterly webinar series. The first webinar, entitled “Sustainable Tourism in Action: Measuring and…
January 24, 2025

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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

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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

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Sailing Success: FCCA PAMAC Cruise Summit sets the stage for 2025

The  Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) PAMAC Cruise Summit  recognized the arrival of 2025 in grand fashion aboard the welcoming  MSC Divina , bringing together cruise executives and FCCA Platinum members for a week of impactful networking and strategic dialogues. Attendees engaged in dynamic industry updates and discussions on the future of the Caribbean cruise tourism…
January 14, 2025

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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

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