Anticipation is building as Caribbean destinations gear up to get on cruise lines’ radars at the region’s premier cruise tourism gathering.
Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) and Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) top brass came together last week for a press conference to promote the FCCA Cruise Conference & Trade Show, which takes place in San Juan from October 21–24.
“Hosting the FCCA Conference this October places Puerto Rico at the forefront of the region’s cruise industry and highlights our capability to host major conventions,” said Governor Jenniffer González Colón, who participated in the press conference. “The Conference will strengthen ongoing initiatives to grow our cruise sector, which generates over $170 million in economic activity. We will continue to support the Puerto Rico Tourism Company’s efforts to expand the industry on the island, creating jobs and stimulating economic development.”
“This event represents more than just an open door to the cruise industry, but also a foot in the door with executives who decide where ships call, what sells onboard, and how to invest in destinations and infrastructure,” said Michele Paige, CEO, FCCA. “With already almost 100 cruise executives confirmed two months before the event, the industry is clearly looking for more business in the Caribbean and Latin America, so now destinations and stakeholders must answer the call. Puerto Rico broadcast their commitment to continue improving their cruise tourism, and we look forward to furthering our work with the private and public sectors to increasing the benefits for Puerto Ricans.”
The FCCA Conference & Trade Show will feature a robust agenda with one-on-one meetings, workshops led by cruise leaders and successful stakeholders, and networking functions designed to strengthen partnerships — all while showcasing the best Puerto Rico has to offer.
For more information and registration, visit www.FCCAConference.com.
PHOTO CAPTION: L–R: Willianette Robles, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company; Governor Jenniffer González Colón; Michele Paige, CEO, Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association; and Adam Ceserano, FCCA President, at last week’s press conference in San Juan
