Low-cost carrier explores Puerto Rican frontiers

Frontier Airlines, which describes itself as an “ultra-low fare carrier”, is doubling down on service expansions to Puerto Rico, announcing new nonstop routes from seven U.S. cities and Cancun, beginning in May. Along with expanded service to San Juan and Aguadilla, Frontier will begin offering flights to Ponce, Puerto Rico for…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityFebruary 2, 20230Comments

Destinations

Cayman Islands registers steady tourism gains

Although the Cayman Islands was among the last Caribbean destinations to fully open to visitors, tourism officials are upbeat about the steady post-pandemic tourism gains the British Overseas Territory is registering. With cruise ships returning in March and travel restrictions not lifted until the end of August last year, the islands still welcomed…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityFebruary 1, 20230Comments

Destinations

Grenada shines with stunning sign in St. George’s

Grenada’s tourism officials have unveiled a new sign that not only showcases the unique selling points of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique but also allows visitors to create and share memories of their visit to the Eastern Caribbean tri-island nation. On display at the Melville Street Cruise Ship Terminal in the capital…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 31, 20230Comments

Destinations

Joy Jibrilu passionate about promoting Nassau Paradise Island

Five months into her role as CEO of Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board (NPIPB), Joy Jibrilu has her sights set on raising up the next generation of Bahamians to ensure the future of the archipelago’s tourism industry is better and brighter than ever. “It has been an incredible experience to discover even more…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 26, 20230Comments

Cruise Industry

Celebrity Cruises doubles down on captains

Celebrity Cruises, which has brought countless guests to the Caribbean since its founding more than 30 years ago, is celebrating a first in the cruise industry. Greek brothers Dimitrios and Tasos Kafetzis have been named co-captains of Celebrity Ascent , the company’s fourth ship in its industry-transforming Edge Series. “Captain Dimitrios and…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 25, 20230Comments

Destinations

Jamaica, Sierra Leone explore tourism partnership

The growing ties between Jamaica and Sierra Leone signal a recognition by both countries of the need to widen their tourist catchment areas beyond their traditional regions. It is the perfect time to spread larger nets as both regions – the Caribbean and Africa – reset and reconfigure their tourism sectors…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 24, 20230Comments

Destinations

JTB team promotes “irie vibes” to Canadians

Led by tourism and hospitality veteran Angella Bennett, the Jamaica Tourist Board’s (JTB) operations in Canada are having a positive outcome on tourism revenue generated by arrivals from the Great White North. With nearly 30 years of experience in private sector hospitality under her belt, Bennett has transitioned smoothly and firmly into…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 19, 20230Comments

Tourism Development

America is elevating tourism; Caribbean should follow suit

The historic Omnibus Travel and Tourism Act elevates the importance of the sector in the United States, and for the first time in U.S. history, creates a new Assistant Secretary of Travel and Tourism at the U.S. Department of Commerce, a top government-level position. Geoff Freeman, CEO of the U.S. Travel Association…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 18, 20230Comments

Tourism Insights

Data experts: Competition a-comin’

As the Caribbean tourism industry revels in the recent gains from the U.S. travel market, stakeholders are being warned that competition is on the horizon and much planning is necessary to sustain the momentum the region has been enjoying. According to ForwardKeys, following strong U.S. arrivals performance over the past couple of…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 17, 20230Comments

Destinations

Belize leverages Caribbean and Central/Latin American ties and attributes

Bordered by Mexico to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the east, and Guatemala to the west and south, and sharing a water boundary with Honduras, Belize appeals to visitors from every direction. Recognizing the strength of the destination’s unique tourism product, Anthony Mahler, the country’s Minister of Tourism and Diaspora Relations,…

ByCaribbean Tourism AuthorityJanuary 12, 20230Comments

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