https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/caribbean tourism organisation/ Caribbean Tourism Organisation News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:24:47+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tobagos-jole-st.-john-is-cto-2025-regional-tourism-youth-congress-winner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tobagos-jole-st.-john-is-cto-2025-regional-tourism-youth-congress-winner/ Sixteen-year-old Jolé St. John, Tobago’s Junior Secretary of Tourism, has been crowned winner of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) 21st Regional Tourism Youth Congress, held Thursday at Hilton Barbados Resort. Sat, 04 Oct 2025 13:41:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-director-of-tourism-honoured-as-director-of-the-year-caribbe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-director-of-tourism-honoured-as-director-of-the-year-caribbe/ Director of Tourism, Rosa Harris was recently awarded the Director of Tourism of the Year award at the annual Women in Caribbean Tourism Awards, part of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation’s (CTO) Caribbean Week taking place from 1-5 June at the Westin New York Times Square in New York. The Women in Caribbean Tourism Awards recognises the crucial contributions of women in tourism across the Caribbean region and beyond. Sat, 07 Jun 2025 07:56:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-stakeholders-underscore-importance-of-collaboration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-stakeholders-underscore-importance-of-collaboration/ As the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season got off to a busy start, key stakeholders in the Caribbean tourism sector convened a virtual forum last week, placing a spotlight on the pivotal role of effective, strategic crisis communications when responding to, and recovering from, natural and manmade disasters. Sat, 08 Jul 2023 03:57:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-of-tourism-josephine-connolly-presents-at-ctos-destination-media-b/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-of-tourism-josephine-connolly-presents-at-ctos-destination-media-b/ Josephine Connolly, the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Minister of Tourism, recently attended the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO’s) Business Meetings and Caribbean Tourism Youth Congress at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Grand Cayman – the first major in-person events for the CTO since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tue, 27 Sep 2022 08:12:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scientists-create-guidelines-to-help-caribbean-tourism-sector-conserve-cora/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scientists-create-guidelines-to-help-caribbean-tourism-sector-conserve-cora/ The Nature Conservancy, the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association and the United Nations Environment Programme have joined forces to create a guide to coral reef restoration designed specifically for the Caribbean tourism sector. Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:35:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regional-tourism-bodies-call-on-sector-to-advance-hurricane-preparedness/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regional-tourism-bodies-call-on-sector-to-advance-hurricane-preparedness/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) have urged the tourism sector to step up preparations for the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Fri, 03 Jun 2022 16:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-launch-online-training-campus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-launch-online-training-campus/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has reached agreement with the Canada-based e-learning courseware development company, Velsoft, to further advance its virtual training and development programme. Tue, 07 Dec 2021 05:54:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-to-headline-new-london-tourism-showcase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-to-headline-new-london-tourism-showcase/ Created by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation UK & Europe, the event will bring buyers and suppliers together and provide the opportunity to grow business and learn more about the region. Tue, 07 Sep 2021 06:11:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-launches-regional-skills-audit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-launches-regional-skills-audit/ A Jamaican firm has been selected by the regional tourism development agency, the Caribbean Tourism Organisation, to conduct its first-ever regional skills audit to assess the competencies of the regional tourism workforce. Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:12:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-slips-by-two-thirds-during-covid-19-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-slips-by-two-thirds-during-covid-19-year/ Data from the Caribbean Tourism Organisation shows that tourist arrivals to the region fell to just over 11 million in 2020, a decline of 65 per cent when compared to the record 32 million visits in 2019. Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:00:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brighter-to-launch-new-caribbean-tourism-organisation-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brighter-to-launch-new-caribbean-tourism-organisation-campaign/ A pro bono account, the company started working with the organisation this month to increase followers and engagement through a series of planned inspiring content aimed at consumer, trade and media. Thu, 18 Jun 2020 09:26:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bartlett-coins-terms-generation-c-for-post-pandemic-traveller/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bartlett-coins-terms-generation-c-for-post-pandemic-traveller/ The minister explained Generation-C was shorthand for the post-pandemic traveller, an age non-specific demographic willing to embark on trips once lockdown is eased. Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:35:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buffets-may-be-off-the-menu-warns-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buffets-may-be-off-the-menu-warns-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ Caribbean hotels may have to scrap conveniences such as buffets and drinks stations in order to attract post-Covid-19 guests, suggest two hospitality experts. Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:15:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-years-for-caribbean-tourism-as-hurricane-damage-recedes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-years-for-caribbean-tourism-as-hurricane-damage-recedes/ Sparked by robust recovery in the destinations that were affected by hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, Caribbean tourism rebounded soundly to post record stayover and cruise arrivals in 2019. Thu, 27 Feb 2020 10:16:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/dominic-fedee-chairman-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/dominic-fedee-chairman-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation confirmed plans to close its offices in London and New York at the end of last year prompting concerns among partners in the industry. Here chairman Dominic Fedee tells Breaking Travel News how the organisation must evolve in order to meet the needs of its diverse membership. Wed, 22 Jan 2020 18:08:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-growing-twice-as-fast-as-global-average/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-growing-twice-as-fast-as-global-average/ Tourist arrivals to the region increased by a solid 9.7 per cent during the first half of 2019 when compared to the same period last year, according to new figures from the Caribbean Tourism Organisation. Thu, 07 Nov 2019 09:47:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbean-predicts-sharp-increase-in-passenger-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbean-predicts-sharp-increase-in-passenger-numbers/ Royal Caribbean is predicting that its Caribbean cruise tourism business will grow by 50 per cent by 2030, with the overall economic benefit of the sector reaching $6 billion. Sun, 20 Oct 2019 05:40:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-launches-new-uk-ad-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-launches-new-uk-ad-campaign/ Alongside partner BA Holidays, the programme will encourage UK travellers to visit destinations including Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, St Kitts and Tobago. Fri, 18 Oct 2019 10:34:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-close-overseas-offices/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-close-overseas-offices/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has announced it will close its offices in New York and London as it seeks to rebalance its finances. There will also be a comprehensive audit of the Barbados office, the organisation announced. Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:16:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bayley-to-showcase-royal-caribbean-2020-plans-to-caribbean-tourism-organisa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bayley-to-showcase-royal-caribbean-2020-plans-to-caribbean-tourism-organisa/ Michael Bayley, president and chief executive of Royal Caribbean International, will engage Caribbean tourism policymakers, marketers and other senior officers at the Caribbean Tourism Sector Outlook Forum at the Royalton Antigua Resort & Spa. Thu, 19 Sep 2019 05:53:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-arrivals-drive-tourism-growth-in-caribbean/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-arrivals-drive-tourism-growth-in-caribbean/ Spurred on by a 24 per cent rise in arrivals from the United States, the Caribbean recorded a healthy 12 per cent increase in tourist arrivals during the first quarter of 2019, according to statistics compiled by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation. Sat, 08 Jun 2019 08:57:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/riley-retires-from-leadership-of-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/riley-retires-from-leadership-of-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ Riley, who was appointed to the top post at the Barbados-headquartered Caribbean Tourism Organisation in 2009 after acting for a year, has gone on pre-retirement leave ahead of his departure at the end of June this year. Wed, 24 Apr 2019 06:31:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-looks-forward-with-cautious-optimism-to-year-ahead/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-looks-forward-with-cautious-optimism-to-year-ahead/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation, the authority on regional tourism statistics and performance, is forecasting six to seven per cent growth this year, continuing an upward trend which began last September. Thu, 14 Feb 2019 09:07:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saint-lucia-takes-over-leadership-of-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saint-lucia-takes-over-leadership-of-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ Saint Lucia has been voted in as chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation, with the country’s minister of tourism, Dominic Fedee, taking the role of chairman of the organisation. Thu, 04 Oct 2018 06:17:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-overcomes-hurricane-impact-to-continue-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-overcomes-hurricane-impact-to-continue-growth/ The catastrophic hurricanes that devastated some Caribbean destinations last September slowed down tourism’s progress but did not stop it, according to figures released by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation. Fri, 16 Feb 2018 09:27:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-climate-smart-sustainable-tourism-forum-reschedule-for-december/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-climate-smart-sustainable-tourism-forum-reschedule-for-december/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has announced new dates for the Climate Smart Sustainable Tourism Forum at the Ocean Terrace Inn in St. Kitts. Wed, 22 Nov 2017 09:39:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2017-caribbean-is-open-for-business-following-recent-hurricanes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2017-caribbean-is-open-for-business-following-recent-hurricanes/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has announced at WTM London the region is still open for business and the infrastructure is in place to receive and provide visitors the best holiday experience. Sun, 05 Nov 2017 11:13:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-focus-on-recovery-at-special-session/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-focus-on-recovery-at-special-session/ In the wake of the catastrophic impact of Hurricanes Irma and Maria on some member countries, the Caribbean Tourism Organisation is adding a special session to the upcoming State of the Tourism Industry Conference in Grenada. The event will focus on how to recover and rebuild after a major disaster. Tue, 26 Sep 2017 09:38:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-clean-up-continues-following-hurricane-irma-impact/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-clean-up-continues-following-hurricane-irma-impact/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has continued to chart the impact of Hurricane Irma on hospitality in the region, revealing the major damage caused. Tue, 12 Sep 2017 08:40:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-across-caribbean-struggles-following-hurricane-irma-impact/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-across-caribbean-struggles-following-hurricane-irma-impact/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has released its latest assessment of the impact of Hurricane Irma, reporting widespread disruption across the region. Sun, 10 Sep 2017 14:46:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-launches-irma-relief-fund/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-launches-irma-relief-fund/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has activated a relief fund to help families and countries rebuild after hurricanes, particularly in the wake of the massive category five Hurricane Irma, which has impacted a number of member countries. Sun, 10 Sep 2017 07:32:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-calls-for-closer-cooperation-with-united-sta/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-calls-for-closer-cooperation-with-united-sta/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has called for a formal partnership between the region’s tourism sector and those responsible for implementing the United States-Caribbean Strategic Engagement Act. Tue, 22 Aug 2017 09:57:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-host-sustainability-conference-in-st.-kit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-host-sustainability-conference-in-st.-kit/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation is partnering with the ministry of tourism in St. Kitts to host a sustainable tourism forum, with a focus on climate change. Themed Good for Us, Better for All, the Climate Smart Sustainable Tourism Forum is being held as part of the UNWTO International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. Tue, 16 May 2017 11:07:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-2017-caribbean-tourism-organisation-boosts-emirates-h/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-2017-caribbean-tourism-organisation-boosts-emirates-h/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation, the region’s tourism development agency, is seeking to strengthen its relationship with Emirates Holidays, the largest airline tour operator in the Middle East, as it seeks to broaden the Caribbean’s appeal in the Arabian Market. Tue, 25 Apr 2017 04:20:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-signs-airbnb-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-signs-airbnb-partnership/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation and Airbnb have signed a landmark agreement to develop a set of policy principles and recommendations on the sharing economy for Caribbean governments and other stakeholders. Tue, 07 Feb 2017 16:26:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bahamas-to-head-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bahamas-to-head-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ The Bahamas has been elected chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation, with the election of minister of tourism Obie Wilchcombe. Following his election Wilchcombe stated: “I intend to build upon what my predecessor Richard Sealy of Barbados began and I also intend to build on the relationship with the private sector. Sun, 18 Sep 2016 18:18:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stewart-to-present-keynote-speech-at-caribbean-state-of-the-industry-confer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stewart-to-present-keynote-speech-at-caribbean-state-of-the-industry-confer/ The leader of one of the world’s leading resort companies will outline a vision for Caribbean tourism as he sets the tone for the region’s most important tourism gatherings, the State of the Industry Conference. The chief executive officer of Sandals Resorts International, Adam Stewart, will deliver the keynote address at the September event Barbados. Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:33:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-appointment-for-cto/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-appointment-for-cto/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has appointed Dominican-native Amanda Charles as sustainable tourism specialist, effective immediately. Charles will coordinate and implement the organisation’s sustainable tourism programme aimed at enhancing the development, growth, quality, competitiveness and sustainability of Caribbean tourism. She Charles is a tourism professional with several years of experience, having worked most recently as the adviser to the directorate of sustainable tourism at the Association of Caribbean States in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, a position she held for five years. Sun, 22 May 2016 08:25:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-visitor-arrivals-surge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-visitor-arrivals-surge/ The Caribbean recorded a rise in visitor arrivals during the first half of this year, keeping pace with the world average. Sat, 30 Aug 2014 07:50:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-visitor-arrivals-climb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-visitor-arrivals-climb/ The Caribbean tourism sector has recorded improvements during the first quarter of this year when compared to the corresponding period in 2013. Figures released by the Caribbean Tourism Organization show a 2.2 per cent rise in stay-over arrivals between January and March 2014, with cruise visits up 2.3 per cent. Sat, 28 Jun 2014 13:47:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-visitor-spending-climbs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-visitor-spending-climbs/ The Caribbean recorded a rise in visitor expenditure in 2013 when compared to 2012, with the spending rate outpacing that of visitor arrivals for the first time in three years, according to figures from the Caribbean Tourism Organisation. The authority on Caribbean tourism arrival statistics and visitor spend announced visitors to the Caribbean spent an estimated US$28.1 billion in 2013, up 2.3 per cent over 2012. Sun, 16 Feb 2014 09:55:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-caribbean-tourism-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-caribbean-tourism-website/ All 33 Caribbean tourism destinations have joined forces to launch a new website. Improvements to the design and search facilities have been made after all parties agreed to use common formatting. Fri, 01 Mar 2013 12:12:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-islands-and-the-indian-ocean-vanilla-islands-to-work-together/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-islands-and-the-indian-ocean-vanilla-islands-to-work-together/ The last CTO (Caribbean Tourism Organization) meeting in St. Kitts has paved the way for greater cooperation between islands of the world. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 20:30:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-virgin-islands-elected-to-lead-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-virgin-islands-elected-to-lead-caribbean-tourism-organisation/ The United States Virgin Islands has been elected as chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation. Commissioner of tourism, Beverly Nicholson-Doty, will now take up the position of chairman of the CTO following the decision at the Annual General Meeting. Thu, 11 Oct 2012 07:05:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-joins-international-council-of-tourism-partn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-joins-international-council-of-tourism-partn/ The International Council of Tourism Partners (ICTP) announced the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has joined the alliance as a destination member. Fri, 07 Sep 2012 03:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-confirms-seychelles-to-lead-caribbeans-touri/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-confirms-seychelles-to-lead-caribbeans-touri/ Johnson Johnrose of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) from Bridgetown Barbados has confirmed that the Hon. Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture, will lead a delegation to the Caribbean’s leading tourism gathering, the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Industry Conference, in St. Kitts this October. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 23:30:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-summit-to-address-critical-issues/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-summit-to-address-critical-issues/ Several of the top players in the global tourism industry are set to meet on Jamaican soil to examine the way forward for the region’s tourism sector at the Caribbean Tourism Summit and Outlook Seminar 2012. Preparations are in high gear for the event, which will be held from June 15-16, at the Ritz Carlton Golf and Spa Resort in Montego Bay. Tue, 05 Jun 2012 17:00:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trinidad-and-tobago-to-host-14th-sustainable-tourism-conference/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trinidad-and-tobago-to-host-14th-sustainable-tourism-conference/ Trinidad and Tobago will host the next Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) conference on Sustainable Tourism Development in 2013, the CTO has announced. Sun, 22 Apr 2012 03:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/carole-hay-director-of-marketing-uk-europe-caribbean-tourism-organisation-c/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/carole-hay-director-of-marketing-uk-europe-caribbean-tourism-organisation-c/ Carole Hay, Director of Marketing UK & Europe, Caribbean Tourism Organisation, CHTA 2012 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:44:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-chief-takes-time-out-for-christmas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-chief-takes-time-out-for-christmas/ Caribbean Tourism Organisation secretary general Hugh Riley has issued a heartfelt Christmas message to tourism industry stakeholders from across the region and wider world. “We in the Caribbean are privileged to live in the most purely beautiful and desirable region on earth and we count among our many blessings some of the world’s most welcoming and talented people,” Riley stated. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:34:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-helps-delegates-prepare-for-wtm/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-helps-delegates-prepare-for-wtm/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation is helping prepare Caribbean tourism ministers, commissioners, and directors for World Travel Market at the highly anticipated European Marketing Forum. The annual pre-WTM event will focus on helping the Caribbean find customers in 2012. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:54:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-welcomes-apd-cut-in-northern-ireland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-welcomes-apd-cut-in-northern-ireland/ Officials at the Caribbean Tourism Organisation have welcomed a decision by UK chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne to cut Air Passenger Duty on long-haul flights departing from Northern Ireland. The decision was confirmed at the end of September and will see the direct long-haul rate of APD fall to the lower short-haul rate - £12 per passenger in economy and £24 for business and first class passengers. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:24:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-chief-hugh-riley-calls-for-greater-tourism-education-in-americas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-chief-hugh-riley-calls-for-greater-tourism-education-in-americas/ The secretary general of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation, Hugh Riley, has called on tourism interests in the Americas “to educate our populations to the true potential of this marvellously resilient, yet incredibly vulnerable industry”. Tourism in the region will be celebrated by World Travel Awards later this month when Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay, Jamaica, plays hose to the annual Caribbean & the Americas Gala Ceremony. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 12:19:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-plans-to-cut-caribbean-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-plans-to-cut-caribbean-routes/ British Airways has announced plans to reduce flights to the Caribbean following a sharp rise in Air Passenger Duty. Blaming falling passenger numbers on the punitive tax, BA chief executive, Keith Williams, confirmed the news during the Caribbean Tourism Organisation conference in St Martin. Mon, 19 Sep 2011 06:58:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ba-chief-addresses-caribbean-at-first-ever-state-of-the-industry-conference/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ba-chief-addresses-caribbean-at-first-ever-state-of-the-industry-conference/ British Airways is once again supporting the Caribbean Tourism Organisation, with chief executive Keith Williams giving the key note speech at the first State of the Industry Conference, taking place in St Martin. Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:12:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-links-up-with-nta-to-boost-regional-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-links-up-with-nta-to-boost-regional-travel/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation and NTA have created a new partnership to promote opportunities to tourism businesses in the over 30 member countries in the region. Under the terms of the deal, NTA tour operators will also be offered easier access to Caribbean destinations. Tue, 14 Jun 2011 09:27:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-cto-to-re-launch-regional-marketing-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-cto-to-re-launch-regional-marketing-campaign/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization and the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association are to re-launch the marketing and business development unit, the Caribbean Tourism Development Company, a jointly owned and private-operated, profitable entity created in 2007. Mon, 06 Jun 2011 08:59:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-gather-in-nyc-to-celebrate-caribbean-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-gather-in-nyc-to-celebrate-caribbean-heritage/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) will host its annual Caribbean Travel and Cultural Fair on Wednesday, June 8th at Grand Central Terminal as part of Caribbean Week. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:00:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st-martin-to-host-caribbean-tourism-organisation-conference/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st-martin-to-host-caribbean-tourism-organisation-conference/ The French Caribbean destination of St Martin will make history when it hosts the first state of the industry conference organised by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation in September. President of the St Martin Tourism Authority, Ida Zin-Ka-Ieu, and the CTO secretary general, Hugh Riley, made the announcement at a joint news conference. Tue, 31 May 2011 11:54:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st-martin-to-host-caribbean-tourism-organisation-conference1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st-martin-to-host-caribbean-tourism-organisation-conference1/ The French Caribbean destination of St Martin will make history when it hosts the first state of the industry conference organised by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) in September. Tue, 31 May 2011 10:34:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-pleased-with-apd-hold/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-pleased-with-apd-hold/ Officials at the Caribbean Tourism Organisation have welcomed an announcement from UK chancellor George Osborne Air Passenger Duty will not rise this year. The chancellor’s statement that the arbitrary nature of the bands “appeared to believe the Caribbean was further away than California,” is also a clear recognition of a crucial issue raised by the organisation during lobbying efforts to have the tax reformed. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 09:23:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-leaders-and-eu-conclude-tourism-summit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-leaders-and-eu-conclude-tourism-summit/ Caribbean tourism leaders and European Union (EU) officials have ended the first Caribbean tourism summit in the European capital with a greater understanding of each other’s concerns regarding the tourism sector. Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:26:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/resurgent-cruise-lifts-caribbean-to-pre-crisis-levels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/resurgent-cruise-lifts-caribbean-to-pre-crisis-levels/ A resurgent cruise industry has lifted the Caribbean’s travel and tourism industry back to pre-recessionary levels, according to the latest statistics from the CTO. St Lucia, which was voted “World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination” at the 2010 World Travel Awards, registered a double-digit growth in arrivals. Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:32:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-forges-african-links/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-forges-african-links/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), the source of Caribbean tourism statistics, research and news, and the Africa Travel Association (ATA), the travel industry trade association promoting tourism to Africa, have signed a partnership agreement that will support both organizations’ endeavors to promote tourism to their respective regions. Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:54:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-and-ata-sign-partnership-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-and-ata-sign-partnership-agreement/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), the premier source of Caribbean tourism statistics, research and news, and the Africa Travel Association (ATA), the leading travel industry trade association promoting tourism to Africa, have signed a partnership agreement that will support both organizations’ endeavors to promote tourism to their respective regions. Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:24:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-picks-st-kitts-ricky-skerritt-as-new-chair/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-picks-st-kitts-ricky-skerritt-as-new-chair/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO), the Caribbean’s official tourism development agency, has selected the Hon. Ricky Skerritt, Minister of Tourism and International Transport, St Kitts and Nevis, for the chairmanship of the organisation for the next two years. Mon, 11 Oct 2010 17:12:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbeans-urge-britain-to-scrap-adp-to-save-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbeans-urge-britain-to-scrap-adp-to-save-tourism/ A high-level Caribbean delegation has begun a three-day lobby in the UK today against what it sees as unfair increases in airport passenger duty to the region that could have a crippling impact on its tourism industry. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:01:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-showcase-comes-to-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cto-showcase-comes-to-london/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has confirmed it will host a four-hour consumer event showcasing Caribbean cuisine, rum and music in London later this month. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:15:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-forecasts-growth-in-2010/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-forecasts-growth-in-2010/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is forecasting a rebound in visitor arrivals in 2010 with moderate growth expected for the region on the heels of positive indicators from the fourth quarter of 2009. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:51:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-announces-return-of-sustainable-tourism-conf/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-announces-return-of-sustainable-tourism-conf/ The region’s premiere international gathering on sustainable tourism is back. The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced the return of its Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development, otherwise known as the Sustainable Tourism Conference (STC), after a one year absence due to the global economic crisis. Wed, 06 Jan 2010 10:50:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-names-new-secretary-general/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-names-new-secretary-general/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) has announced the appointment of Barbadian Hugh Riley as new secretary general. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:21:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/parliament-groundswell-mounts-against-apd-hikes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/parliament-groundswell-mounts-against-apd-hikes/ British MPs are becoming increasingly aware that changes to Air Passenger Duty could be either a vote winner or loser. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:58:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm07-Vincent-Vanderpool-Wallace-Caribbean-Tourism-Organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm07-Vincent-Vanderpool-Wallace-Caribbean-Tourism-Organisation/ Breaking Travel News interviews Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace,Secretary General, Caribbean Tourism Organisation at World Travel Market 2007 on promoting the One Caribbean brand. Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:55:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20061010173937524/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20061010173937524/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has amassed an impressive line-up of knowledgeable and experienced speakers to deliver insight on timely travel industry issues as part of the programme for the 29th Annual Caribbean Tourism Conference (CTC-29) taking place Oct. 22-25, 2006 on Grand Bahama Island. Thu, 12 Oct 2006 08:33:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060109144036836/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060109144036836/ Last November, the new Caribbean Tourism Organisation secretary general Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace spearheaded the region’s presence at London’s World Travel Market, his singular message—one Caribbean, one voice. Mon, 09 Jan 2006 14:40:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn2004061014561414/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn2004061014561414/ Dr. Jean Holder was awarded one of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s most prestigious awards at the Caribbean State Ball on June 4, 2004 at the Waldorf=Astoria in New York. Dr. Holder is widely regarded as the organization’s founder and architect. Thu, 10 Jun 2004 12:56:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn3000075/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn3000075/ NEW YORK, NY (May 9, 2002) - In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) will welcome the Royal Barbados Police Force Band to New York City as they participate in the Flag Ceremony and Awards Presentation during the 29th Annual Governments of the Caribbean State Ball on Friday, May 31, 2002 at the Waldorf-Astoria.  During this “golden celebration,” CTO will honour 50 individuals for their contributions to Caribbean tourism at a special commemorative ceremony. Fri, 10 May 2002 12:00:08 +0000