Caribbean Tourism News Page 12
Bahamas Tourism Officials to Attend 42nd Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Jamaica
With things looking up for tourism in The Bahamas, representatives of the country’s Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) are set to build on their success at the 42nd edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace. Hosted by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) and scheduled for 20 - 23 May 2024 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Jamaica, the Caribbean’s largest tourism marketing event will offer opportunity for The Bahamas to shine as buyers and sellers of tourism products and services from countries across the region convening for business.
Caribbean Cruise Port Reaches Significant Passenger Milestone
Antigua and Barbuda have reached a significant milestone in their tourism industry, welcoming the 500,000th cruise passenger of the year at St. John’s Harbour on May 9, 2024.
Anguilla sees big gains in tourist arrivals
Anguilla saw first quarter visitor arrivals rise 22.2% from Q1 2023 and 24.4% from the same period in 2019, according to the Anguilla Tourist Board.
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES INTRODUCES DAILY NONSTOP SERVICE BETWEEN ORLANDO AND NASSAU
Southwest Airlines recently announced the launch of its new Orlando – Nassau route. Daily nonstop flights will connect Central Florida’s metropolitan hub with The Bahamas’ capital city at the height of the summer months. The Orlando – Nassau flights will operate from 4 June to 4 August, with departures from Orlando and arrivals in Nassau.
Dominican Republic to host the 2022 FCCA Cruise Conference
The Dominican Republic will host the 2022 FCCA Cruise Conference, taking place in Santo Domingo from October 11-14. The event aims to showcase the nation’s potential for increased benefits from cruise tourism.
Scientists create guidelines to help conserve Caribbean coral reefs
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.
Collaboration key to creating Caribbean jobs, says WTTC
The WTTC has revealed the Caribbean’s travel sector could generate 1.3 million jobs over the next decade, if governments and the private sector enhance intra-regional cooperation.
Sandals announced ‘40 for 40 Initiative’ projects
Sandals has announced the list of philanthropic projects under its ‘40 for 40 Initiative’, showcasing the strong link between tourism and its power to transform communities and improve local lives. Launched as part of Sandals Resorts’ 40th anniversary celebrations, the 40 projects were identified across eight Caribbean destinations in which it operates.
John Bell honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award
John Bell, the first Executive Director of Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit, which he was instrumental in launching.
Elite Island Resorts announces musical collaboration with Caribbean reggae star Causion
Elite Island Resorts has announced a musical collaboration with Reggae luminary Causion, with an Antiguan themed original song designed to inspire a new generation of travellers to visit the island.
Caribbean and Latin America to lead global travel revival
Global travel experts predict a massive increase in global international inbound travel, and the Caribbean and Latin America are leading the way.
CHTA calls for Caribbean to staff up for travel surge
As the tourism sector rebounds strongly from the pandemic closure, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is calling on the region’s “bread and butter” industry to ramp up efforts to be adequately staffed to meet the impending surge of arrivals and continued growth.