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02-Oct-2019
Statement on the passage of Hurricane Dorian
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) expresses our deepest regret and sadness over the loss of life and damage done to the Abacos and Grand Bahama Island by dangerous category 5 hurricane Dorian. ...
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) expresses our deepest regret and sadness over the loss of life and damage done to the Abacos and Grand Bahama Island by dangerous category 5 hurricane Dorian.
In the wake of this monstrous storm, we have witnessed the pain of those who lost loved ones, the agony of so many who lost their homes and all their belongings, and the angst of an entire Caribbean concerned for the welfare of the people of these islands.
However, as has been demonstrated so many times in the past, we have weathered many storms, we are a resilient people who refuse to surrender even in the most difficult of times, and we are confident that the people of the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama, with the full support of the Islands of the Bahamas and the Caribbean tourism family, will navigate the road to recovery together and emerge stronger.
With the Bahamas being an archipelago with more than 700 islands and cays spread over 100,000 square miles, the greatest impact of Hurricane Dorian is being felt in the northernmost islands of the Abacos and Grand Bahama, while most of the nation has been mostly unaffected.
The CTO offers our full support to the Bahamas. We have activated our Hurricane Relief Fund which has been established to help our people and countries rebuild after disasters.
Please visit https://www.gofundme.com/hurricane-relief-fund-cto to donate to the fund. We appreciate your contribution and encourage you to be generous.
In the wake of this monstrous storm, we have witnessed the pain of those who lost loved ones, the agony of so many who lost their homes and all their belongings, and the angst of an entire Caribbean concerned for the welfare of the people of these islands.
However, as has been demonstrated so many times in the past, we have weathered many storms, we are a resilient people who refuse to surrender even in the most difficult of times, and we are confident that the people of the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama, with the full support of the Islands of the Bahamas and the Caribbean tourism family, will navigate the road to recovery together and emerge stronger.
With the Bahamas being an archipelago with more than 700 islands and cays spread over 100,000 square miles, the greatest impact of Hurricane Dorian is being felt in the northernmost islands of the Abacos and Grand Bahama, while most of the nation has been mostly unaffected.
The CTO offers our full support to the Bahamas. We have activated our Hurricane Relief Fund which has been established to help our people and countries rebuild after disasters.
Please visit https://www.gofundme.com/hurricane-relief-fund-cto to donate to the fund. We appreciate your contribution and encourage you to be generous.
01-Oct-2019
Barbados is top choice for cruisers
Barbados is in winner’s row once again, this time as ‘Favourite Cruise Destination’, according to the 2019 Cruise International’s British Cruise Awards.
The dest...
Barbados is in winner’s row once again, this time as ‘Favourite Cruise Destination’, according to the 2019 Cruise International’s British Cruise Awards.
The destination beat out Jamaica, Dubrovnik, Norway and Singapore to win the prestigious accolade in UK cruising; an honour which was determined by public vote.
The glamorous event took place at the House of Lords in London on Monday evening and the industry’s finest were in attendance to see destination Barbados shine. Barbados High Commissioner, H.E. Milton Inniss, as well as Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.’s (BTMI) UK Director, Cheryl Carter, and Senior Business Development Officer, Marc McCollin, accepted the distinguished prize.
As the popularity of cruising increases each year, Barbados remains a firm favourite on the Caribbean cruising circuit, appearing on itineraries from a mixture of cruise lines such as Norwegian Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, MSC, P&O, TUI, Marella, Star Clipper, Silversea, Seabourn, and Fred Olsen.
Earlier this year, the destination was also named one of the Top 5 in the category ‘Best Cruise Destination in the Southern Caribbean’ in Cruise Critic’s Annual Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards.
Cheryl Franklin, Director of Cruise at the BTMI, credited the win to the collaborative efforts of local operators. “I personally want to thank all of the dedicated and persevering provider partners in Barbados. Their support is unwavering and representing them is a tremendous privilege. I also want to thank Cheryl Carter, Director for the UK, and her London-based team for their unwavering in-market support, and for the outstanding developmental work with respect to the building and positioning of the Barbados brand over the years which continues to grow from strength to strength,” she said.
Franklin added that this is “a truly proud moment for Barbados and all of the operators who make up the diverse sector,” and went on to thank the Barbados Port Inc. for their ongoing support.
Barbados is forecasted to welcome 840,000 cruise arrivals this year and the BTMI has embarked on a number of strategic initiatives to ensure this winning streak continues. One such initiative is the weekly Festive Fridays marketplace at the Pelican Craft Centre, just a stone’s throw from the cruise port, which gives cruise passengers the opportunity to purchase local food and craft, and mingle with Bajans late into the night.
01-Oct-2019
CTO makes initial monetary contribution to The Bahamas recovery effort
~ US$20,000 raised through the CTO Relief Fund has been sent to Nassau to aid with recovery in Abaco and Grand Bahama ~
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (18 Sept. 2019) – The Caribbean Touris...
~ US$20,000 raised through the CTO Relief Fund has been sent to Nassau to aid with recovery in Abaco and Grand Bahama ~
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (18 Sept. 2019) – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has made an initial monetary contribution to The Bahamas to assist with its recovery efforts in Abaco and Grand Bahama following the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian earlier this month.
The sum of US$20,000 – monies raised through the CTO Relief Fund (https://bit.ly/2klH17e) - has been transferred to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) of The Bahamas as part of the CTO’s on-going support of the long-term recovery of the affected islands.
The CTO activated its hurricane relief fund immediately after Hurricane Dorian battered the northwestern Bahamian islands of Abacos and Grand Bahama, leaving behind a trail of destruction, over 50 confirmed deaths and many more missing.
“The CTO sincerely thanks those of you who are helping The Bahamas by contributing to the hurricane relief fund. Your assistance goes a long way towards bringing relief to the people of the Abacos and Grand Bahama who suffered gravely from Hurricane Dorian,” said Neil Walters, the CTO’s acting secretary general. “We encourage everyone to continue to contribute to the fund so we can keep assisting those affected. However, it’s important to note that 14 tourist destinations in The Bahamas were unaffected by the storm and we encourage persons planning vacations at this time to show their ultimate support to The Bahamas by visiting at least one of these destinations.”
In addition to the relief fund, the CTO is engaged in other activities to assist The Bahamas as follows:
- Collaborating with Friends of Culture, a 501C3 organisation in New Orleans, Louisiana, to raise funds at its annual Bayou Bacchanal (Caribbean Carnival), which will be held 2 November in New Orleans
- Worked with Julie Guaglardi of Zelman Style Interiors to highlight the Bahamas at a fashion show in Times Square, New York during New York Fashion Week, reaching an audience of 100,000
- The CTO is also part of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Response Agency’s team on the ground in the affected islands, with one of our staff members currently in The Bahamas carrying out an assessment of the damage to the tourism infrastructure.
To contribute to the CTO Hurricane Relief Fund please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/hurricane-relief-fund-cto.
01-Oct-2019
'CTO Summer Ball'- A superb Caribbean night out
On Thursday June 27, 2019, close to three hundred travel industry professionals joined the Caribbean Tourism Organization at the plush five star Chelsea Harbour Hotel, overlooking the Harbour and the ...
On Thursday June 27, 2019, close to three hundred travel industry professionals joined the Caribbean Tourism Organization at the plush five star Chelsea Harbour Hotel, overlooking the Harbour and the River Thames, for its Caribbean-infused Summer Ball.
The night opened with a spectacular performance from the Zil’oKA Drummers and Dancers spreading the traditional music from Guadeloupe and Martinique in London and ended with an impressive performance from Asher Otto & Itchyfeet sponsored by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority.
“The Caribbean Tourism Organization is delighted with the overwhelming support we received for this event. The proceeds from our raffle and silent auction raised over £8525.00 all of which will be donated to the CTO’s Scholarship Foundation to assist Caribbean nationals wishing to further themselves in their tourism and hospitality industry studies”, stated Carol Hay, Director of Marketing UK & Europe, Caribbean Tourism Organization. Carol added, ‘outreach and giving back to the community is one of the core ethos of the CTO. We are thankful to all of our sponsors and supporters who made the event possible and to the hardworking CTO staff and Advisory Board members of CTO UK Chapter who promoted this event. The feedback was exceptionally positive and we look forward to everyone’s support for future events’.
CTO Summer Ball was made possible through the kind support of Travel Weekly, British Airways, The Landings Resort & Spa by Elegant Hotels, Virgin Atlantic, Jamaica Inn, Halfmoon Jamaica, Sun Group Hotels, Bel Jou, , Oasis Hotels & Resorts, Grand Oasis Palm Cancun, Resort Marketing International, True Blue Bay Boutique Resort Grenada, Moon Palace Jamaica, Mount Cinnamon Resort & Beach Club Grenada, Secret Harbour Hotel Boutique Hotel & Marina, Grenada Tourism Authority, AMP House Serviced Offices, Paul Johnson Fine Art Portrait Design, AMResorts, Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority, Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc, Bahamas Tourist Office, Belize Tourism Board, The British Virgin Island Tourism Board & Film Commission, Cayman Islands Department of Tourism, Discover Dominica Authority, Emporia Brands – Chairman Reserve’s Rum, Kuoni, Jamaica Tourist Board, Newmont Travel, St Kitts Tourism Authority, Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, St Vincent & the Grenadine Tourism Office, The Chelsea Harbour Hotel, Tobago Tourism Agency, Tropical Sky, Zil’oKA , Asher Otto & Itchyfeet, DJ Darae and Mahogany Community Ventures.
01-Oct-2019
Saint Lucia launches new winter campaign
With up to 70% off holiday packages from the UK
This winter, UK holiday makers can take advantage of a new month-long promotion from the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA).
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With up to 70% off holiday packages from the UK
This winter, UK holiday makers can take advantage of a new month-long promotion from the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA).
Running until the end of October, sun seekers can book a holiday in Saint Lucia and enjoy some winter sun or book ahead for their summer holiday, saving up to 70%. There are 12 tour operators taking part, including Blue Bay Travel; Simply St Lucia; Trailfinders; Best At Travel; Classic Collection; Tropical Sky; Sackville Travel; Dial-a-Flight; ITC, Kenwood Travel; Caribtours and LetsGo2. This means there is a range of holidays on offer to suit all budgets and tastes.
The ‘Winter in Saint Lucia’ campaign has a dedicated offers landing page www.stlucia.org/offers on the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority’s website featuring the 12 tour operators as the call to action.
SLTA UK Director, Patricia Charlery-Leon said “Every year we are able to offer fantastic savings at this time of year through our tour operator partners. Saint Lucia is perfect for a relaxing or active holiday so suits all tastes from families to honeymooners.”
The deals are supported by an extended consumer and trade advertising campaign from SLTA with press ads in The Times, Telegraph, Metro and Evening Standard alongside digital takeovers in The Times and Telegraph. Lifestyle magazines are also part of the buy with the increasingly important niche media including wedding, diving, birding, yachting and Diaspora media.
Other activations include outdoor billboards, radio and digital ads, consumer e-newsletters and social media postings.
For more information about Saint Lucia, visit www.stlucia.org or call 1-800-456-3984, or 1-888 4STLUCIA
24-Sep-2019
Dominica’s official hike passport
Roseau, Dominica – (September 24, 2019) Dominica has a vast network of hiking trails that suits all interests and levels of ability. Most trails traverse through diverse natural habitats such as...
Roseau, Dominica – (September 24, 2019) Dominica has a vast network of hiking trails that suits all interests and levels of ability. Most trails traverse through diverse natural habitats such as rainforest, montane thicket or elfin woodland. The scale and diversity of hiking in Dominica makes the island unique to the Caribbean region.
As a means of encouraging visitors to hike the various trails in Dominica, Discover Dominica Authority has developed Dominica’s official Trail Hiker’s Logbook and Passport. This hike passport is a fun way to record one’s hiking experiences; Hikers will be awarded for their achievements, based on the number of trails hiked.
Hike passports are free of charge and can be obtained from Discover Dominica Authority’s main office on Great Marlborough Street, Forestry Division, DHTA office and Tourist Information offices at the Roseau Bayfront, Roseau Ferry Terminal and Douglas-Charles Airport.
Because Dominica’s hikes are all very different and have their own unique challenges, each is given a score against the TREAD categories listed in the hike passport. These ratings are simply meant as indicators to help hikers make hiking choices; the indicator provides details on the level of difficulty.
The Government of Dominica through the Ministry of Tourism and Culture has invested in the restoration of various hiking trails, reconstruction and refurbishment of structures on or near the trails, so as to provide great experiences to visitors and locals alike.
Visit www.discoverdominica.com or call us at 1 767 255 8221 for further details.
For more information on Dominica, contact Discover Dominica Authority at 767 448 2045. Or, visit Dominica’s official website: www.DiscoverDominica.com, see Dominica’s updates on the tourism sector post Hurricane Maria: www.dominicaupdate.com, follow Dominica on Twitter and Facebook and take a look at our videos on YouTube.
17-Sep-2019
Saint Lucia Vies for 4 Global Titles at 26th Annual World Travel Awards
CASTRIES – Tuesday September 17, 2019 – Saint Lucia is thrilled to be nominated by the World Travel Awards for four (4) global titles that could see the destination being named the best am...
CASTRIES – Tuesday September 17, 2019 – Saint Lucia is thrilled to be nominated by the World Travel Awards for four (4) global titles that could see the destination being named the best among the world’s leading destinations.
In the 26th annual World Travel Awards (WTA), Saint Lucia will vie for the titles of:
- World's Leading Honeymoon Destination 2019
- World's Leading Island Destination 2019
- World's Leading Wedding Destination 2019
- World's Most Romantic Destination 2019
Voting for the WTA World categories is now open and runs until midnight on October 20, 2019. Industry partners and the public are invited to vote and encourage friends and family members to do the same, as the nominee gaining the most votes in a category will be named as the winner.
World Travel Awards is the pre-eminent leader in the travel and tourism industry recognizing and upholding excellence across all sectors.
Saint Lucia has won the World's Leading Honeymoon Destination Award ten times, with the most recent honour bestowed in 2018. The destination has also won the Caribbean's Leading Honeymoon Destination Award, ten times in the last eleven years.
The red carpet World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony – the world's premier gathering of tourism VIPs – will take place on November 28, 2019 at Royal Opera House Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.
17-Sep-2019
St. Kitts Develops the Growth Potential of Its Canadian Market
Basseterre, St. Kitts (September 17, 2019) – The delegation from St. Kitts led by Minister of Tourism the Hon. Lindsay F.P. Grant met with top management from Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations...
Basseterre, St. Kitts (September 17, 2019) – The delegation from St. Kitts led by Minister of Tourism the Hon. Lindsay F.P. Grant met with top management from Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations at their respective headquarters, tour operators, travel trade professionals and hosted a consumer lifestyle event in conjunction with Luxe magazine during a visit to Canada on September 4 and 5, 2019. The purpose of the trip was to highlight the destination in light of the growth in the Canadian market and explore the even greater growth potential based on the new Air Canada mid-week flight.
“I am extremely pleased with the partnerships we have established in Canada,” said the Hon. Mr. Lindsay F.P. Grant, Minister of Tourism, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs. “With more flights, package offers, sellers and increasing consumer awareness, Canadian visitors and the Diaspora alike have more options to visit the destination during the busiest time of year for travel. The positive feedback we heard from Air Canada in particular regarding the performance of the Toronto-St. Kitts non-stop service demonstrates the carrier’s increasing confidence in our tourism product.”
Racquel Brown, CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, added, “To continue our momentum of strong arrivals growth from Canada achieved through targeted marketing and sales to the affluent traveler in the golf and lifestyle niche markets, it will be critical to maintain or expand our service from Air Canada and optimize all of our in-market partnerships moving forward.”
In meetings with Air Canada, the delegation discussed further development of the existing successful airline-destination partnership and, in particular, the first ever Tuesday non-stop peak season service starting this winter. The next day, a visit to Air Canada Vacations included dialog about increasing the number of St. Kitts’ properties in their program and highlighted the product improvements at the various properties currently in their program. Meetings with select tour operators and travel agents updated them about what’s new on island.
In addition, a well-attended evening event in Toronto was held at the Globe and Mail rooftop terrace held in conjunction with media partner, Luxe Magazine, to grow awareness among target upscale consumers.
For the first four months of 2019, air passenger arrivals from Air Canada increased over 60% as compared to the same period in 2018. Air Canada first began serving St. Kitts non-stop on Fridays in peak season from Toronto Pearson International Airport in 2011 and subsequently shifted to Saturday service. It is the island’s only non-stop scheduled service from Canada. Service expanded to operate for a six-month period starting in November 2018 through the end of April 2019 with the majority of those flights upgauged. From February 11 through April 14, 2020, Air Canada will operate a second weekly non-stop flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to St. Kitts on Tuesdays for the first time in the island’s history.
“I am extremely pleased with the partnerships we have established in Canada,” said the Hon. Mr. Lindsay F.P. Grant, Minister of Tourism, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs. “With more flights, package offers, sellers and increasing consumer awareness, Canadian visitors and the Diaspora alike have more options to visit the destination during the busiest time of year for travel. The positive feedback we heard from Air Canada in particular regarding the performance of the Toronto-St. Kitts non-stop service demonstrates the carrier’s increasing confidence in our tourism product.”
Racquel Brown, CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, added, “To continue our momentum of strong arrivals growth from Canada achieved through targeted marketing and sales to the affluent traveler in the golf and lifestyle niche markets, it will be critical to maintain or expand our service from Air Canada and optimize all of our in-market partnerships moving forward.”
In meetings with Air Canada, the delegation discussed further development of the existing successful airline-destination partnership and, in particular, the first ever Tuesday non-stop peak season service starting this winter. The next day, a visit to Air Canada Vacations included dialog about increasing the number of St. Kitts’ properties in their program and highlighted the product improvements at the various properties currently in their program. Meetings with select tour operators and travel agents updated them about what’s new on island.
In addition, a well-attended evening event in Toronto was held at the Globe and Mail rooftop terrace held in conjunction with media partner, Luxe Magazine, to grow awareness among target upscale consumers.
For the first four months of 2019, air passenger arrivals from Air Canada increased over 60% as compared to the same period in 2018. Air Canada first began serving St. Kitts non-stop on Fridays in peak season from Toronto Pearson International Airport in 2011 and subsequently shifted to Saturday service. It is the island’s only non-stop scheduled service from Canada. Service expanded to operate for a six-month period starting in November 2018 through the end of April 2019 with the majority of those flights upgauged. From February 11 through April 14, 2020, Air Canada will operate a second weekly non-stop flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to St. Kitts on Tuesdays for the first time in the island’s history.
10-Sep-2019
Summer business soars
(ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA) September 10, 2019 - The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s summer campaign #WhatCoolLooksLike is delivering on target, as just three months into the campaign, t...
(ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA) September 10, 2019 - The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s summer campaign #WhatCoolLooksLike is delivering on target, as just three months into the campaign, the Ministry of Tourism is reporting month on month growth for the summer.
Minister of Tourism, Charles Fernandez has expressed satisfaction with the increases. He said: “With the launch of the campaign in May, the tremendous support from our partners, hotel openings, and new destination events on our tourism calendar like the Optimist World Championships, we are seeing double-digit increases, at a time when this is not the norm.”
The latest tourism statistics released from The Ministry of Tourism show a 10% increase in total stayover air arrivals for the month of May 2019. June and July provisional figures are also reflecting double digit increases when compared to figures during the same months in 2018.
According to the provisional figures, for the year up to July, Antigua and Barbuda received a 10% increase in overall stayover air arrivals with 187,701 visitors.
“This healthy10% uptake in the summer is significant. It means that on top of the phenomenal growth we received from January to July 2018 of 171,147 visitors in comparison to the 159,764 in 2017, that the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s marketing strategy as well as other key factors, have really allowed us to steadily build arrivals, year on year”, said the Tourism Minister.
The #WhatCoolLooksLike Campaign was designed to run during the destination’s traditional shoulder season from May – October. With record-breaking results achieved during the summer, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism officials are proving that Antigua and Barbuda is more than a winter destination.
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s CEO Colin C. James said, “We are changing the narrative. Antigua and Barbuda is open year round. Our partners are communicating to us, that the campaign has made a huge difference and we are seeing it not only in increased arrivals, but in the increased ABST revenue coming into the country during the summer months.”
The #WhatCoolLooksLike Campaign activations within the US, UK, Caribbean and Canadian Markets spanned tv, radio, digital, social media, print, PR and outdoor.
Antigua and Barbuda adverts appeared in places like cinemas, airport lounges, on in-flight screens, outdoors, in malls, on undergrounds and at consumer shows. Campaign offers were pushed out to consumers via co-op marketing with the travel trade. Consumers also benefited from discounts on flights booked with airline partners during the campaign period, and on-island summer offers.
The US market, The UK & Europe market and the Caribbean Market continue to thrive with the markets showing growth for the year up to July 2019. The destination is also acquiring new market share, as arrivals from other countries and emerging markets have increased. Though arrivals from Canada experienced a slight decline due to a significant reduction in airlift, The ABTA CEO said, “We are combatting that with a number of activities planned in the market with airline partners.”
“As we continue the campaign, the teams are working flat out on their various plans, and at this current run rate we are looking forward to a record year again in air arrivals barring no natural disasters,” said the tourism official.
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s #WhatCoolLooksLike Campaign, was recently awarded a Silver Winner, in the 2019 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards. Being selected a Magellan Award Winner is a tremendous achievement and proves winners represent a high standard of excellence within the travel industry.
Minister of Tourism, Charles Fernandez has expressed satisfaction with the increases. He said: “With the launch of the campaign in May, the tremendous support from our partners, hotel openings, and new destination events on our tourism calendar like the Optimist World Championships, we are seeing double-digit increases, at a time when this is not the norm.”
The latest tourism statistics released from The Ministry of Tourism show a 10% increase in total stayover air arrivals for the month of May 2019. June and July provisional figures are also reflecting double digit increases when compared to figures during the same months in 2018.
According to the provisional figures, for the year up to July, Antigua and Barbuda received a 10% increase in overall stayover air arrivals with 187,701 visitors.
“This healthy10% uptake in the summer is significant. It means that on top of the phenomenal growth we received from January to July 2018 of 171,147 visitors in comparison to the 159,764 in 2017, that the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s marketing strategy as well as other key factors, have really allowed us to steadily build arrivals, year on year”, said the Tourism Minister.
The #WhatCoolLooksLike Campaign was designed to run during the destination’s traditional shoulder season from May – October. With record-breaking results achieved during the summer, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism officials are proving that Antigua and Barbuda is more than a winter destination.
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s CEO Colin C. James said, “We are changing the narrative. Antigua and Barbuda is open year round. Our partners are communicating to us, that the campaign has made a huge difference and we are seeing it not only in increased arrivals, but in the increased ABST revenue coming into the country during the summer months.”
The #WhatCoolLooksLike Campaign activations within the US, UK, Caribbean and Canadian Markets spanned tv, radio, digital, social media, print, PR and outdoor.
Antigua and Barbuda adverts appeared in places like cinemas, airport lounges, on in-flight screens, outdoors, in malls, on undergrounds and at consumer shows. Campaign offers were pushed out to consumers via co-op marketing with the travel trade. Consumers also benefited from discounts on flights booked with airline partners during the campaign period, and on-island summer offers.
The US market, The UK & Europe market and the Caribbean Market continue to thrive with the markets showing growth for the year up to July 2019. The destination is also acquiring new market share, as arrivals from other countries and emerging markets have increased. Though arrivals from Canada experienced a slight decline due to a significant reduction in airlift, The ABTA CEO said, “We are combatting that with a number of activities planned in the market with airline partners.”
“As we continue the campaign, the teams are working flat out on their various plans, and at this current run rate we are looking forward to a record year again in air arrivals barring no natural disasters,” said the tourism official.
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s #WhatCoolLooksLike Campaign, was recently awarded a Silver Winner, in the 2019 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards. Being selected a Magellan Award Winner is a tremendous achievement and proves winners represent a high standard of excellence within the travel industry.
22-Jan-2019
Your favourite Caribbean event for 2019 is right here
Lose yourself in the rhythm of infectious carnivals; give yourself a rush from thrilling regattas, let the spirits move you at any of the delectable cook-outs complete authentic Caribbean drinks; or ...
Lose yourself in the rhythm of infectious carnivals; give yourself a rush from thrilling regattas, let the spirits move you at any of the delectable cook-outs complete authentic Caribbean drinks; or simply free yourself during a weekend road trip to party, holiday, and revel in other's company for an entire weekend in beautiful resort location.
Whatever your penchant, whatever your preference, the Caribbean has an event in 2019 to satisfy your wish.
The CTO has compiled our most extensive list of events in member countries, making easy for you to find your favourite activities in one place.
Click here to peruse the calendar and please share it on social media.
Please use the hashtags #FindurCaribbeanEvent #DiscoverurCaribbeanevent #FindurCaribbeanFestival #CaribbeanEvents2019
Whatever your penchant, whatever your preference, the Caribbean has an event in 2019 to satisfy your wish.
The CTO has compiled our most extensive list of events in member countries, making easy for you to find your favourite activities in one place.
Click here to peruse the calendar and please share it on social media.
Please use the hashtags #FindurCaribbeanEvent #DiscoverurCaribbeanevent #FindurCaribbeanFestival #CaribbeanEvents2019
