Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO)

Congratulations to CTO members Anguilla and Dominica for being recognized among the “World’s Best” – the 25 Best Islands to Visit Around the World, according to T+L readers! Thank you for proudly representing the Caribbean in all its beauty, splendor, diversity and charm! #CaribbeanExcellence #IslandParadise #TravelAndLeisure Anguilla Tourist Board Stacey Liburd, BS, C.Dir Chantelle M. Richardson Kimberly King Discover Dominica Authority Denise Charles-Pemberton  

Usually I'm in the audience asking people on stage the questions, so it was fun to have a few questions thrown my way at the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO)'s Caribbean Week in New York last month. It was a great opportunity to discuss with travel advisors and tourism delegates the importance of working together with trade media.

CHTA had the exciting opportunity to attend Caribbean Week in New York City, hosted by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). The event featured vibrant displays of Caribbean culture, insightful discussions led by industry leaders, and a bustling media marketplace uniting stakeholders and media representatives. We were honored to represent the private sector at this prestigious event, fostering connections with Caribbean ministers, directors of tourism, public sector representatives, and industry stakeholders, while offering insightful thought leadership. By aligning strategic goals and resources, we can address challenges like sustainability, infrastructure investment, and market competitiveness. Together, we can build a resilient ecosystem that supports economic growth, job creation, sustainable development, and maintains the Caribbean's status as a premier tourism destination worldwide! 📸 Pictured (left to right): Bill Clegg, 5th Vice President and Regional Director of Development at BWH Hotels; Kashmie Ali, Vice President of Brand Operations, Sales, and Marketing at Sailrock South Caicos and Sailrock Living, Turks and Caicos, BWI; Stacy Cox, CEO of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association; Nicola Madden-Greig, OD, CHTA President and Group Director of Marketing & Sales at Courtleigh Hotel & Suites; Vanessa Ledesma, CHTA Acting CEO and Director General. #CaribbeanTourism #PublicPrivatePartnership #CWNY2024 #CTO24

The CTO, represented by Sustainable Tourism Specialist Amanda Charles, is actively participating in the Rapid Needs Assessment Team coordinated by the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA). With the support of participating states and regional and international partners, the team is assisting with response and recovery efforts through the Regional Response Mechanism (RRM), and compiling a report to present to the international donor community. This photo collage highlights some members of the team whose work includes assessing Carriacou, Petite Martinique, and northern mainland Grenada.

We are so pleased to have Martinique as an active and dedicated partner of the Caribbean Tourism Organization. Pictured here is Bruno Brival, General Manager of the Martinique Tourism Authority, during our recent New York activation. #CWNY2024 #CTO24 Comité Martiniquais du Tourisme Guillaume Hamel  Géraldine Rome Muriel Wiltord Bénédicte Di GERONIMO

Guibion Ferdinand, Parliamentary Secretary in St. Lucia's Ministry of Tourism, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture, and Information, has an undying passion for his country and the region. Here, he contributes to the discourse during Caribbean Week in New York. #CWNY2024 #CTO24 Richard Moss MBA, Bsc Geraine Iona Georges

Our discussions and events during Caribbean Week in New York were enriched by the participation of Tracy Berkeley, the first female CEO of the Bermuda Tourism Authority. #CWNY2024 #Positivity #CTO24 Jamari A. Douglas Kiwan Michael Anderson William 'Billy' Griffith

Destination Update: Post Hurricane Beryl Scarborough, Tobago - Wednesday 3rd July, 2024: Following the passage of Hurricane Beryl, we are pleased to advise that destination Tobago is open for travel. Thanks to the swift action taken by Tobago's first responders and emergency team, all utilities on the island have been restored and most roadways have been deemed safe to traverse. All beach facilities across the island have been reopened and our shores remain the picture of paradise. The ANR International Airport remains open and all major airlines have resumed their regular flight schedules. Travellers are asked to contact their respective airlines for flight details. Regular sailings from the Inter-Island Ferry Services have also resumed and travellers are asked to visit the following website for schedule updates: https://www.ttitferry.com/ We are grateful that the island has been sparred the major impact of Hurricane Beryl and our thoughts and prayers are with our Caribbean neighbours who were severely affected.