The much-anticipated Caribbean Convention on Sustainable Tourism Growth, also called the Sustainable Tourism Convention (STC), commenced this Monday on the Radisson Resort in Grenada.
The occasion has drawn regional and worldwide consultants to deliberate on the current and way forward for Caribbean tourism.
A gathering of minds for sustainable progress
Over the course of two days, greater than 50 influential audio system will discover the foundational pillars important for nurturing a transformative and regenerative legacy in Caribbean tourism.
The discussions are framed across the theme “The 5 Ps for a Legacy of Caribbean Tourism Sustainability: Individuals, Planet, Prosperity, Goal & Partnership.”
Management voices in sustainable tourism
The convention opened with notable figures corresponding to Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, Minister of Tourism Adrian Thomas, Dona Regis Prosper of the Caribbean Tourism Group, Petra Roach from the Grenada Tourism Authority, and Adam Stewart, Government Chairman of Sandals Resorts, sharing their insights.
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Keynote emphasis on unity and motion
Adam Stewart, in his keynote tackle, emphasised the vital want for sustainable tourism practices not simply in Grenada however throughout the Caribbean.
Highlighting the urgency to transition from dialogue to motion, Stewart advocated for collaborative efforts to leverage the distinctive strengths of the Caribbean area.
He harassed the significance of unity and strategic planning to beat frequent regional challenges and foster sustainable financial streams.
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Capitalizing on distinctive regional traits
In his speech, Stewart additionally famous the Caribbean’s profitable rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, attributing it to the distinctive heat of its folks.
He identified the aggressive benefit of the Caribbean’s hospitality however cautioned in opposition to complacency.
To take care of and develop tourism, Stewart referred to as for ongoing innovation and responsiveness to the evolving preferences of vacationers, significantly youthful generations.
A name to motion for sustainable legacy
Because the convention progresses, the main focus stays on forging actionable methods that can make sure the long-term sustainability and profitability of Caribbean tourism, emphasizing a collective method throughout varied sectors.
This contains not solely tourism but additionally agriculture, manufacturing, and each private and non-private sectors, aiming for an inclusive and cooperative path ahead.
