BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – The Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Group (CTO) is observing its thirty fifth anniversary this yr, with its Secretary Basic, Dona Regis-Prosper, urging regional stakeholders to be a part of the yearlong actions marking the event.
Regis-Prosper stated that the actions shall be held underneath the theme “Connecting the Globe, Celebrating Range” and that it underscores the CTO’s dedication to inclusivity, cultural alternate, and sustainable tourism practices.
“It is a name to embrace the individuality of every vacation spot whereas recognizing the shared thread that binds us collectively as one vibrant and numerous Caribbean household,” she added.
The CTO Secretary Basic stated that the area’s tourism sector had proven resilience and its skill to get better following the challenges confronted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and different conditions, together with the affect of local weather change.
“Our Caribbean tourism sector demonstrated exceptional power and adaptableness in going through challenges and uncertainties. We persevered, labored collectively, and welcomed guests again to our stunning locations.”
She stated the profitable re-introduction of hallmark CTO occasions, together with Caribbean Week in New York and the State of the Tourism Trade Convention (SOTIC), ensured “ the protection and satisfaction of all who selected to expertise the magic of the Caribbean.”
She acknowledged the strides made by member international locations in sustainable tourism, the CTO’s ongoing concentrate on efficient communication, and the vital function of analysis in re-imagining Caribbean tourism.
Regis-Prosper spoke of the significance of the Caribbean area internet hosting the 2024 Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC) Males’s T20 World Cup in June, describing the match as a possibility to showcase the area’s hospitality, cultural richness, and sporting prowess to the worldwide group.
“This novel occasion shall be considered by thousands and thousands of individuals worldwide. We should not overlook that each viewer is a possible customer,” she stated, including, “so this yr, I invite you to hitch the CTO in elevating our banners excessive and transferring collectively as one Caribbean.
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