ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada, CMC -The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) stated Tuesday that the nation had recorded a “vital milestone” within the tourism trade after 26 consecutive months of optimistic progress.
It stated the expansion since September 2022 “underscores the island’s resilience, strategic imaginative and prescient, and unwavering dedication to positioning Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique as a premier vacation spot for guests worldwide.”
The GTA stated that the momentum started in September 2022 when the nation earned notable accolades, together with USA Right now awards for Paradise Seashore in Carriacou and Grand Anse Seashore.
“This recognition set the stage for 2023, a yr outlined by Grenada’s strategic give attention to sustainable tourism, sturdy partnerships, and enhanced air connectivity, which resulted in a 30 p.c improve in arrivals through the first quarter. By December 2023, Grenada achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 20,000 customer arrivals in a single month for the primary time.”
The GTA stated progress continued into 2024, with a 17 p.c year-over-year rise in customer numbers highlighting the island’s sustained momentum.
It stated February 2024 was one other standout month, with arrivals reaching 19,608, a exceptional 31.7 p.c improve in comparison with February 2023. This improve was pushed by Grenada’s fiftieth independence anniversary celebrations, which attracted vacationers from key supply markets.
Past elevated arrivals, Grenada additionally recorded progress in customer spending and general size of keep, additional boosting tourism’s financial advantages.
“This milestone of 26 consecutive months of optimistic progress is a proud second for Grenada. It displays not solely the resilience and willpower of our tourism stakeholders but in addition the attract of our island as a vacation spot that captivates the creativeness of vacationers,” stated Petra Roach, the GTA chief govt officer.
“Our success lies within the seamless fusion of authenticity, innovation, and strategic imaginative and prescient, from creating unforgettable experiences that honor our wealthy heritage to forging crucial partnerships that improve connectivity and visibility. As we rejoice this achievement, we stay laser-focused on driving sustainable progress, making certain Grenada continues to encourage and delight guests from across the globe.”
The GTA stated that among the many key highlights of tourism progress embrace elevated connectivity and new and expanded routes from JetBlue, Air Canada, InterCaribbean, LIAT 2020, Dawn Airways, and the lately introduced WestJet.
It stated opening two new luxurious properties, Six Senses and Silversands Seashore Home, has elevated the island’s profile amongst high-end vacationers.
“A transparent imaginative and prescient and distinctive teamwork have pushed the journey to 26 months of steady progress. Grenada’s skill to draw and retain guests is a direct reflection of the dedication of our stakeholders, the richness of our tradition, and the enduring attract of our pure magnificence. This achievement conjures up us to succeed in even higher heights,” stated GTA chairman Randall Dolland.