CTO expands programme with industry-specific scholarships for Caribbean nationals
From WIC News In an effort to provide more opportunities for Caribbean nationals pursuing higher education and careers in the tourism industry, the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Scholarship Foundation has enhanced and expanded its programme. With the support of partners…
Crippling 2017 storms wracked Caribbean visitor growth in 2018
by Brian Major From Travel Pulse While the crippling hurricanes of September 2017 were expected to take a toll on Caribbean visitor arrivals, the full impact became more evident on Wednesday at a Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) press briefing, during…
CHTA President calls for greater investment in Caribbean people
CAYMAN ISLANDS (November 27, 2018) – While millions are drawn to the Caribbean’s natural beauty and attractions every year, it is the creativity and warmth of the people that keep visitors returning, asserts Patricia Affonso-Dass, President of the Caribbean Hotel…
Pure Grenada, The Spice Of The Caribbean supports the CTO’s Year of Wellness and Rejuvenation
(PRESS RELEASE) – Pure Grenada, the Spice of the Caribbean fully supports the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s year of wellness and rejuvenation. The Caribbean is blessed with a beautiful natural environment and naturally friendly people that make perfect escapes for relaxation….
Caribbean Tourism: Complacency puts Caribbean people and economies at risk
By Erik Grimaldi From World Tourism Wire Secretary General of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Hugh Riley has called on Caribbean states to take tsunami preparedness seriously, stating to do otherwise would put the people and regional economies at risk….
World Tourism Day 2018: Message from Caribbean Tourism Organization Secretary General
Tourism development agency joins global community in celebrating World Tourism Day Secretary General of the Caribbean Tourism Organization, issued the following statement on the celebration of World Tourism Day 2018, Wednesday, September 27, 2018: The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), the…
Cayman Islands to host CTO Tourism HR Conference in November
From eTurbo News When human resource professionals from across the region meet in the Cayman Islands in November for the CTO 9th Tourism Human Resources Conference, they will be challenged to develop effective strategies and plans to build a high…
Caribbean tourism organization plans for October conference
From Travel Agent Central The Caribbean Tourism Organization will analyze new ways for the area’s tourism industry to adapt to changing trends and demands at this year’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference. Themed Rejuvenate, Recreate, Reconnect – New Directions…
TCI Minister of Tourism participates in CTO Caribbean Week
From Gov.tc A team from the Ministry of Tourism, Environment, Heritage, Maritime and Gaming led by Minister Ralph Higgs returned to the TCI last weekend after attending the annual Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Caribbean Week’s activities in New York on…
Former CBS Journalist To Host Caribbean Tourism Awards Gala
By Dave Rodney From Jamaica Gleaner The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) said that award-winning television journalist, former CBS News reporter Marlie Hall will be the master of ceremonies for its Caribbean industry awards dinner and fashion show on Thursday, June…