MIAMI, Florida - “One destination does not make an itinerary,” said U.S. Virgin Islands Commissioner of Tourism Joseph Boschulte as he highlighted the importance of greater collaboration among Caribbean destinations and cruise line partners to ensure the safe and successful return of cruises to the region.

ROSEAU, Dominica – Dominica is predicting a “busy” cruise season with an estimated 262 cruise ship calls during the 2021-22 season even as the island continues to urge citizens to adhere to the protocols aimed at curbing the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos  – Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its annual Readers’Choice Awards with Ocean Club West recognized as #13 out of 15 in the Atlantic Islands category. 

MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – Sandals Resorts International (SRI) announces the 40th anniversary of its flagship brand for couples-only, Sandals Resorts.  Since opening its doors in Montego Bay on November 27th, 1981, Sandals Resorts has delighted guests, partnered with travel advisors, and helped build tourism throughout the Caribbean, where it is committed to developing hospitality excellence across the region, one of the most beloved and resilient tourism destinations in the world. The luxury all-inclusive resort company is celebrating Sandals’ milestone anniversary by honoring the legacy of its founder, the late Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, shining a light on the impact of tourism on local Caribbean communities, turning the clock back with nostalgic fun planned across all Sandals all-inclusive resorts, and will continue with additional surprises to be unveiled throughout the year.

ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada –Grenada is welcoming the decision by the operators of two all-inclusive hotels to re-open their properties Friday, saying it is shows confidence that the tourism sector is rebounding from the impact of the coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Tobago -  Caribbean Airlines and the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) have joined efforts to offer holidaymakers travelling into Barbados through 31st October, super savings on airfare and hotel accommodations.

MIAMI, FL – We at the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) are pleased to join the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in marking World Tourism Day 2021 (September 27) under the theme of “Tourism for Inclusive Growth”. 

GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Guyana says it is maintaining its strict coronavirus (COVID-19) measures for travelers crossing its land borders and that persons from neighboring Brazil and Suriname must be fully vaccinated and provide a negative PCR test taken within a three-day period.

CASTRIES, St. Lucia – The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) says it has reached agreement with the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) to implement the Trinidad-based health agency’s regional Tourism and Health Program (THP).

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica – Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of the Caribbean’s leading luxury all-inclusive resort brands Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, accepted the 2021 ‘Pacesetter’ Award on September 17th, at the annual Young Leaders in Travel Council in Jamaica. Travel A.L.L.I.E.S Society, host of the event, presents this distinguished award each year to young trailblazers who prioritize integrity and dedication to the people they lead and serve, while guiding others to do the same.

MIAMI , Florida - While travel advisories have been placed on several Caribbean destinations due to the increase in COVID-19 cases, attributed to the highly contagious delta variant, a leading tourism executive has countered that travel to the region is safe because of effective health safety measures and a continued commitment to protect employees and visitors.

HOLLYWOOD, Florida — The U.S. Virgin Islands credits its ability to survive and thrive during the worldwide COVID-19 crisis to synergistic public-private partnerships.