The non-profit organization Tourism Cares, whose mission is to preserve and enrich the travel experience for future generations, has awarded $56,500 in academic scholarships to 39 travel, tourism, and hospitality students studying at accredited colleges and universities throughout the United States and Canada. The scholarships support students’ academic studies and are funded by Tourism Cares …
Sugar Beach Resort is offering a Family Summer Adventure package for families looking to explore the wonders of St. Croix. Families traveling with one or two children (ages 12 and under) will receive a special discount on their rooms rates and more. The resort’s 2-bedroom suites with full kitchens are the ideal family choice. When …
Home to the largest Carnival in the Caribbean, Trinidad & Tobago is welcoming revelers from around the world to experience the island’s rich heritage. With multiple festivals celebrating the nation’s music, literature, culture and religion, travelers are in for an experiential treat like no other. Jazz Week (International Jazz Day) – June 23-28 Trinidad & …
Charles Vos has been named the new general manager of Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino in Bonaire. An accomplished hotelier in The Netherlands, where he worked for 20 years, he relocated to Bonaire three years ago. He came to Divi Resorts from The Sand Dollar Condominium Resort in Bonaire, where he was manager. “Charles’ …
The family owned Bolongo Bay Beach Resort on St. Thomas is a flip-flop casual, fun resort where everyone knows your name. The property boasts 62 true beachfront rooms, and is recognized by Frommers as one of the “World’s 10 Best Beachfront Hotels.” Activities include complimentary non-motorized water sports, scuba diving, catamaran sails, two oceanfront restaurants …
Maduro Dive Fanta-Seas, a leader in dive travel, is offering dive packages to nearly 40 countries worldwide. Currently there are over 225 resorts and adventure operators along with 50 liveaboard dive vessels in their “Select Dive Destinations” program. Maduro is currently offering the 6th & 7th nights free on their Bonaire dive package from $549. …
From the arrival of the Get All Right clipper ship in New York to chef demonstrations and cultural activities at Rum & Rhythm, Jamaica had much to celebrate last week during the annual Caribbean Week in New York City. After leaving Jamaica’s Errol Flynn Marina on May 24, the ‘JAMAICA Get All Right’ clipper arrived …
A long-time Jamaican tourism professional received the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO)’s highest honor for a virtual lifetime of dedicated service to country and region. The former director general of tourism for Jamaica, Carrole Guntley, whose career in both the public and private sectors spanned four decades, was presented with the prestigious CTO’s Lifetime Achievement Award …
Bolongo Bay Beach Resort is celebrating its own 40th anniversary by sharing the love with couples who marry there this August. The fun and intimate resort’s Paradise Wedding Package is specially discounted 40 percent for weddings this August, which is also recognized as “Romance Awareness Month. ” Bolongo Bay Beach Resort is making it easier …
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) have created a partnership to establish and promote health and safety protocols and practices in the tourism workplace in the region. The CTO secretary general and chief executive officer, Hugh Riley, the executive director of CARPHA, …