Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – The Caribbean tourism industry continues to lead the region’s economic recovery but faces formidable challenges, according to the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA).

As the world continues to embrace the allure of travel, Grenada is poised to experience a continued boost to its tourism sector, fueled by an increase in airlift capacity and a growing interest in the island’s rich culture and festivities.

MIAMI, FL – Unique Vacations Inc. (UVI), an affiliate of the worldwide representative of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, has launched its newly transformed online Sandals Training Program, aimed at educating, empowering and growing their family of trusted travel advisors.

After four decades of service to the Jamaican tourism industry, Donnie Dawson, the retiring Deputy Director of the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), understands the value of professional travel advisors to the future growth of the sector and is stressing the importance of maintaining strong relationships with the network of travel agents.

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands – The Ministry of Health in the Turks and Caicos Islands says that effective April 1, the territory will not longer mandate travelers to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 on entering.

As Caribbean delegations continue their work to encourage airlines to increase flights to and within the region, American Airlines has given the nod to St. Kitts by adding flights to the destination this summer.

Philippe Bayard, CEO of Sunrise Airways – Haiti’s hometown airline – has added his voice to the call for reform of the Caribbean’s aviation taxation system, which he believes is hindering the growth of intra-regional air travel.

NASSAU, Bahamas – Prime Minister Phillip Davis says the construction of a multi-million dollars airport in Cat Island is part of a larger plan to boost investments and revitalize the island.

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands – The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA)  is expecting air travel to the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island to increase as passengers traveling to the territory through St Maarten will see a significant reduction in the in-transit fees at the Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA).

GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Guyana has welcomed the arrival of the British Airways flight from London with government saying it underscores its aggressive policy-driven approach to development and heavy investments.

The Curaçao Tourist Board (CTB) has announced that its target of welcoming a record 525,000 visitors to the island in 2023 is within reach, following a strong start to the year.

New nonstop interCaribbean Airways flights between Barbados and St. Kitts are being hailed by tourism stakeholders as a step in the right direction to solve to the connectivity challenges facing the region.