The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has unveiled partnerships with leading industry stakeholders and sponsors for the forthcoming Caribbean Sustainable Tourism Conference (STC 2024). This conference, set for April 22-24, is coordinated by the CTO and will be held in Grenada, in collaboration with the Grenada Tourism Authority.
Key participants for STC 2024 include major companies such as LINK Strategic Partners, Little Caribbean NYC, Royal Caribbean International, Silversands Grenada Beach Resort, and Six Senses La Sagesse Grenada Resort. The conference will also feature partnerships with interCaribbean Airways and Virgin Atlantic as airline partners.
Supporting the Caribbean Sustainable Tourism Awards are the Grenada Hotel and Tourism Association, Grenada Investment Development Corporation, the International Institute of Tourism Studies at the GW School of Business, and the World Sustainable Travel and Hospitality Awards.
The event has garnered media support from outlets like Breaking Travel News, Caribbean Broadcasting Union, Caribbean Media Corporation, and Wanderlust.
Dona Regis-Prosper, CTO’s Secretary-General and CEO, expressed appreciation for the cruise line’s support, stating, “We are delighted to have Royal Caribbean as a sponsor for our Sustainable Tourism Conference. The company’s commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable tourism perfectly aligns with the objectives of our conference, and we eagerly anticipate showcasing their exemplary practices to our delegates.”
Demonstrating its dedication to sustainability, Royal Caribbean is set to host a series of special events at STC 2024. These include a first-of-its-kind sustainability ship tour and an onboard luncheon aboard the Explorer of the Seas. Delegates will have the opportunity to learn about the ship’s energy efficiency and environmental initiatives from experts. The tour will offer insights into the Engine Control Room operations and the ship’s comprehensive waste management processes, operational every day of the year.
“Royal Caribbean Group is thrilled to support the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Sustainability Conference,” expressed Wendy McDonald, Regional Vice President, Government Relations, Caribbean, Royal Caribbean Group. “We are keen to foster meaningful collaboration with our destination partners to advance sustainable solutions across the Caribbean that not only preserve our planet but also energize local communities.”
Under the theme of “The 5 Ps – People, Planet, Prosperity, Purpose, and Partnership,” STC 2024 will tackle critical issues impacting Caribbean tourism and encourage cooperation among stakeholders to advance sustainable practices. The conference aims to inspire significant discussions and launch initiatives that will positively influence the regional tourism landscape.
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