Tobago has been accepted as a member of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Cruise Committee.
In a media release, the Division of Tourism, Culture, Antiquities, and Transportation described the achievement as a historic moment for Tobago.
This is the first time a sitting Secretary of Tourism from Tobago has been appointed to serve on a CTO Committee. It stated that this marks a significant milestone for the island’s cruise sector and further demonstrates THA Secretary of Tourism Tashia Burris’ continued successful advocacy for Tobago at the regional and international level.
The release explained that the CTO Cruise Committee plays a crucial role in shaping regional cruise strategies and policies, fostering collaboration among member states to drive sustainable sector growth.
Through this platform, Tobago will work alongside other Caribbean destinations to lead the strengthening of relationships with cruise lines, ensuring that the region remains a premier and competitive choice for cruise tourism.