The Tourism Industry Association of Trinidad and Tobago (TIATT) will join the global community in observing World Tourism Day on September 27th, under this year’s United Nations theme: “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.”
The 2025 theme highlights the need for tourism to move beyond recovery and growth, shifting instead toward resilience, equity, and long-term sustainability.
According to TIATT, this year’s observance serves as a timely reminder of the critical role tourism can play in national development if guided by the right policies and priorities.
“Tourism is more than travel. It’s the connection between people and place, and we must do so in a way that protects our land, uplifts our communities, and builds a future where every Trinidadian and Tobagonian benefits.”
TIATT calls on:
– Industry partners to adopt sustainable business practices, reduce waste, support local supply chains, and invest in green innovation.
– Government agencies to provide the regulatory environment, infrastructure, and incentives needed for sustainable tourism transformation while protecting our fragile ecosystems.
– Local communities and citizens to engage in preserving cultural heritage sites, and our country’s natural beauty in ways that respect and enhance their quality of life.
– International and domestic travellers to explore responsibly: respect local customs, reduce environmental impact, buy local, and choose sustainable options.
For Trinidad and Tobago to achieve its true potential in the Tourism Industry, marketing the destination will be essential as the twin island state offers Good mix of tourism activities and attractions.
About the Tourism Industry Association of Trinidad & Tobago (TIATT): TIATT is the umbrella organisation representing private sector interests in the tourism sector in Trinidad & Tobago. It supports sustainable, inclusive growth in tourism, advocating for policy, training, innovation, and collaboration among stakeholders.