Photo courtesy: MPE Caribbean Report Newsletter Caribbean Week in New York, held June 16-21, 2024, at the InterContinental New York Times Square, lived up to its expectations and offered delegates from the region and in the marketplace engaging discussions, networking, and a wholesome celebration of the rich cultural diversity of our region. Held under the […]
Photo courtesy: Caribbean Tourism Organization By Caribbean Tourism Organization NEW YORK (June 25, 2024) – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) celebrated the winners of the 2024 prestigious Caribbean Media Awards, presented at a luncheon event held during Caribbean Week in New York at the InterContinental New York Times Square last week. Celebrating excellence in journalism, […]
Photo: Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Oneidge Walrond addressing the stakeholders at the meeting on Tuesday. Courtesy: Department of Public Information By Department of Public Information With major events like the ICC T20 World Cup semi-finals on June 27th and a packed schedule of events ahead, Guyana’s tourism industry has a crucial opportunity to […]
Photo: Prime Minister Mark Phillips at the ceremony at Enmore, East Coast Demerara on Sunday. Photo courtesy: Department of Public Information. By Department of Public Information Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has underscored the steadfast commitment of the PPP/C Government in advocating for the rights of workers nationwide, ensuring they are treated with the […]
Editorial credit: Rotorhead 30A Productions / Shutterstock.com The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) is set to host an imperative panel discussion titled “Haiti Now: Development Priorities and Interventions” on June 18, 2024 at 8:30 am, during its 54th Annual Meeting in Ottawa, Canada. Haiti currently has a young labor force, vibrant diaspora, fertile land, and geographic […]
Today, the St. Kitts Tourism Authority announces the appointment of Kelly Fontenelle as CEO, effective 1 July. In this role, Fontenelle will lead international marketing efforts for the destination, focusing on travel trade and airline relationships; orchestrate strategic plans across earned, paid and owned media; foster lucrative partnerships; and facilitate effective stakeholder communication. Fontenelle will also […]
Photo courtesy: Ajamu Photography By Lyndon Taylor Romain Virgo’s electrifying performance at the Crown Hill Theatre in Brooklyn as part of his US tour for “Gentle Man” was nothing short of mesmerizing. The reggae artist captivated the audience with a solid 1 hour and 25-minute set that left everyone spellbound and craving for more. From […]
Photo: Roger Archibald, Esq. By Pearl Phillip Listen to the interview with Roger Archibald, Esq. here: In an enlightening conversation, we welcomed Roger Archibald Esq, the newly appointed President of the West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA). With a career spanning over three decades, Archibald brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted connection to […]
Photo: (second from right): Chief Investment Officer at the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr Peter Ramsaroop. Department of Public Information By Department of Public Information The government’s ongoing transformative development is ensuring a successful and sustainable future for Guyana, which in turn, will propel the overall development and prosperity of the Caribbean region. This was […]
Photo courtesy: Shutterstock 5 tips for traveling with health conditions (Family Features) From staycations and road trips to Caribbean getaways and coastal cruises, summertime offers the chance to escape and unwind with a much needed (and deserved) vacation. However, for people living with health conditions like heart disease or stroke, leaving home can pose special […]