Nation World News: Saint Lucia, venue of the WTA Caribbean & Americas gala

The WTA, the World Travel Awards, has revealed that the island paradise of St. Lucia will host their 2023 Caribbean and Americas Gala Ceremonies.

Leading figures in the industry from across the country will attend the red carpet reception on August 26, 2023.

The VIP evening at Sandals Grande St. Lucia will mark the culmination of World Travel Week 2023, a week-long celebration of the global travel and tourism industry, and a series of events to bring together and generate industry thought leaders. discussion about key issues.

The week will also include a President’s reception on the eve of the World Tour’s awards ceremony.

Graham Cooke, founder of the World Travel Awards, says ‘I am proud to introduce the host of St. Lucia to our 2023 Caribbean and Americas Gala Ceremony, on our historic 30th anniversary. Saint Lucia is helping spearhead recovery travel and tourism in the Caribbean, and I’m delighted to capture this island as a crucial part of our anniversary tour.’

He added: ‘The World Travel Awards has maintained its position as an industry leader for 30 years, consistently proving its value as a global benchmark for recognizing excellence in travel and tourism. I look forward to joining the most famous figures in the travel industry across the Caribbean and the Americas for what promises to be a fabulous event, recognizing those who are spearheading the growth of travel and tourism in the region.

Blessed with nature, Saint Lucia is a destination of stunning beauty, with rolling mountains rising magically from the blue sea, paradisiacal beaches, rich forests and a rich cultural heritage.

Ernest Hilaire, St. Lucia’s Minister of Tourism, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture and Information, says, “We are excited to host the most prestigious 2023 World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony and join forces with the global industry and the tourism industry for the 30th anniversary Celebrating the World Travel Awards The impact that travel and tourism have on our island economy cannot be underestimated.

Lorine Charles-St Jules, CEO of the St. Lucia Tourism Authority, expressed her excitement about the association of the authority with the World Travel Awards brand. She commented: ‘This will be an incredible boost for our tourism sector as we strive for excellence in the hospitality industry. We welcome our favorite guides from all over the world and immerse them in the hospitality and culture of our incredibly beautiful island.