Grenada Hosts 2024 Caribbean Tourism Conference: Redefining Sustainable Tourism

Published on April 8, 2024

As the Caribbean region braces itself for the imminent Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Sustainable Tourism Conference, slated to occur in St. George’s, Grenada, from April 22 to 24, 2024, a glance back to the 2011 conference held in Hamilton, Bermuda, offers insight into the journey of sustainable tourism in the area.

The upcoming conference, co-hosted with the Grenada Tourism Authority, is geared towards examining the essential elements represented by the 5 Ps: People, Planet, Prosperity, Purpose, and Partnership. With a focus on these pillars, participants will delve into tactics and initiatives aimed at cultivating a Caribbean tourism industry that is more resilient, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable.

At the forefront of this gathering is Adam Stewart, the Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International, who is set to deliver a keynote address. The event has garnered considerable attention, boasting a distinguished lineup of speakers poised to contribute to discussions on advancing sustainable practices within the region’s tourism sector.

With a focus on collaboration, innovation, and purpose-driven initiatives, the conference seeks to catalyze transformative action and collective efforts towards achieving a more sustainable and prosperous future for Caribbean tourism, leaving a lasting impact on the region’s environmental and socio-economic landscape.