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Tourism Leadership Shake-up: Tourism Minister Kishore Shallow says SVGTA CEO Annette Mark was “hand-picked” in 2024 after a recruitment process was “circumvented,” while Shafia London is now appointed CEO effective 1 July on a three-year contract, with a results-driven, inclusive mandate to grow arrivals and exceed visitor expectations. Tourism Momentum & Strategy: SVGTA reports strong Q1 2026 growth with 196,513 visitors and yachting up 5.1%, as the authority pivots toward targeted, higher-value tourism rather than chasing mass crowds. Go Grenadines for August: A new “Go Grenadines Passport” (EC$100 voucher) launches to boost domestic travel in the low-peak month, with island-specific packages for accommodations, dining, tours and culture. Cruise Tourism Debate: The government’s 30-year Kingstown cruise terminal lease with Global Ports Holdings is branded a “no-brainer,” but critics warn it could amount to a long-term takeover of a key national asset. Carnival Travel Demand: Hotels are reportedly at 100% occupancy ahead of Vincy Mas, with limited availability for late bookings. Border & Safety Moves: Grenadines immigration checks are set for digital upgrades, and Vincy Mas 2026 brings stricter security—no glass bottles and a hard line against violence. Regional Context: PM Gaston Browne urges the U.S. to reconsider travel restrictions that could strain Caribbean economies and family ties. Health & Community: A regional blood donation push introduces “Blood Text” and a new donor website to improve voluntary turnout, especially among younger donors. Aviation Update: The missing HI-1145 aircraft en route to Tobago has been found with no loss of life, with authorities calling the investigation “very delicate.” Kids’ Tourism Camp: The Kids’ Tourism Summer Camp expands to multiple communities across mainland and Grenadines with hikes, field trips and tourism learning.

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Jun. 12, 2026

CTO and TEMPO Networks deepen 20-year Caribbean media partnership

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Jun. 12, 2026

CTO and TEMPO Networks Strengthen 20-Year Collaboration to Amplify Caribbean Tourism and Global Storytelling

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Jun. 1, 2026

Strong Turnout of Caribbean Tourism Ministers for Caribbean Week in New York

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Apr. 10, 2026

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada and the Bahamas participate in a capacity-building workshop towards a first World Heritage nomination

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TTW Picks Top 30 Wellness Tourism Destinations in Americas and Caribbean for 2026

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Rajah Caruth Named TEMPO Networks Brand Ambassador in Landmark Partnership with St. Vincent & the Grenadines

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Caribbean Tourism Shows Resilient Growth Amid Global Headwinds in 2025

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