VI Tourism Summit set for Jan 16-17, 2025 @ Peter Island
The summit, according to a Government Information Service (GIS) press release today, Monday, January 6, 2025, will be hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development, in partnership with the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (BVITB) and the British Virgin Islands Yachting, Hotel and Tourism Association (BVIYHTA).
The event will bring together key industry stakeholders to discuss, share, and collaborate on shaping the future of tourism in the Virgin Islands.
Ms Sasha D.A. Flax, Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development, said the summit aims to foster meaningful dialogue that will inform the development of the National Tourism Policy.
“The Ministry and its partners are working tirelessly to make this event a success. As a territory that relies on tourism, we understand the need to be inventive, hence the tourism summit. This is your chance to engage with key stakeholders, share your insights, and collaborate on shaping the future of tourism in the Virgin Islands,” Ms Flax said.
Critical topics for discussion
Participants of the two-day tourism summit will have the opportunity to engage in dynamic panel discussions and breakout sessions, addressing critical topics such as ‘The Government's Role in Tourism’ and ‘Visitor Management and Tourist Experiences’.
Local and regional tourism experts will present at the summit, offering valuable insights into global trends and best practices.
Mr Clive L. McCoy, the Director of the BVI Tourist Board, expressed his support for the summit and highlighted its importance for all stakeholders in the tourism and hospitality sector.
Registration open
Mr McCoy also encouraged all stakeholders to register for the upcoming summit.
“You all have ideas and great contributions to make, and together, we can achieve a more vibrant and renewed tourism product that we all can feel proud of,” he said.
Meanwhile, Mrs Sharon P. Flax Brutus, Interim Executive Director of the British Virgin Islands Yachting, Hotel and Tourism Association, emphasised the critical nature of this event.
“The Virgin Islands Tourism Summit 2025 is a vital opportunity for all stakeholders, from the public and private sectors, to come together, share insights, and shape the future of our industry. Collaboration between the Government, the BVI Tourist Board, and the BVIYHTA is key to ensuring that the British Virgin Islands remains a premier destination,” she said.
Interested parties and stakeholders are encouraged to register for the summit by Wednesday, January 8, 2025, via https://forms.gle/LeC2tLp6B85uY9gq8 or by calling 284-468-2161 for more information.
12 Responses to “VI Tourism Summit set for Jan 16-17, 2025 @ Peter Island”
Rinse and repeat.
Tell them to collaborate Fisher's cove resurrection from Irma / Maria. It's the last locally own hotel on Virgin Gorda and they can't bring it back to its former glory is a damn shame. Handle your own first, then you can collaborate the BVI future.
Please hire a real Advertising agency in the USA to do this work and stop pretending we have any expertise in the BVI to do this work.