Caribbean Week in New York to get underway in June – CTO
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, (CMC)– The Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Monday said that Caribbean Week in New York 2025 (CWNY 2025) this June will offer an unparalleled platform to engage with key stakeholders and showcase brand commitment to Caribbean tourism.
The June 1-6 event at The Westin New York at Times Square will provide for high-visibility exposure during Caribbean-American Heritage Month.
“There is no better time than now for the Caribbean to come together, strategise, and create sustainable pathways for the future of our tourism industry,” said CTO Secretary General, Dona Regis-Prosper.
Prosper, who is also he CTO’s chief executive officer, said Caribbean Week in New York provides “a valuable opportunity for us to showcase the strength, resilience, and unique offerings of our region while fostering deeper connections with our diaspora and key industry players.”
The event is being held under the theme “Caribbean Resilience: Crafting Tomorrow’s Tourism” and will feature “dynamic discussions, cultural celebrations, and industry networking, including the Caribbean Media Marketplace, Caribbean Media Awards, leadership forums, artificial intelligence panels, and CTO’s high-level business meetings”.
The CTO said that additional activities include the CTO Foundation’s Jean Holder Scholarship initiative and the Caribbean Next-Gen Showcase, underscoring a commitment to the future of Caribbean tourism. The week also includes a session on the orange economy and the Caribbean Women’s Leadership Dinner and Awards.
“CTO is inviting sponsors to be part of this premier tourism event, providing an exceptional opportunity for brands to align with the Caribbean’s most influential industry gathering,” it said.