The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) has selected a “dynamic” and “outstanding” group of travel trade professionals within the United States to sit on the new ABTA (US) Travel Advisory Board for the term of September 2022/September 2023.
Board members, travel business owners in the Midwest, Southeast, East Coast, and West Coast of the US have been selected because of their strong relationships with the US Antigua and Barbuda Office of Tourism Authority, passion that they have for the destination and the important role they play in the travel industry.
Travel professionals have agreed to offer their assistance and guidance to ABTA for a period of one year as the Authority seeks to exponentially increase arrivals from the US market.
The Minister of Tourism of Antigua and Barbuda, Hon. Charles Fernandez, speaking at a dinner held at the Sandals Grande Antigua Resort to recognize the newly elected board members, said: “I feel privileged and honored to be in your company this evening because I know of your commitment – and your mission – to help our tourism. product grow.”
The minister thanked the group for their unwavering support especially over the last few years and for their partnership. “We benefit from your knowledge and expertise, so I would also like to congratulate those of you who have had a career of over 30 years in the travel industry and who are proud owners and managers in your respective field,” said the tourism minister. .
Commenting on the week, US Tourism Director Dean Fenton said: “The last few days have been very productive. The group has been engaged in strategic think tank sessions, producing big ideas that will help Antigua and Barbuda stand out and drive more business to the destination from the US.
The trade partners spent five days in Antigua, learning about the latest destination updates and exchanging ideas.
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Advisory Board Chair Brenda O’Neale said: “The real purpose and mission of the Board is to create real value for the destination as we look forward, not back, and present ideas that will allow the advanced uniqueness of Antigua and Barbuda to shine through. I am especially proud to be part of a team that cares deeply about Antigua and Barbuda tourism and the travel industry in general.”
The 2022/2023 Board Members are: Brenda O’Neale – Wedding and Honeymoon with this ring destination, Debra Brown – SmartBird World Travel, Susan Berman – Berman Travel, Terry Strauss – Dedham Travel, Niki Rakowitz – Care Travel, Edouard Jean – Massive Travel, Tom Varghese – Tom Travel and Donna Borrelli – Hamden Travel.
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