GEARED TOWARDS ECONOMIC GROWTH IN THE TOURISM SECTOR

St. George: Further to the Republic Bank-sponsored one-day Business Summit themed: "Fast Forward Together, Reigniting Growth" held last month, the Bank facilitated another forum on Thursday, May 23rd, aimed at stimulating private sector activity in the area of sport fishing. The presenter on this occasion was Dr. Ellen Peel, President of the Bill Fish Foundation, Fort Lauderdale, USA, and President Obama's Commissioner for Recreational fishing.

MINISTER OF TOURISM CIVIL AVIATION & CULTURE RECEIVES WARM WELCOME FROM THE UK SANDALS TEAM

St. George -- Tourism Minister Alexandra Otway-Noel received a warm welcome from the London-based Sandals team during her recent visit to that city. She considered it an honour to meet with Mr. Karl Thomson, who is the Managing Director of Unique Vacations. Also present at that meeting were members of his marketing, sales and public relations teams.

TRUE BLUE BAY RESORT SELECTED AMONG CARIBBEAN'S BEST SMALL HOTELS

Grenada – Caribbean Journal continues its Best of the Caribbean series with a look at the small hotel properties that make the Caribbean tick — particularly those of 50 rooms or less. While the Caribbean has superb luxury resorts and all-inclusives, it has an array of small, charming boutique properties that offer a laid-back yet luxurious experience.

ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE OF FLAMBOYANT HOTEL & VILLAS CERTIFIED BY EARTHCHECK

St George – The high standard of environmental performance practiced by Flamboyant Hotel & Villas has been recognized by EarthCheck; the world's leading certifier of travel and tourism organisations.