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TCI’s Tanya Swann Receives Leadership Awards
#TurksandCaicosIslands – December 31, 2019 – ‘Tanya Swann is a true success story’
Beaches Turks and Caicos Resorts Villages & Spa’s (BTC) Tanya Swann was recently awarded the Sandi McCoy Award recognizing excellence in Sales Department Leadership at the Global Sales Conference hosted by Unique Vacations, a worldwide representative of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts. Swann was one of several sales managers awarded at the event which recognises the best in sales and marketing for Sandals in the Americas.
Swann’s latest accolade comes on the heels of her recent promotion at Beaches Resorts as Director of Sales, Groups and Conventions.
Speaking about her award and ongoing accomplishments on resort, Swann said; “I felt happy, elated and blessed to have been recognized for such an esteem Award as “Sales Manager of the Year” within the Sandals and Beaches chain throughout the Caribbean, I am indeed proud to be chosen and honored for such.”
Swann began working with Beaches Resorts in April 2004 as Secretary for Food and Beverage. Her tenacity and excellent work ethics led to a promotion as Executive Administrator to the General Manager. In (year) Swann joined the Sales department as an Administrative Assistant in the Sales Department. From there she was promoted to Senior Sales Executive, later Sales Manager and as of 2019 was named Director of Sales at Beaches Turks and Caicos.
Swann credits her rise within the company to mentorship and a willingness to learn and to tackle new challenges. Swann said she learned to adapt, took on additional roles, and was clear on where she wanted her career to go.
“In each position that I have worked in at BTC I was given the opportunity not just by management but also by the potential and success which they saw in me. Just like everything in life, sometimes it was not easy but it was worth it because it got me where I am today. What I have already done and what I will continue to do will determine where my next level of success will be.”
Over the years Swann has been a key lead in selling the Beaches Turks and Caicos brand to international partners; speaking at road shows, sales blitz and promotional events across the United States. Swann works closely with travel agents, airline representative s and Business Development Managers to promote the brand and the Turks & Caicos destination, to new and existing customers.
As Director of Sales, Swann also spearheads bookings and logistics for major resort and group-wide signature events such as Global Sales, Star Awards, World Travel Awards, and FAM trips. Swann was also instrumental in the opening of the Key West Village.
As for her advice to others looking to climb the corporate ladder of success within the hospitality, she noted; “Sometimes no matter how rough and challenging our lives may be, we must always take a moment and be proud of ourselves no matter what. God is indeed a good God, a faithful God and he allows us to be recognized when the time is right and not before as his timing is always the right one and the on time one.”
Beaches Turks and Caicos would like to congratulate Tanya Swann on her latest commendation, we continue to be proud of her accomplishments.
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Experience Turks and Caicos and Aquila Host Product Development Workshops to Strengthen Sister Islands Tourism
PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS – Experience Turks and Caicos, in collaboration with the Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence, successfully hosted a Product Development Workshop for tourism stakeholders from North Caicos, Middle Caicos, and South Caicos on Wednesday, January 14 and Thursday, January 15, 2026.
The workshop was designed to support tour operators, entrepreneurs, and tourism-related businesses as they adapt to the evolving demands of the global tourism industry. Participants engaged in hands-on exercises and structured sessions aimed at reimagining existing tourism products and developing new, innovative, and sustainable experiences that are market-ready and aligned with current visitor expectations.
Throughout the workshop, attendees were equipped with practical tools and strategies to develop high-impact tourism offerings, strengthen
product packaging and pricing, assess market readiness, and enhance value creation. Emphasis was also placed on collaboration, partnership development, and the promotion of sustainable practices to ensure that the Turks and Caicos Islands remain a fresh, competitive, and appealing destination. More than 20 participants representing tourism businesses across the islands took part in the training sessions.
“Experience Turks and Caicos has a responsibility to ensure that all communities across the Turks and Caicos Islands benefit from tourism. These workshops are designed to equip local businesses with the essential tools and knowledge needed to maximise the opportunities within the industry, and we look forward to supporting their continued growth,” said Mr. Paul Pennicook, Interim CEO Consultant.
Speaking on the importance of the initiative, Candesha Mills the Product Development Manager at Experience Turks and Caicos said: “We are actively working on destination development by supporting our stakeholders as they reimagine their products and experiences. Workshops like this are critical to helping businesses identify opportunities for collaboration, create bundled offerings, and develop cohesive tourism experiences that align with emerging trends and evolving visitor expectations.”
The workshops were facilitated by Ms. Ambra Attus, who guided participants through strategies for designing distinctive and engaging tourism experiences that resonate with today’s travellers.
She said: “Product development is where destinations truly define their identity, and these trainings are designed to help operators in North, Middle and South Caicos create experiences that are not only market-ready, but meaningful, high-quality, and rooted in what makes these islands truly special. These sessions reflect a forward-thinking commitment by Experience Turks and Caicos to invest in their people and in the long-term quality of the destination’s tourism product. Aquila is proud to be your training partner.”
The workshop also featured the Invest TCI MSME Team, who were on site with an information station available throughout both sessions. Stakeholders had the opportunity to engage directly with the team, gain insights into the MSME Programme, and learn more about the range of support services, incentives, and resources available to assist business growth and development.
Experience Turks and Caicos commended participants for their commitment to investing in their businesses and contributing to the continued enhancement of the destination’s tourism product. The organisation expressed appreciation for the active participation and innovative ideas shared during the session, which are expected to contribute meaningfully to the sustainable growth of tourism in North and Middle Caicos and South Caicos.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Thursday, 5 February 2026: The Informal Settlements Unit (ISU), in collaboration with
partner agencies, coordinated a multi-agency enforcement exercise on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Silverado Wells in Five Cays. The exercise was led by the Crown Land Unit, pursuant to its statutory mandate under the Crown Land Ordinance to prevent squatting and encroachment on Crown land. The ISU coordinated the operation, with support provided by Immigration and Border Services, while the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force ensured security throughout the activity.
The enforcement action followed a series of inspections conducted by the Crown Land Unit throughout Five Cays, which identified an illegal concrete structure on the subject parcel. In keeping with the provisions of the Crown Land Ordinance, a Section 22 Notice of Illegal Occupation was posted on the structure. Following the failure of the responsible party or parties to comply within the prescribed timeframe, enforcement action was authorised.
The Informal Settlements Unit reiterates that these coordinated enforcement exercises form part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to uphold the law, protect Crown land, and manage informal settlements in a structured and lawful manner. Members of the public are reminded that unauthorised occupation and development on Crown land is unlawful and subject to enforcement action.
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