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First Grand Turk Workshops completed under the theme: “Re-starting the Turks and Caicos Islands Cruise Industry”
#TurksandCaicos, December 7, 2021 – On December 2, 2021 The Ministry of Tourism, Environment, Fisheries and Marine Affairs, Culture and Heritage, Agriculture, Religious Affairs and Gaming along with the Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with Carnival Corporation hosted the first day of workshops on December 1st, 2021, for persons in the cruise industry of Grand Turk under the theme ‘Restarting TCI’s Cruise Industry.’
The session began with an invocation by Pastor Oscar Talbot, followed by a welcome by moderator Brian Been from the Ministry of Tourism. The morning session was facilitated by Carnival Corporation’s Mr David Candib, Vice President, Development & Operations, Global Port & Destination Development Group; alongside Ms Marie McKenzie – Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The lively discussion was centered around Destinations Partnering with the Cruise Industry – the model that works. Also, Ms Lilla Ferenci, Senior Manager, Product Development and Marketing at Carnival took part in the discussion guiding persons through the challenges and opportunities of shore excursions, expectations, insurance, and other aspects of cruise tourism.
The evening session was facilitated by Mr Luc Clerveaux, Deputy Director of the DECR, presenting on new Beach and Coastal Vending protocols, which drew much attention of the attendees. The sessions were well received as vendors were able to get further insight into the protocols.
Hon. Josephine Connolly, Minister of Tourism stated that “I am elated to see you all eager to continue the journey of professional development. With the ultimate goal being to increase visitor’s satisfaction alongside holistic investment in the industry by vendors and service providers on Grand Turk. These Workshops are a part of a mutual consideration by the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) and Carnival Corporation for the development
Updated: The workshops continued into December 2nd and Friday December 3rd with the following:
December 2, 2021 – Investment and Business Development 9:00 a.m. at Yellow Man Auditorium.
December 3, 2021 – Maritime and the Cruise Industry (vessel owners, captains, and crew only)
Held, 9:00 a.m. Turks & Caicos Islands Community College Auditorium.
The workshops were comprised of excursion operations, retail, and general business development. Please note only vessel owners, captains and crew are allowed for Day 3. Persons were encouraged to register based on their interests.
Covid-19 Protocols were strictly enforced.