Aug. 21-26 promotion features public pop-ups, WCMF ticket giveaways, ASTA participation, media engagements and a destination and festivals cocktail Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) is taking its Destination & Festival Promotion to St. Kitts and Nevis from Aug. 21-26, with a series of consumer, travel trade and media engagements designed to increase destination awareness and encourage travel to Dominica, particularly for the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), set for Oct. 23

Consumer activations, media engagements and travel trade meetings to strengthen destination awareness and encourage regional travel – Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) will undertake its annual destination sales mission in Trinidad from August 12–18, 2026, continuing its strategic engagement in one of Dominica’s key regional source markets to increase destination awareness and encourage travel to the Nature Island. The mission will engage Trinidadian consumers, travel trade p

Expanded Market Returns October 28–29 at Fort Young Hotel During Dominica's Independence Season – The GEMS Foundation is pleased to announce that registration is now officially open for the Second Annual GEMS Artisan Market (GAM), taking place Wednesday, October 28 and Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Fort Young Hotel from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. each day. Following a successful inaugural event, GAM returns this year with an expanded vision, offering a premier platform for

Campaign encourages Dominican residents to explore the island while supporting local tourism businesses The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has launched Staycation 2026, giving Dominican residents access to exclusive rates at participating hotels, guesthouses, attractions and tour operators across the island. The campaign encourages residents to spend time exploring Dominica while supporting local tourism businesses and communities. Staycation 2026 features a variety of acc

Award-winning Dominican artiste, songwriter and lead singer of Signal Band, Sheldon "Shelly" Alfred has successfully concluded his first official promotional visit to Grenada, using the opportunity to build relationships with the island's media, immerse himself in its vibrant culture and strengthen his growing presence in the Caribbean music industry ahead of his return for Spice Mas 2026. At the centre of the tour (from June 26th to 30th) was the promotion of his single "I

Flagship Tourism Awareness Program event to promote healthy living through free wellness services, expert-led sessions and interactive activities – The Ministry of Tourism and Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) will host its first Wellness Fair on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the UWI Global Campus under the theme "Be Well in Nature." As the flagship event of the 2026 Tourism Awareness Program, the fair will bring together wellness professionals, welln

The Dominica Hotel and Tourism Association (DHTA) has officially concluded Hike Fest 2026, bringing to a close six weeks of unforgettable outdoor adventures that invited residents and visitors alike to explore Dominica Beyond the Beaten Path. Originally scheduled for May 23, the final hike, "Echoes of the Maroons" at Jaco Flats, was successfully rescheduled and held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, serving as a fitting finale to this year's festival. Participants journeyed through

New itineraries and curated experiences invite families, couples and solo travelers to explore the Nature Island this summer – The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has launched “Summer the Nature Island Way,” a new seasonal travel initiative under its Nature of Love destination campaign. The initiative features eight curated itineraries designed to help visitors explore Dominica through adventure, wellness, culture and nature-based experiences. Developed as a practical p

Panel discussion to explore how wellness tourism creates opportunities for communities, businesses and residents across Dominica -The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) will host a panel discussion titled "Wellness Tourism in Dominica: A Destination That Benefits Everyone"; on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Jungle Bay Resort & Spa. The event forms part of the 2026 Tourism Awareness Programme, which is being observed under the theme "Wellness by Natur

Initiative supports destination competitiveness, community participation and sustainable tourism development – The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) today officially launched the 2026 Tourism Awareness Program during a press conference at the Discover Dominica Authority's Press Room, placing a spotlight on wellness tourism as a strategic area for destination growth and competitiveness. Observed under the theme "Positioning Dominica through Wellnes

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) celebrated leading storytellers, broadcasters and digital creators from the U.S. and Caribbean during the annual Caribbean Media Awards Luncheon, a signature event of Caribbean Week in New York. Sponsored by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, the luncheon honored outstanding journalism and content creation that showcase the Caribbean's people, culture, environment and evolving tourism landscape. “Great storytelling has the power to trans

Experienced Caribbean tourism marketing professional to lead strategic destination visibility and growth initiatives – The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has announced the appointment of Wendy Lake as Destination Marketing Manager, effective June 1, 2026. In this key leadership role, Wendy will oversee strategic marketing systems designed to elevate the Nature Island’s global presence and drive sustainable visitor growth. Wendy brings 16 years of extensive experience withi

The month-long initiative focuses on national site rehabilitation and positioning the island for global wellness tourism - Backed by a historic 15% surge in total visitor arrivals for 2025, the Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) have officially launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026 with a dual focus on global wellness positioning and a comprehensive national site-rehabilitation strategy. The island’s performance metrics show significant, sustained m

Gold sponsor presentation highlights record tourism growth, major infrastructure developments and sustainable tourism leadership — Dominica positioned itself as one of the Caribbean’s strongest-performing and fastest-evolving destinations during a high-level presentation at CHTA Marketplace 2026, where the island participated as a Gold Sponsor of the region’s leading tourism marketplace. The destination presentation was delivered by CEO and Director of Tourism Marva Williams

– The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA), and key industry stakeholders, has advanced its cruise sector strategy through targeted participation in two major industry events, Seatrade Cruise Global and CLIA Cruise360. At Seatrade Cruise Global, the cruise industry’s leading international conference, Grenada’s delegation engaged directly with senior cruise line executives and partners to reinforce relationships, communicate destination developments, and support long-term sector gr

Relay-style experience to combine sports and culinary arts while supporting education, agriculture, tourism, health and sports initiatives – The Tasty Treasures Heritage Relay was officially launched on Sunday, April 12, in Delices, introducing a new relay-style experience set for August 1, 2026. The event blends running and baking while supporting initiatives in education, agriculture, tourism, health and sports. The relay will open with the White River Leg in Delices, wh

The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has successfully concluded a high-impact Canadian market mission in Toronto reinforcing the destination’s presence within one of its key source markets through targeted trade, media and airline engagements. Led by Chief Executive Officer Stacey Liburd, alongside Director of Sales (Canada) Sekou Stroude and Marketing Executive Melinda Telesford, the mission focused on deepening strategic partnerships, expanding airlift opportunities and stre

Local tour guides in the Commonwealth of Dominica are securing their futures and gaining a competitive edge in the tourism industry through a specialised professional certification programme designed to boost their earning potential. From 13 April to 21 April 2026, practitioners affiliated with established local companies are undergoing intensive training that transforms them into expert stewards of the island's natural heritage. This initiative which focuses on enhancing the

The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) continues to strengthen regional ties with a recently completed sales mission to Barbados. This mission formed part of a continuous effort to strengthen regional ties and ensure Grenada remains a destination of choice, not only internationally, but regionally. The mission’s primary objective was to facilitate direct conversations with essential tourism stakeholders, including travel agents, corporate partners, and airline partners. These

Building on Grenada's momentum of recognition as one of the Caribbean’s premier yachting destinations, the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) successfully concluded a high-impact mission at the Palm Beach International Boat Show in West Palm Beach, Florida. Led by GTA’s CEO Mrs. Stacey Liburd and the Nautical Development Manager, Ms. Shanai St. Bernard, the delegation’s presence was a tactical move within the Authority’s broader strategy to cement the tri-island state of Grenada