Tourism Summit Meant to Spark New Partnerships and Growth for Small Businesses

In a move to invigorate the local tourism sector.

In a move to invigorate the local tourism sector, the Virgin Islands Department of Tourism hosted its first-ever summit at the Westin Resort at Frenchman’s Reef, marking what speakers said was a significant step toward bridging the gap between small business operators and the tourism industry in an effort to foster collaboration and growth.

The summit saw the convergence of about 100 public and private sector members, business representatives, and industry experts. They gathered to discuss and strategize on critical issues such as the state of Caribbean tourism, expanding the tourism product, leveraging social media for business partnerships, and understanding U.S. tourism trends.