Against a backdrop of ongoing volatility in the global travel industry, the dual-island Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda is executing a targeted strategy to expand its tourism footprint, moving far beyond its traditional source markets to tap into high-growth regions across the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Latin America. Charles Fernandez, the country’s Minister of Tourism, outlined the ambitious agenda in an exclusive interview conducted during the 44th iteration of the Caribbean Travel Marketplace, where hundreds of regional and international tourism stakeholders gathered this year to discuss industry trends and partnership opportunities.
Antigua and Barbuda making big push into new tourism markets in Middle East, Asia and Africa
