IN THE PICTURE Inspiring Women 1 Aspire’s sister title Travel Weekly hosted more than 30
female industry leaders at its Inspiring Women Retreat in Barbados last November, offering delegates networking opportunities and a chance to experience the country’s latest tourism developments. The event was hosted by
Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc and supported by Virgin Atlantic, Accord Marketing, Gold Medal and Inspire
Europe. Highlights included a speech by British-Barbadian businesswoman Karen Blackett CBE and an address by the island’s prime minister, Mia Mottley SC MP. Guests stayed at Colony Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Barbados. 4