DESTINATIONS STANDS WTM PREVIEW LEFT:
Tobago – limbo
dancing RIGHT:
Dominican Republic
– Carnival character
CARIBBEAN
w BOOGIE ON DOWN, TOBAGO-STYLE The Caribbean section will be giving Asia a run for its money with glittering costumes and elaborate performances. For one of the best check out the Tobago booth (CA250), where you’ll find traditional music and dancing every day at 5pm – expect drums, the limbo and a whole lot of sequins that’ll give you serious cravings for carnival.
w MEET A CRICKETING LEGEND AND WATCH BAJAN COOKING Barbadian former cricketer Sir Garfield Sobers – considered one of the greatest players of his time, and knighted by the Queen for his services to the sport – will be on the Barbados stand (CA220) from 11am-4pm every day, so stop by for some inspiring tales. And stay on if you’re feeling peckish as Barbadian chef Michael Harrison will be cooking Bajan delights throughout the event, from 3pm-4pm each day, and there’ll also be a range of free healthy beverages available during a daily happy hour to promote the destination’s upcoming focus on wellness.
w GET UP TO SPEED ON THE BAHAMAS Looking to learn a thing or two? Head to the Bahamas stand (CA150) at
If you’re feeling
peckish, Barbadian chef Michael Harrison will be cooking Bajan delights throughout the event
Best of the rest
w The Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CA260) will be hosting ‘Sunset Hour’ from 4.30pm-6pm on Wednesday, offering Caribbean-inspired food and drink and networking opportunities.
w Jamaica (CA120) will be sharing updates on the soon-to- launch Global Resilience & Crisis Management Centre over exotic cocktails at 5pm on Monday.
4.45pm on Wednesday for a 10-minute agent training session designed to show you the 16 main islands of the archipelago in a whistle-stop tour. While you’re here try your luck at winning a competition – Atlantis Paradise Island, Melia Nassau Beach and Grand Hyatt Baha Mar will be offering an array of glitzy prizes, with hotel stays on the agenda.
w SNAP A SELFIE WITH THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC’S CARNIVAL CHARACTER The Dominican Republic will be unveiling a new-look stand (CA300) at this year’s WTM and promoting the island’s golf, luxury and adventure angles. Pick up a free sun hat to bring a slice of summer to your winter wardrobe, and say hello to the on- stand carnival character, complete with devilish mask and colourful feather headdress.
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w Grenada (CA265) will be dishing out chocolate, spices and other treats straight from the island at 4pm every day, plus there’s also a business card prize draw for reservations staff.
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