The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is set to make a strong impact at Routes Americas 2025, the premier air service development forum in the region. Taking place from February 10-12 at Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas, the event will bring together key airline, airport, and tourism executives to explore new air connectivity opportunities and strengthen the Caribbean’s position in global travel markets.

Advancing Air Connectivity and Tourism Growth

With a dedicated booth at the event, CTO will provide a platform for its member destinations to engage in strategic discussions, conduct media interviews, and foster collaborations aimed at expanding regional and international air routes. The forum is expected to attract over 900 senior industry professionals, underscoring its significance for Caribbean tourism development.

Hosting Routes Americas 2025 is a landmark achievement for The Bahamas, further solidifying its reputation as a leading travel hub in the Caribbean. The influx of delegates will generate economic benefits across the local tourism sector, impacting accommodations, transportation, retail, and excursion services.

CTO’s Leadership in Shaping the Future of Caribbean Air Travel

As part of its active participation, CTO will host the official luncheon on February 10, where Chairman Ian Gooding-Edghill, who also serves as Barbados’ Minister of Tourism and International Transport, will share insights on strengthening regional airlift and ensuring the long-term sustainability of Caribbean tourism.

Additionally, CTO Secretary-General Dona Regis-Prosper will engage in high-level meetings with airline partners, advocating for increased intra-regional travel and enhanced global connectivity to Caribbean destinations. These discussions aim to attract new air service agreements, improve accessibility, and position the region as a top-tier destination for travelers worldwide.

She will also moderate a Ministerial Dialogue on “Shaping the Future of Caribbean Tourism”, featuring Minister Gooding-Edghill; Valérie Damaseau, President, Saint Martin Tourist Office; Kenneth Bryan, Deputy Premier & Minister for Tourism & Ports, Cayman Islands; and Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, The Bahamas.

A Pivotal Moment for Caribbean Aviation and Tourism

Routes Americas 2025 presents an invaluable opportunity for CTO and its member destinations to shape the future of Caribbean air service competitiveness. By fostering public-private partnerships and driving strategic airline negotiations, the event will serve as a catalyst for tourism expansion and economic growth across the region.

Following the forum, CTO’s Board of Directors and Ministerial Council will convene on February 13 at Atlantis Paradise Island for their first official meetings of the year. These sessions will focus on implementing key strategies discussed at Routes Americas, ensuring continued progress in Caribbean aviation and tourism development.

“Strengthening air connectivity to and from the Caribbean requires a unified approach between aviation and tourism stakeholders. Routes Americas 2025 offers an invaluable platform to foster deeper collaboration, unlock new opportunities, and build strategic partnerships that will drive strengthen our aerial highways and bolster sustainable tourism growth and economic prosperity for our region,” said Regis-Prosper.

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