SLHTA Attends Launch of the 'Collections de Pepites'
On Wednesday 16th March 2022, the SLHTA were invited to the launch of the Collections de Pepites by the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism. In attendance from the SLHTA was President Paul Collymore, Director of Small Properties Mr Dean La Force, Chairperson of the Villa sector Marella Devaux and Executive Assistant to our CEO, Juliet Sutherland. Minister for Tourism Honorable Dr Ernest Hilaire unveiled the brand to stakeholders and Tourism Industry personnel.
President Collymore said “The launch of Collection de Pepites was opportune, and provides a robust competitive advantage for the destination and our wide-ranging accommodation sector. We are appreciative of the work done by the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) and all stakeholders involved, to develop and launch Collection De Pepites, with world-class accommodation standards. This initiative provides added sustainability for our existing airlift and future airlift opportunities into the destination.
Well done to all involved with the launch and best of success to the participating properties with this brand.”
Chairperson of our Villa Sector, Marella Devaux stated “As chairperson of the Luxury Villa Sector of the SLHTA it was an honor to represent our members and sector at the launch of the Collections de Pepites. We are excited that the St. Lucia Tourism Authority through this new branding, recognizes the unique experience offered by Villas and its importance to the accommodation sector and overall St. Lucia Tourism product. We look forward to continuing to work closely with the St. Lucia Tourism Authority and the SLHTA and offer our support as the new promotional / advertising campaigns are created specifically for Collections de Pepites. Showcasing to the world our beautiful luxury villas where guests are able to create their perfect St. Lucia Luxury Villa experience...Read More
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Routes America 2022 sparks greater enthusiasm for Saint Lucia's Tourism Product
Tourism Officials from Saint Lucia participated in the fifteenth annual route development forum - ‘Routes America 2022’, from February 15th-17th at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.
The high-level conference brought together tourism executives, airlines, airports, and tourism authorities to discuss air service strategy and cost-effective route propositions. The primary intention of Saint Lucia’s delegation was to continue strategically positioning the destination, strengthening, and building new partnerships with the airlines, and ensuring that connectivity is sustained.
The delegation was led by the Chief Executive Officer of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority- Lorine Charles-St. Jules. She was accompanied by the Chairman of the Authority’s Airlift Committee –Paul Collymore, Research and Planning Manager -Roselieu Augustin, and Senior Manager with responsibility for Business Development and Corporate Communications at the Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority- Mr. Gasper George.
The 2022 Routes America conference served as a pivotal platform for stimulating the continued recovery of Saint Lucia’s tourism product. Very topical was the Hewanorra International Airport Redevelopment Project, new and emerging international accommodation brands, and immersive offerings of the destination...Read More
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Workshop Reminder
Thursday March 31st 2022
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Saint Lucia Paints New York with Culture and Shares Immersive Experiences
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) is joined by four ancillary service providers, representing Brand Saint Lucia at the New York Travel and Adventure Show.
Dubbed ‘The Largest Travel Trade and Consumer Show in North America’, pre-pandemic the event welcomed more than 35,000 attendees with over 750 exhibitors from more than 175 countries, making it the largest travel trade and consumer show in North America.
With the global travel context moving towards a full recovery from the pandemic, it is an opportune time to continue positioning the destination’s global prominence. Team Saint Lucia is placing special focus on the island’s authentic and immersive experiences throughout our communities, and our focus niches, which include romance, adventure, culinary, wellness, family, accommodations, and much more.
Presently, out of the United States, Saint Lucia welcomes daily direct flights with JetBlue from New York’s JFK and weekly flights from New Jersey with United Airlines and JetBlue. The Destination also welcomes direct service from Miami, Boston, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Chicago, Dallas, and Atlanta.
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Lo Tide Café returns to Bay Gardens Resorts
Immerse your senses in the delightful aromas of our newly reopened Lo Tide café’. Enjoy delicious sweet and savory treats served with one of our specialty coffees or local teas. Located poolside opposite Pebbles bar at Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa, this grab and go gem is opened daily to satisfy all your sweet or savory cravings.
Experience an array of mouthwatering desserts from double chocolate cake, Jam stuffed donuts, chocolate chip cookies, assorted quiche, and lots more. All treats are prepared fresh daily with no added preservatives and caters to all dietary needs including gluten and dairy free options.
Visit us today for a warm welcome sure to satisfy your heart and tastebuds.
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Build Capacity to Deliver your own Food Safety & HACCP Training
“HACCP Level 3 Certification & Food Safety Trainer Workshop”
Audience: Hotels, Restaurants & other Catering Businesses
Workshop Date: April 11th, 12th & 13th April
Maintaining excellent food safety standards is a mandatory requirement for all catering operations because if left unchecked, the consequences in cost, litigation and reputational damage can be catastrophic and can take significant time and expense to rectify.
Implementation of a HACCP based Food Safety Management System is the recognized best in class standard for maintaining food safety in all hospitality catering operations. Furthermore, it is now a legal requirement for food handlers, in many countries to receive the equivalent of Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene training, on a recurring basis, while working in in any setting where food and drink is cooked, prepared or handled.
This capacity building workshop is designed to formally HACCP certify one or more of your key F&B personnel and equip them with the knowledge & tools to deliver the required Food Safety and Hygiene training to your operational staff on an ongoing basis.
Successful participants of this workshop will:
- Achieve the RSPH (Royal Society for Public Health) accredited Level 3 Award in HACCP.
- Acquire the knowledge to design, implement and maintain a HACCP Food Safety Management System for your respective business.
- Acquire the knowledge to deliver the Level 2 Food Safety, Hygiene Standards and HACCP Awareness training for all F&B line employees through the Institute of Hospitality endorsed Train the Trainer element of this workshop.
- Be provided with all presentation material, assessments & handouts to successfully deliver the Level 2 and subsequent refresher training for line employees.
For more information:
Places are limited and registration must be completed before the 30th March 2022.
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