Tourism, Antiquities & Creative Industries

The official account of the Tourism, Antiquities & Creative Industries, Tobago House of Assembly.

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Three days until the world turns its eyes to Tobago.

The Døds Diving World Tour lands in Charlotteville this Saturday for an adrenaline filled showcase of fearless dives, energy and pure excitement against the backdrop of the Greatest Little Island on the Planet.

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Today, we celebrate the incredible mothers and mother figures across the Division of Tourism, Antiquities and Creative Industries.

Thank you for your strength, dedication, care and the countless ways you continue to inspire those around you each day.

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

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Building Caribbean Tourism in Full Color — leadership, reality and action 🇧🇿🌎

Tourism leaders from across the region came together for a powerful ministerial roundtable at #STC2026, delivering a clear message — the future of Caribbean tourism must be practical, people-centered and rooted in our unique strengths.

Moderated by preeminent Caribbean broadcaster and media manager Julian Rogers, the discussion featured:

Anthony Mahler, Minister of Tourism, Youth, Sports & Diaspora Relations, Belize (pictured bottom right)
Orlando Habet, Minister of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management, Belize (top right)
Assembly Member Zorisha Hackett, Secretary of Tourism, Antiquities and Creative Industries, Tobago House of Assembly (top left)
Valérie Damaseau, Commissioner of Tourism & Culture, Saint-Martin (top center)
🔹 From plans to action — Ministers emphasized that strategies alone are not enough. The region must move beyond “plans on a shelf” and focus on implementation that delivers real results.
🔹 People at the center — Tourism success depends on communities. From youth engagement to local ownership and cultural connection, the Caribbean’s greatest asset remains its people.
🔹 Culture as core infrastructure — Authentic cultural experiences are not add-ons — they are central to the tourism product and what differentiates the Caribbean globally.
🔹 Sustainability as a lived reality — From protected areas and reef systems to waste management and climate resilience, ministers stressed the need to balance growth with preservation.
🔹 One Caribbean approach — Collaboration, shared learning and regional integration are essential to unlocking the full potential of Caribbean tourism.

The takeaway was clear: sustainable tourism is not a concept — it is a daily commitment that must live in our policies, our communities and our actions.
#OneCaribbean #CaribbeanTourism #STC2026

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Regenerative Tourism in Action: Practical Models for Coastal Communities 🌊🌱

At #STC2026, this session moved beyond theory to examine how Caribbean destinations are putting regenerative tourism into practice — with a clear focus on restoring ecosystems while centering people in the tourism system.

Featuring Zorisha Hackett, Secretary of Tourism, Antiquities and Creative Industries, Tobago (second from left); Javier Jacobs, Operations Manager, Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority; Kelly Fontenelle, CEO, St. Kitts Tourism Authority (right); and moderated by Dr. Sherma Roberts, Senior Lecturer in Tourism, The University of the West Indies.

The discussion highlighted an important evolution: from sustainability’s focus on preservation to regeneration’s emphasis on restoration and community-centered development.

🔹 Regenerative tourism shifts the focus from “profit and planet” to “people and planet” — placing communities at the center of tourism planning and benefits
🔹 The region can no longer rely on preservation alone — ecosystems that are already under stress must be actively restored and healed
🔹 Coastal and natural assets — from coral reefs and mangroves to rainforests — are critical to livelihoods and must be treated as living systems, not static resources
🔹 Community ownership is essential — from locally led tourism businesses to volunteer-driven conservation and decision-making structures
🔹 Education and awareness — starting from youth — are key to building long-term stewardship and sustained engagement
🔹 Partnerships and policy frameworks — including NGOs, private sector collaboration and targeted financing — are needed to scale impact

From coral reef restoration and ecosystem reserves to community-driven initiatives and policy innovation, the discussion reinforced a key point: regeneration is already underway across the Caribbean, but accelerating it will require stronger collaboration, financing and sustained action.
#OneCaribbean #CaribbeanTourism #STC2026

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#TourismThursday

Have you seen the new additions at #PigeonPointHeritagePark? 👀

Bright, clearly marked safety booms are now in place, helping to define designated swimming zones and create safer separation between sea bathers and watercraft.
#Tobago

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#TourismThursday

As we close off the month of April, we reflect on Tobago’s 2025/2026 cruise season, with 32 cruise calls and 37,753 passenger arrivals recorded.

#TobagoBeyond #CruiseSeason #ExploreTobago

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Get ready, Tobago! 🇹🇹 and SAVE THE DATE

#DØDSDivingLeague 2026 World Tour Tobago!
Witness the world’s top divers launch from dizzying heights in this jaw-dropping extreme sport known as Døds diving -where style, courage, and freefall collide.
Saturday May 23rd | Charlotteville

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The wait is over, Tobago!
The Tobago Heritage Festival 2026 is officially launching and this year, we’re telling the whole story.

“Leh We Tell The Whole Story”
🗓 Friday, May 8, 2026
🕞 3:30 PM
📍 Market Square Car Park ➡️ Scarborough Esplanade

#TobagoHeritageFestival #THF2026

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The Tobago Tourism Youth Congress 2026 returns, one of our flagship annual events.

Students compete for Junior Secretary of Tourism and a place at the CTO Regional stage.

June 26 | 9:30 a.m.
Scarborough Library

Come out and support your reps.

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The Division, in collaboration with other agencies, has installed in water safety booms at #PigeonPoint as part of ongoing upgrades to strengthen beach safety. These measures improve separation from watercraft, and support a safer marine environment for residents and visitors.

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The energy, the excitement, the community spirit… Mt Pleasant delivered an unforgettable Easter experience.

From thrilling races and family fun to standout moments that brought the entire community together, yesterday was a true celebration of what makes Tobago special.

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Today, we join the Christian community in reflecting on the sacrifice of Christ this Good Friday.

#GoodFriday #Faith #EasterSeason #Tobago

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From prohibition to recognition, the journey of the Spiritual Shouter Baptist community is a powerful reminder of what it means to stand firm in belief, to preserve culture, and to pass strength from one generation to the next.

Happy Spiritual Shouter Baptist Liberation Day!

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The “Sacred Echoes: Preserving the Voice of Our Ancestors” Exhibition was officially launched yesterday at the Scarborough Library, setting the tone for Spiritual Baptist Liberation Day 2026 observances.

The exhibition is open to the public until April 3, 2026. #SpiritualBaptist

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May this sacred celebration bring peace, joy and renewed hope to you and your families, and continue to inspire unity and compassion across our communities.

𝐄𝐢𝐝 𝐌𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐤.

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Ten-year-old, Standard Four student Arielle Waldropt of Hope Anglican School has emerged as the winner of the 2nd Annual Primary Schools Public Speaking Competition, held on Wednesday 18 March 2026 at the Anne Mitchell-Gift Auditorium.

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#TourismThursday

Students of St. Nicholas Private Primary School stepped into an immersive Tobago experience on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

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#TourismThursday

Earlier today, amidst busy schedules, Secretary of Tourism, Antiquities and Creative Industries, Assembly Member Zorisha Hackett, and Assistant Secretary, Assembly Member Niketa Percy undertook a working visit to Fort King George.

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Strong women build a stronger Tobago 💜

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women whose time, talent and passion continue to drive Tobago forward.

Because when women rise, Tobago rises with them.

#InternationalWomensDay #GiveToGain #WomenOfTobago #DTACITHA

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Today, the Division of Tourism, Antiquities and Creative Industries warmly welcomed our new Secretaries, Assembly Members Zorisha Hackett and Niketa Percy.

The Secretaries were greeted with a vibrant cultural display!