HISTORIC GLOBAL TOURISM RESILIENCE CONFERENCE

In February 2023, Jamaica hosted the inaugural Global Tourism Resilience Conference, where more than 200 people from across the globe took part.

Amongst the guests present, there were academics, tourism boards, ministers of government, investment gurus and stakeholders in the tourism industry from Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Caribbean.

Hon. Edmund Bartlett said he is excited to have Jamaica at the forefront of such an important event in the tourism industry, and that he invites all those attending to share from their experiences as new methods of recovering from natural disasters such as Covid-19 are at the forefront of a resilient tourism practice.

not only understanding their responsibility to the guest but understanding and appreciating the differences in diversity that now constitutes the tourism background.”

Prof Lloyd Waller, the Executive Director of Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre said that one of the most important things to make tourism in Jamaica more sustainable and resilient is “ having a behaviour modification and having people be aware of how their action impacts the environment”

He added “tourists should be aware of their surroundings, respect place and space and keep in mind that the next traveller would like to have the same privilege as they did when arriving to the destination”.

In the closing session of the event, minister Bartlett announced that the 2024 Tourism Resilience conference will be held in Malaga, Spain and the event ended with a signing of a communique between the 2 countries that will facilitate cooperation in areas of tourism and human capital between them, this agreement being the first of its kind.

The conference culminated with the launch of a Global Tourism Resilience Day, on Feb 17, that is recognising the importance of global tourism resilience for sustainable growth and development across the globe.

Sustainability was also at the forefront of discussions, and when asked what Jamaica is doing in this direction, Mr Bartlett said “This is a time for reflection and we need to look at future-proofing the market and make sure that we provide a destination assurance for all travellers, so that they are safe, secure and have a seamless holiday.

We have developed a destination assurance policy that will bring all those involved in creating a holiday from manufacturers to agriculture and public transport together that, will in return be providing a good experience for our visitors. Most importantly we have outlined the human capital development, in order to train even more the workers of the industry so that they are

FINLAND INTRODUCES THE WORLD’S FIRST PHONE-FREE TOURIST ISLAND

Those travelling to the island of Ulko-Tammio, located in the Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park, will be asked to keep their phones away this summer.

The aim is to encourage holidaymakers to switch off their smart devices, take a break from social media and enjoy nature. Ulko-Tammio is believed to be the world’s first phone-free tourist island.

“The island of Ulko-Tammio, which is located off the coast of Hamina, will be a phone-free area this summer. We want to urge holidaymakers to switch off their smart devices and

The Quiet Site Brings Home Gold At The Visitengland Awards 2023

The Quiet Site has scooped gold at this year’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2023, having been named the top Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year.

The multi-award wining site, which boasts a stunning location in the fells overlooking Ullswater, first opened its doors to campers and caravanners 60 years ago. Over the past two decades sustainability has been the site’s focus, with both business and investment choices based on a desire to be fully sustainable, which has resulted in the site becoming one of the greenest holiday parks in the UK.

The Quiet Site is a multi-award winning carbon neutral holiday park, consisting of several accommodation options including a self-catering holiday cottage, luxury Glamping Cabins, timber Camping Pods, underground Glamping Burrows and carbon positive Gingerbread Houses. In addition, it offers all-weather tent pitches and hard standing pitches for caravans and motorhomes.

BRITISH MOTOR MUSEUM 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WEEK.

On 1 May 1993, the British Motor Museum, known at the time as the ‘Heritage Motor Centre’, opened its doors for the very first time. Purpose-built to hold the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust’s collections, the Museum was created with one goal, to preserve the motoring history of Britain, now and into the future.

To celebrate this milestone anniversary, the British Motor Museum is hosting a 30th Anniversary Celebration week from 14-20 August, packed with activities and events, featuring old favourites, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. A Raffle, which will raise funds for the Museum’s future plans, offers a rare opportunity to take a ride in one of five legendary vehicles from the collection, including Huey, the first pre-production Land Rover and the Ford Anglia from Harry Potter and the Chamber of to stop and genuinely enjoy the islands”, Mats Selin, an expert in island tourism at Visit KotkaHamina, explains.

The Eastern Gulf of Finland boasts plenty of beautiful islands awaiting explorers. Rugged islands, lush swimming spots and charming coastal villages are all characterised by nature, peace and the Baltic Sea.

For more information on travelling to Ulko-Tammio, please visit: www.visitkotkahamina.fi

The site’s facilities include a historic pub, a zero waste shop, pizzeria and creperie, games room and lots more.

For more information on The Quiet Site go to: www.thequietsite.co.uk

Secrets. Tickets cost just £5.

A selection of the Museum’s famous cars will be put through their paces around the Museum grounds from Monday to Friday in Cars on the Move, offering visitors the chance to glimpse them in action. On 14, 16 and 18 August, visitors will have the opportunity to ride in a range of vehicles driven by the Volunteer team, including the 1952 Riley RMA and the 1960 Standard Ensign.

For more information about the Museum, please call 01926 895300 or visit the website at: www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk.