Excitement is building for the upcoming second edition of the Global Tourism Resilience Conference, set to take place in the vibrant city of Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Scheduled for February 16 and 17, this two-day event promises a dynamic program featuring panel discussions, networking opportunities, presentations, and lively debates, all centered around the crucial theme of building resilience in tourism.
The conference will bring together a diverse group of experts, pooling their collective knowledge to address key issues related to future-proofing travel and tourism against disruptions. Founder of the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC) and Minister of Tourism in Jamaica, Edmund Bartlett, emphasized the significance of resilience in the industry, particularly in the post-pandemic era.
Global Tourism Resilience Day
Highlighting crucial topics such as ‘Building Tourism Digital Resilience,’ ‘Building Tourism Infrastructure Resilience,’ and ‘Women in Tourism Resilience,’ the conference aims to tackle various facets of ensuring the industry’s robustness.
Esteemed speakers, including the Most Honorable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica, and HE. Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of the UNWTO, will contribute their insights.
Notably, February 17 will mark the celebration of Global Tourism Resilience Day for the second time, following its official adoption by the United Nations on February 6, 2023.
The conference agenda also features a tourism resilience awards gala, acknowledging individuals and organizations making significant contributions to global tourism resilience.
Urgent need to prioritize tourism resilience
Professor Lloyd Waller, Executive Director of the GTRCMC, stressed the urgency of prioritizing tourism resilience, especially in the wake of the challenges posed by COVID-19. The event anticipates the participation of over 200 delegates from around the world, converging in the heart of Jamaica’s bustling tourism capital.
Director of Tourism, Jamaica Tourist Board, Donovan White, expressed enthusiasm about offering attendees a warm Jamaican welcome against the picturesque backdrop of the island. With the success of the first Global Tourism Resilience Conference held in Kingston at the University of the West Indies last year, all eyes are now on Montego Bay for another impactful gathering.
