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for their work in the industry. The greatest achievement to date came through the World Travel Awards, which is recognized around the globe as the travel industry’s highest accolade, celebrates companies, organizations, and brands that “are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence in product and service. Carib World Travel received two nominations, Caribbean’s Leading Travel Agency and Caribbean’s Leading Destination Management Company, copping the award for the latter. “It was a privilege to have Antigua and Barbuda host the Caribbean and North American leg of the Gala. One thing I felt especially good about is the company I was in, meaning all of the other awardees are people that I admire and respect, and it is great to have Carib World Travel be a part of that fraternity.” Pamela recognizes that not everyone in the travel industry has been as successful as Carib World Travel, but she believes that regional Governments can do more to support the sector. “It is not a handout, it is really an investment and a cause that should receive maximum support. I also think that there should be more training and scholarship opportunities across the industry to help improve the skills set and build the capacity of the persons involved.”

The accomplished businesswoman also shared that as a region we must learn to complement, as opposed to compete with, each other. Noting that theworld sees us as one, in spite of our uniqueness and so we must become a formidable force in order to attain true regional integration and economic success. In the coming months, Pamela plans to attend more tradeshows with the aim of augmenting her company’s public image and improve the understanding of the use of social media and information management. Pamela believes that it is important to know what you want in bsuiness, and then make the sacrifice with confidence and dedication to achieve it. With this mindset, it is no wonder that Carib World Travel is changing the face of regional destination management.

Contact: A. Pamela Arthurton Co-owner & Managing Director Carib World Travel Woods Centre & Mahogany Dr., St. John’s, ANTIGUA & BARBUDA Web: www.carib-worldtravel.com Email: arthurtonp@carib-world.com Tel: 268-480-2999

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