St. Kitts Highlights Tourism Stars at Annual Tourism Awards Banquet

St. Kitts Highlights Tourism Stars at Annual Tourism Awards Banquet

The 10th Annual Tourism Awards Banquet was held to honor the outstanding tourist businesses of this West Indies Island. Awards were given to local businesses and individuals who have made a significant positive impact on the development of the St. Kitts real estate and tourism industry in the past year.

The event, which was a collaboration between the St. Kitts Tourism Authority and the Ministry of Tourism and International Transport, was held at Brimstone Hill National Park and Fortress. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brimstone Hill Fortress was designed by British military engineers and built and maintained by African slaves, and it is one of the best preserved historical fortifications in the Americas. It provided a perfect scenic backdrop for this important tourism event.

CTO Chairman Senator and Minister of Tourism and International Transport Ricky Kerritt observed that the region has been going through a “challenging period” in recent years, but he expects to see a an increase in St. Kitts real estate sales and tourism in the near future. The event featured St. Lucia’s Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Senator Allen M. Chastanet who spoke about how the Caribbean can overcome the challenge of a recovering tourism economy.

Awards were given to local businesses and individuals who have made a significant positive impact on the development of the St Kitts real estate and tourism industry in the past year. Hotel of the Year was awarded to the Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, and the title of Restaurant of the Year was received by The Spice Mill. These awards help to raise the standard of service by creating encouragement and rewards for businesses who strive to enhance a visitor’s experience of the island.

The St. Kitts Annual Tourism Awards Banquet is part of the greater celebration that is St. Kitts Tourism Month, a series of events and activities held throughout the month of October to increase public awareness of tourism in St. Kitts. Some of the other featured events include a Heritage Treasure Hunt, a Fashion Show, and a Marketplace.

In the past, St. Kitt’s economy was focused more on the production of sugar. In recent years, the island has shifted its economic focus towards promoting tourism and luxury St. Kitts real estate. Rather than production, the service industry has become the most important player in St. Kitt’s economy. Sales of exclusive real estate in St. Kitts have increased over the years, with many people being drawn to this beautiful location.