Tourism officials remain optimistic about the prospects of rebuilding the industry, despite the obstacles posed by the eruption of La Soufriere volcano and the latest travel advisory issued by the United States.
Chief executive officer of the Barbados Hotel & Tourism Association (BHTA), Senator Rudy Grant, and Minister of Tourism Senator Lisa Cummins have both said the focus would continue to be placed on the planning for the rebounding of the industry.
In the case of the volcanic eruption, Grant said despite the ash, the majority of hotels were still operating, even if with “significantly reduced numbers”.
He said hotel occupancy had declined by 18 per cent. (GC)
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