Anguilla Tourist Board

Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 - Toronto, ON - The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) made an exciting return to the Canadian market this week, meeting with travel trade industry representatives and media. Stacey Liburd, Anguilla’s Director of Tourism, and Kohn Richardson, Co-ordinator of International Markets, visited Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Quebec City where Director Liburd delivered an informative briefing and update highlighting the incredibly positive momentum Anguilla’s tourism industry is enjoying and announcing several compelling developments for 2025 and beyond.   In her remarks, Mrs. Liburd shared record-breaking arrival numbers, revealing that Anguilla had welcomed 98,052 visitors to the island from January through May 2024, of which 57,165 were stayovers. The increase in visitor arrivals for this period was positively impacted by the arrivals from both types of visitors; stay-overs and day-trippers. The growth in arrivals continues to be led by the island’s two largest source markets, the United States and Canada.   Mrs. Liburd identified increased accessibility and robust airlift as key components of Anguilla’s 2024 success to date, with American Airlines adding a third weekly flight from Miami, expanded private charter options, and increased intra-regional airlift from the likes of Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, St. Barth’s, and Antigua specifically contributing to making Anguilla more accessible than ever.

ANGUILLA VOTED #2 ISLAND IN THE CARIBBEAN & ATLANTIC AT CONDE NAST TRAVELER 2024 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS The Valley, Anguilla, October 3, 2024: Condé Nast Traveler has released the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with Anguilla recognized as the #2 Island in the Caribbean and Atlantic. The 2024 results are posted online this week and celebrated in the November print issue of the magazine. “We are delighted that Anguilla has moved from the #3 spot last year to the #2 position, a validation of our commitment to improving our on-island visitor experiences,” declared Mrs. Chantelle Richardson, Deputy Director of Tourism, Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB). “In addition to our spectacular beaches and exceptional cuisine, we have created a range of authentic experiences that allow our guests to delve into our rich culture and heritage. This vote of confidence from the sophisticated readers of this influential travel magazine is doubly welcome as we look forward to the upcoming winter season. On behalf of the ATB, we congratulate our tourism stakeholders and partners, who have all contributed to our success.” The full list of winners is published on Condé Nast Traveler's website at cntraveler.com/rca.

🌍 Happy World Tourism Day, Anguilla! Today, we join the global community in celebrating the power of tourism. Tourism has enriched us socially, culturally, and economically, preserving our unique heritage, and fostering connections across the world. ✨ Incredible beaches, culinary wonders, vibrant culture—Anguilla has it all! We're proud to share our island's beauty and rich history with visitors from near and far. 📅 Save the date: November 2025 marks the Anguilla Music Tourism Convention—a groundbreaking event showcasing the power of music, tourism, and our island's creativity. Let's continue to embrace tourism as a force for good, creating sustainable opportunities for future generations. Together, we can keep Anguilla's tourism thriving 🌟. #WorldTourismDay #Anguilla #SustainableTourism

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Anguilla Shines at CTO’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference, Announces Key Developments in Tourism Growth and Infrastructure   The Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) annual State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC), which was held September 2-6, gathered government and industry leaders from across the region in Grand Cayman, under the theme “Caribbean Tourism – Fueling our Lifeblood”. Among the key participants was Anguilla’s delegation, led by the Anguilla Tourist Board’s (ATB) Director of Tourism, Mrs. Stacey Liburd.   Mrs. Liburd emphasized the increasing significance of tourism in the Caribbean, pointing out that the region is quickly becoming one of the world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. “To remain competitive, we need to adopt innovative strategies that strengthen our position,” Mrs. Liburd remarked. “SOTIC provides us with a platform to work together on solutions to the challenges we encounter, with a collective goal of boosting revenue while ensuring that the benefits of tourism reach every part of the Caribbean.”   Anguilla’s moment in the spotlight came when ATB’s Chief Marketing Officer, Kimberly King, shared the island’s latest achievements and plans. "The Anguilla Tourist Board, with the unwavering support of our stakeholders, continues to position Anguilla as a premier destination. Our success is rooted in this collective effort, as we work to make Anguilla a destination of choice year-round," King stated.   King also revealed record-breaking tourism figures, with Anguilla welcoming 79,936 visitors between January and April 2024, including 47,097 stayover guests. This growth is primarily driven by the island’s largest source markets, the United States and Canada, reflecting the rising demand for Anguilla as a top-tier destination. Further bolstering this success, King announced the October release of the third edition of Uniquely Anguilla, the ATB’s signature destination magazine, She also highlighted Anguilla's expanded Airlift and Connectivity, Tourism Infrastructure Investments, Resort and Marina Developments, and Malliouhana Hotel's significant 40th Anniversary milestone.   

The Caribbean Tourism Organization's (CTO) State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) has kicked off in Grand Cayman. With the theme “Caribbean Tourism: Fueling our Lifeblood,” SOTIC 2024, hosted by the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism and Ministry of Tourism and Ports, promises a vibrant week of discussions, insights, and networking. Running from September 2 to 6 at The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa. Representing Anguilla are Stacey Liburd, Director of Tourism, and Kimberly King, Chief Marketing Officer.

The Chairman of the Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB), Mr. Kenroy Herbert led a three-person delegation to the 36th Annual Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas this August. Mrs. Stacey Liburd, Anguilla’s Director of Tourism, Ms. Kimberly King, Chief Marketing Officer, ATB, accompanied Mr. Herbert to the prestigious trade event. Virtuoso, is the leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, renowned for creating meaningful, bespoke experiences.

We're excited to welcome the Caribbean Meeting and Incentive Travel Exchange (CMITE) group to our beautiful island of Anguilla! The event kicked off with a delightful breakfast at the luxurious Aurora Resort this morning, followed by a day of productive one-to-one meetings between members of the Anguilla Tourist Board, suppliers, and buyers. The Honourable Minister of Tourism, Haydn Hughes, shared his vision for Anguilla as a premier MICE destination in the Caribbean. And, our Director of Tourism, Stacey Liburd, addressed attendees with inspiring words on the importance of tourism and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) for our island. #CMITE2024 #Anguilla

Anguilla has secured the #3 spot on Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards List for Favorite Islands in the Caribbean, and #18 among the Top 25 Islands in the World!😁