Trinidad and Tobago Incoming Tour Operators' Association

06/02/2024

05/02/2024

SUNRISE TOUR OF CARONI BIRD SANCTUARY

In Joy Tours, Trinidad and Tobago invites you to a once in a lifetime “Sunrise Tour" of the Caroni Bird Sanctuary” on Monday 19th February 2024.

Traverse through the mangrove channels in early morning moonlight. On arrival at the roosting site of the Scarlet Ibis, we quietly wait for first light to experience our national bird the in full flight against the backdrop of a kaleidoscope of colors as the sun breaks the horizon. Then a delicious breakfast is served followed by a tour to view the other wonderful flora and fauna in the Sanctuary.

This tour offers great value and reveals the splendor and diversity of nature. Professionally managed and guided, you will be amazed at the variety of the many species of wildlife and the information shared by the tour guides eager to share their

Date: Monday 19th February 2024
Time: Arrive - 4.30am. Boat departs promptly at 4.50am. Tour ends around 9.00 am
Cost: TT$250 per person inclusive of breakfast
Booking: 753-2775 (What's App)/ [email protected]

02/08/2023

29/05/2023

A father said to his daughter “You have graduated with honors, here is a car I bought many years ago. It is a bit older now. But before I give it to you, take it to the used car lot downtown and tell them I want to sell it and see how much they offer you for it.

The daughter went to the used car lot, returned to her father and said, “They offered me $1,000 because the said it looks pretty worn out.”

The father said, now “Take it to the pawn shop.” The daughter went to the pawn shop, returned to her father and said,”The pawn shop offered only $100 because it is an old car.”

The father asked his daughter to go to a car club now and show them the car. The daughter then took the car to the club, returned and told her father,” Some people in the club offered $100,000 for it because it’s a Nissan Skyline R34, it's an iconic car and sought by many collectors”

Now the father said this to his daughter, “The right place values you the right way,” If you are not valued, do not be angry, it means you are in the wrong place. Those who know your value are those who appreciate you......Never stay in a place where no one sees your value.

Dont force yourself to stay where you are not regarded....
Stay where you are appreciated.
God over everything 🍷
GOD BLESS YOU ❤️🙏
(Credit to the author)

15/05/2022

FORT LAUDERDALE (May 11, 2022) – As the tourism sector rebounds strongly from the near shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is calling on the region’s “bread and butter” industry to ramp up efforts to be adequately staffed to meet the impending surge of arrivals and continued growth.

Drawing attention to a recent statement from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) which predicts “a massive increase in global international inbound travel,” CHTA President Nicola Madden-Greig noted that the Caribbean’s tourism sector must do more to source and train its own people to meet the industry’s growing labor needs.

“The recent statement from WTTC and CHTA knowledge partner ForwardKeys points to strong demand in the months ahead for travel to ‘sun and sea’ destinations such as the Caribbean and Latin America, which are leading international inbound bookings,” said Madden-Greig, who added that “it is imperative for our members to be diligent in staffing their properties and enterprises with trained, qualified hospitality professionals.”

She also pointed to the need to re-energize the partnerships between schools, training institutions and the tourism industry put in place by many Caribbean jurisdictions in the past which played a critical role in creating employment and career opportunities for thousands of residents throughout the region.

WTTC’s latest tourism Economic Impact Report indicates that more than 126 million travel and tourism jobs will be created over the next decade. With one in every three new jobs created being in the travel and tourism space, opportunities will abound for job seekers and businesses seeking to fill those positions.

The CHTA leader acknowledged there remain some challenges within the region around the labor supply in the market, but she also believes the association’s networking opportunities, the on-the-ground public-private partnerships, and its Caribbean Tourism Job Bank can be useful tools in bridging the gap between supply and demand.

“Our tourism job bank is an excellent, free resource for both employers and job seekers,” stated Madden-Greig, who encouraged Caribbean residents in search of tourism-related positions to upload their resumes and credentials to the site where they can be reviewed by prospective employers looking for qualified applicants.

CHTA members, who receive free basic postings as part of their membership benefits, are also encouraged to post open positions to the Caribbean Tourism Job Bank.

Madden-Greig urged all National Hotel and Tourism Associations to continue partnering with local institutions to fast-track the training of prospective hospitality workers so they can take advantage of the increasing number of excellent career paths the industry offers.

“As an industry, we need to ensure that all stakeholders understand the tremendous economic benefits that can accrue from engagement with the hospitality sector. CHTA and our Tourism Job Bank can help, but more needs to be done to counter the misinformation that has created doubts about the stability and future of the industry that surfaced as a result of the pandemic,” she said.

CHTA continues to encourage young people in the region who are exploring career paths to strongly consider the tourism and hospitality industry as an option that allows one to develop highly competitive skills and affords opportunity to work throughout the region.

“The Caribbean tourism industry presents a world of possibilities for professional growth and development,” said Madden-Greig, noting that there are more than 1,000 job and career paths, with over one in five opportunities at the supervisory, management, or ownership levels.

CHTA's Caribbean Tourism Job Bank can be found at https://jobbank.caribbeanhotelandtourism.com/.

Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association offers the top jobs available in Caribbean Hospitality. Search and apply to open positions or post jobs on Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association now.

23/10/2020

Blue gold macaws after a fantastic farmer lunch in Nariva.
Earlier on Red howler and White fronted capuchins were encountered.
Caribbean Discovery Tours collects you from your hotel at 5:00 AM for this long but rewarding tour.

27/06/2020

Caribbean Discovery Tours in beautiful Trinidad.

10/05/2020

Capuchin monkey in Bush Bush Sanctuary, Trinidad with Caribbean Discovery Tours.

21/04/2020

Dawn in Aripo Savannah. Photo by Racquel Abraham.

21/04/2020

Trinidad’s National bird, the Scarlet Ibis in Caroni Swamp.

Scarlet Ibis sure are plentiful these days.
Flocks are growing and I’m sure the old count of 20 thousand need to be updated.
For bookings WhatsApp on (868)6201989.

21/04/2020

Hiking on Mt Tamana ridge in Trinidad.

21/04/2020

Hiking in the beautiful Northern Range, Trinidad.
Almost a 100 waterfalls that are hardly visited.

02/12/2019

Scarlet Ibis sure are plentiful these days.
Flocks are growing and I’m sure the old count of 20 thousand need to be updated.
For bookings WhatsApp on (868)6201989.

07/11/2019

Our President, Lorraine Pouchet did a presentation at the Bureau of Standards Conference today at Hilton. Here she is receiving a token of appreciation after the tourism segment.

06/11/2019

Injoy Tours doing a DDI trip with happy and safe visitors.
Safety is of primary importance with all TTITOA members.
Injoy’s boat is equipped with life jackets, first aid kit, ship to shore communication and has full public liability insurance.

17/10/2019

HOURS after environmental activist Stephen Broadbridge highlighted the fact that land was being cleared at Covigne Road in Tucker Valley, Chaguaramas, the Chaguaramas Development Authority (CDA) said in a media release yesterday that an investigation has been launched. Newsday tried to reach the CDA...

03/10/2019

On September the 26TH the Department of Management Studies celebrated World Tourism Day by hosting Tourism and Jobs. A Better Future For All, at UWI.

TTITOA was honored for its contribution to the hospitality and tourism industry of Trinidad and Tobago.

Our president, Lorraine Pouchet received the award on behalf of our members.

23/09/2019

Relaxing in a mud volcano. Trinidad.

23/09/2019

Flamingos in Caroni Swamp. Trinidad.

23/09/2019

Caroni Swamp. Trinidad.

23/09/2019

MT Tamana. Trinidad.