Accelerating in and upgrading Belize even further
A partnership lift
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Amsterdam, dec.12th 2024–In an interview at the ITB Berlin 2024, Director of Tourism,
Evan Tillett spoke about the benefits of the Blue Bonds, the importance of future direct air connectivity between Belize and Europe, and the revised National Sustainable Tourism Masterplan, the roadmap for Belize to become a benchmark for sustainability in the world.
And while BTB’s focus is mostly on the overnight sector – which accounts for the supermajority of the tourism sector’s earnings, Tillett told us today that they are also developing new plans to increase cruise numbers.
” We are still with numbers in need of an update, I think there’s a number of factors for that and for instance you have bigger ships now coming on stream and belize still has a port situation so i think that we need to finalize that whole process in getting a docking facility then you will see real growth in the cruise tourism sector. But it’s important that it has to be done in a sustainable manner. Every single thing we do at the BTB and the ministry of tourism is done sustainably. In fact we are just in the process of finalizing the update to our national sustainable tourism master plan.“
Director Tillett also expounded on the events leading to the upcoming World Travel Sustainability and Hospitality Awards to be hosted in our jewel in September.
Click the link to watch the interview.
The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) and the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) are pleased to announce the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at jointly financing the enhancement of tourism products and services within Belize’s protected areas.
This partnership will see a combined investment of BZ $2.5 million dollars by the two entities over a three-year period.
This strategic alliance underscores the shared vision of PACT and the BTB to bolster the preservation of Belize’s pristine ecosystem while simultaneously promoting responsible tourism practices.
PACT and BTB look forward to working together to ensure that Belize’s protected areas continue to support our tourism industry and the wider economic development of our country.
Groundbreaking Ceremony held for the El Cayo Boardwalk Project
Today, the Hon. Anthony Mahler, Minister of Tourism and Diaspora Relations, and the Belize Tourism Board in partnership with Cayo North East Area Representative and Minister of Sustainable Development, Climate Change, and Disaster Risk Management, Hon. Orlando Habet, marked the beginning of construction for the El Cayo Boardwalk Project in San Ignacio Town. The boardwalk will provide a vibrant space for local and international visitors as it will combine the natural beauty of the Macal River with cultural experiences, culinary delights, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
The boardwalk will offer a picturesque 1000-foot riverside walkway along the Macal River adorned with gazebos and benches and will serve as a focal point for festivities and annual events.
Speakers at the groundbreaking ceremony included Hon. Anthony Mahler; Hon. Orlando Habet; SISE Councillor, Matthew Preston Silva; Director of Industry Development for BTB, Josue Carballo; and Project Coordinator, Anthony Morris.
Present for the momentous occasion were Cayo West Area Representative, Hon. Jorge Espat; Cayo Central Area Representative, Hon. Alex Balona; Chairman of the BTB Board of Directors, Mr. Mohit Budhrani; Director of Tourism, Evan Tillett; and other distinguished guests and residents of the twin towns.
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The Belize Tourism Board and the Protected Areas Conservation Trust have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost sustainable tourism in Belize’s protected areas.
Over three years, BZD 2.5 million will be jointly invested to enhance tourism products and services within these areas.
