TOURISM TRINIDAD CEO Carla Cupid said on Friday that Trinidad's culture and festivities can attract tourists all year round, as she launched an initiative called Lights of Trinidad, Festive Season at the Government Campus Plaza, Port of Spain.
There to offer support was the city's deputy mayor, councillor Abena Hartley.
Singer John Thomas expressed his vision of a variety of performances.
The launch featured an array of performances – including parang, pan, Indian dance and gospel-style singing – with performers including songs played by the National Steelband Symphony Orchestra plus a dramatic portrayal by actress Cecilia Salazar.
Cupid said, "From a global perspective, festivals play a pivotal role in the tourism landscape, serving as gateways to a destination's cultural soul."
Festivals, she said, allow visitors the chance to be immersed in local customs, traditions and artistry, creating memories that last a lifetime. Read More
Douglas, S. (2023, November 18). Tourism Trinidad CEO: Cuisine, creativity to attract tourists year-round - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday. Newsday.co.tt. https://newsday.co.tt/2023/11/18/tourism-trinidad-ceo-cuisine-creativity-to-attract-tourists-year-round/
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