Tobago To Walk Against Hunger
Tobago residents are being asked to show their support for the less fortunate during this year’s World Food Day celebrations. Among its activities to mark the occasion, the Division of Food Production, Forestry, and Fisheries is hosting the “Walk against Hunger” on October 16 from 8.30 a.m., starting at Tambrin Square. The public can contribute […]
Eye Screenings A ‘Resounding Success’
More than 340 people participated in the first week of free eye screening, which is being held in Tobago in recognition of World Sight Day. Screenings began on October 1 at Gulf City Mall, Lowlands, and were also held at various locations. This week, a team of optometrists will conduct screening at various health centres […]
Sandals Project To Bring Significant Investment
The Sandals Resort Project is expected to bring in significant investment opportunities and revenue to Tobago. That’s according to Secretary of Finance and the Economy Joel Jack, who provided an update on plans for the resort, which were outlined in the fiscal 2019 budget presentation. “The Minister [Colm Imbert] indicated that the room capacity is […]
Budget Brings Hope
In the wake of Monday’s (October 1) national budget, Chief Secretary Kelvin Charles is hopeful that there are opportunities for development in Tobago over the next fiscal year. The budget, read by Finance Minister Colm Imbert, allocated $2.29 billion to Tobago for fiscal 2019, up from $2.1936 billion in the just-concluded financial year. In a […]
Tourism TV Show To Kick Off Awareness Campaign
Community Tourism Awareness Campaign activities will kick off soon with a tourism education TV series. It is the first of a slate of events to boost the awareness and participation of communities in the industry and is expected to begin within the next two weeks. Secretary of Tourism, Culture and Transportation Nadine Stewart-Phillips said activities […]
Enhancing Tourism
Culture can enhance Tobago’s tourism product. Secretary of Tourism, Culture and Transportation Nadine Stewart-Phillips said the Performing Arts Training Programme is one area that can support the growth of culture. “…This programme was launched in May 2018, and this is geared towards the professional preparation of performers in music, dance, drumming, drama,” the Tourism Secretary […]