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AUA, 14th April, 2023… As thousands of delegates prepare to journey to Antigua and Barbuda for the 4th International Conference on Small Island States, many of them will be treated to the hospitality of some of the most charming and exclusive gems in the island’s diverse collection of accommodations.

The chosen properties easily met the commanding standards established by Antigua and Barbuda’s Ministry of Tourism and are included in the Island Accommodations portal (Small Island Developing States 2024 (gov.ag) which was created to meet the increasing demand for rooms from members of the international community travelling to the island for the May 27 – 30 Conference.

The portal was created through a collaborative effort involving the resources of the Tourism Ministry, the web developers in the ICT Department of the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology and the official travel partner of the Antigua and Barbuda New York Office for the SIDS4 Conference, Global Travel Collection out of the UK.

Conference delegates have been able to make use of the platform not only for the purposes of booking their accommodations but also to secure flights to Antigua and Barbuda for the historic gathering.

While rooms at the more established hotels are filling up for the conference, these unique properties are now satisfying the demand and expectations for accommodations in Antigua and
Barbuda during a busy period for the twin island nation.

“I am extremely heartened by the support from our smaller properties, who have enthusiastically grasped an opportunity to benefit from an historic occasion for Antigua and Barbuda but are also making sure SIDS4 is truly the success it needs to be,” stated Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism the Hon. Charles Fernandez.

“Right before our eyes, the landscape of our tourism offerings is being transformed as the quality of these incredible accommodations are put on show to the rest of the world. The Ministry of Tourism and the Government of Antigua and Barbuda are indeed proud of them.

This is an amazing legacy that this conference will establish by showcasing the versatility of our travel accommodations,”
Fernandez stated.

He also heaped praise on the Government’s ICT Division, the Antigua and Barbuda New York Office, his team at the Ministry of Tourism and Pro Travel Inc for the inventive and ground-
breaking initiative that demanded a shared commitment and long hours in making it all work.

“At Global Travel Collection, we believe it is our fundamental responsibility to give back to the world we journey through,” said Angie Licea, President, Global Travel Collection.

“Protecting the unique communities and ecosystems vital for small island nations is one of our key priorities. The SIDS4 conference offers an opportunity to gather global leaders and forge partnerships for sustainable development and resilience amid global challenges. 

It’s an honor for us to be part of this important event and work alongside the Antigua and Barbuda Mission to the United Nations as the official travel management company,” Licea stated.

View link here: https://sids4.gov.ag/accommodations.php