The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) brought the essence of the BVI to life at the prestigious Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas, held from August 10–16, 2024. The delegation, led by Director of Tourism Clive McCoy, included International Marketing Manager Feliza Fenty and Regional Business Development Managers Hazel Penn (Canada and Midwest) and Shaekhoya Matthew (Southeast). They presented top travel advisors with a curated BVI gift set featuring local rum, gin, teas, and other treasures, reinforcing the destination’s unique appeal.
Virtuoso Travel Week is the premier annual event for the global luxury travel community, offering exclusive networking opportunities, extensive professional development sessions, and a celebration of the Virtuoso network’s excellence. The event serves as an invaluable platform for Virtuoso Members, Advisors, and Global Preferred Partners to forge connections and elevate their offerings.
The BVITBFC delegation engaged in over 100 meetings with travel advisors, tour operators, and media representatives, strengthening ties and keeping the BVI top of mind among key industry players. Alongside the BVITBFC team, BVI Tourism Industry Partners, including The Moorings, Guana Island, and Moskito Island Limited, also participated in the event.
Reflecting on the BVITBFC’s successful participation, Director of Tourism Clive McCoy said, “I am incredibly proud of my team’s professionalism and in-depth knowledge of our destination, which they shared during our interactions with advisors and other attendees. This year’s event format was more targeted, allowing us to engage with advisors and media who have a genuine interest in the BVI, as well as those with strong business potential. Advisors appreciated our presence at the show because, as a board, we provide a comprehensive understanding of the destination—a critical factor for these travel specialists.”
Virtuoso, the world’s leading network of luxury travel advisors, connects top destinations with a handpicked portfolio of the finest travel brands globally. Travellers who work with a Virtuoso Advisor gain access to unparalleled expertise, exclusive travel perks, and personalized experiences that go beyond the ordinary. The British Virgin Islands is among the select Caribbean destinations recognized as a Preferred Virtuoso Destination Partner.