Caribbean Tourism Organization Assembles Experts for STC 2026 in Belize to Promote Sustainable Tourism
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is preparing for its 17th Sustainable Tourism Conference (STC 2026) in Belize, scheduled for April 27-30. The conference will feature over 40 speakers discussing 'Tourism in Full Color,' focusing on regenerative practices and community benefit tourism development. Keynote speaker Dame Pania Tyson-Nathan from New Zealand Māori Tourism will address holistic tourism development. Other notable speakers include Professor Dale Webber, Jamaica's ambassador for climate change, and Paloma Zapata, CEO of Sustainable Travel International. The conference aims to explore integrated tourism development models, including the Blue, Green, Orange, and Purple Economies, emphasizing responsible use of marine assets, low-carbon solutions, cultural value, and social cohesion. High-level officials from Belize, Tobago, and Sierra Leone will participate in discussions on resilience and inclusive development. 
