DHTA launches signature events

DOMINICA:  The Dominica Hotel and Tourism Association has launched two flagship events as part of Tourism Awareness Month in May.

The DHTA launched Hike Fest and the National Tourism Trade Show and Cocktail at the Fort Young hotel on Friday April 15^th.
Dominica’s leading travel trade show, the NTTC, will take place on Saturday April 30^that the Cabrits National Park.
Executive Vice President of DHTA, Stephanie Astaphan explained,“NTTC’s participation of all major local suppliers of products and services is geared towards improving tourism operations, and attracting tour operators [who serve] Dominica. NTTC also assembles top speakers and a variety of industry segments for a series of peer to peer sessions on air access, technology and investment.”
She said this year the trade show has garnered much support from the local business community.
This year, Hikefest is dubbed ‘Hikefest Origins’.  Each Saturday in May, a different trail rooted in the island’s original people, will be hiked.
“Trace the footsteps of our ancestors with hike fest origins. We will hike four of Dominica’s most iconic hiking trails accompanied by knowledgeable certified guides and health and safety professionals.” she said.
For more information on these events visit the DHTA office on Castle Street or emailinfo@dhta.org or call 4403430.