November 2013
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Beach pulled out of the market, rather
than let that infrastructure dwindle to
naught, the Government stepped-in to ac-
quire the property and is currently negoti-
ating a management deal reportedly with
industry dynamo Sandals Resorts.
Visitors have a range of excellent op-
tions in accommodations, but repeat visi-
tors further benefit from programs that
pay particular reward to their patronage.
At least four times a year, the Barbados
Prime Minister invites repeat visitors to
a special reception, held in their honor,
at his personal residence. Byer says these
catered affairs help communicate how
much Barbados appreciates its visitors.
And while interaction with the Prime
Ministers certainly makes for a memo-
rable experience, Byer notes that visitors
will glean the same sense of hospitality
from simply interacting with the locals.
She says the people of Barbados repre-
sent the island’s greatest asset. “Everyone
here understands and appreciates the im-
portance of tourism ... we’re happy that
visitors come here and we want them to
have such an enjoyable experience that
they will want to come back again,” – and
indeed, they do.
To learn more about the events, activi-
ties and opportunities for relaxation, rec-
reation or exhilaration in Barbados, visit
the Barbados Tourism Authority website
at
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