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\u200bThe Honourable Charles \u2018Max\u2019 Fernandez, Antigua and Barbuda<\/a>\u2019<\/strong>s Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, and Investment, along with Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s CEO Colin C. James and Director of Tourism for the USA Dean Fenton, honoured a distinguished group of industry VIPs for their longstanding commitment to promoting Antigua and Barbuda by presenting them with the\u00a0Minister\u2019s Award for Excellence in Tourism<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ceremony recognized travel professionals, media partners, and community leaders who have made significant contributions to the destination\u2019s growth and success. The official delegation included Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Walton Webson, and Senator Hon. Alincia Williams-Grant.<\/p>

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While delivering the presentation, Minister Fernandez stated, \u201cOur success is driven by the passion, dedication, and hard work of these professionals who consistently go above and beyond in advocating for Antigua and Barbuda<\/a><\/strong>.\u201d He added, \u201cWe take great pride in celebrating their accomplishments and eagerly anticipate strengthening these vital partnerships.\u201d<\/p>

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Minister Fernandez highlighted the late Honourable Rob Barrett, founder of Elite Island Resorts,acknowledging his significant contributions to developing Antigua\u2019s tourism industry, and also recognized Elite\u2019s team members, Larry Basham, Sherrie Ault, and John Cather, for their tremendous commitment to the industry\u2019s growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CEO Colin C. James remarked, \u201cFrom the Travel Advisors and Public Relations Specialists, everyone honoured, has played a crucial role in showcasing the magic of Antigua and Barbuda to the world. Their efforts have greatly influenced our tourism industry, ensuring our islands remain among the Caribbean\u2019s premier destinations.\u201d<\/p>

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ABTA USA Director of Tourism, Dean Fenton, commended the recipients, saying, \u201cI am extremely proud to recognize our exceptional business partners, whose unwavering support and dedication have played a significant role in elevating Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s tourism industry.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The distinguished honourees in attendance included Brenda O\u2019Neale, Travel Advisor and Chair of the Antigua & Barbuda Travel Agent Advisory Board; Lila Nicholas, Travel Advisor and Chair of the Professional Travel Agents of North America (PATANA) National Advisory Board; Brenda Cole, Travel Advisor and President of PATANA; Corrine Mutarelli, Travel Advisor and Past President of the Alliance of Westchester Travel Agencies (AWTA); and Ralph Vasami, President of Kiwanis Yonkers and former President of the New York American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA).<\/p>

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Adrian Surgeon, Graphics and Design Specialist; Antiguan chefs Edward Murphy and Melvin Myers; Artistic Designer Dave Ray; Marilyn Pires, Travel Account Manager and Executive Assistant to ABTA USA Director Dean Fenton; Noel Mignott, founder of the Portfolio Marketing Group, the public relations firm responsible for maintaining the visibility of Antigua and Barbuda in the United States; and Alison Ross, a former partner at PMG, were among the honourees.<\/p>

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Also included on the VIP awards list were Genevieve Edwards of Sharp Travel International, Henry Watkins, owner of the Watkins Media Group, and industry supporter Roberta Diaz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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