We are delighted to announce that The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus has emerged as the winner of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s prestigious Regional Next-Gen Tourism Showcase 2025, held in Times Square, New York City on 3rd June 2025!
Representing the TOUR 2001 Caribbean Tourism course, the winning team comprised:
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Angelina Hosein – BSc International Tourism Management (Special)
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Megan Garib – BSc International Tourism Management (Special)
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Sydney Henry – BSc Communications
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Irshad Mohammed – BSc Entrepreneurship
The students impressed the judges with their powerful and engaging pitch, “Healing Roots” — a visionary concept centered on revitalizing Paramin Village as an agri-edu tourism hub. Their proposal brilliantly integrated elements of culture, wellness, sustainable farming, and community storytelling, offering a fresh and immersive tourism experience.
The team’s dynamic presentation was not only well-researched and creatively delivered, but it also stood out as a shining example of youth-led innovation shaping the future of Caribbean tourism.
Watch their winning presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoKAFrdNkw8
Source: Caribbean Tourism Organization on LinkedIn
We celebrate this incredible achievement. Wishing our students continued success as they lead the way in shaping the future of Caribbean Tourism!