NEW YORK,  United States (CMC) — Caribbean Tourism Week began in New York on Monday with the region remaining optimistic of increased visitor arrivals against a backdrop of rapid geopolitical change and shifting international markets.

Organised by the Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), the weeklong event coincides with the start of Caribbean American Heritage Month and is being held under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.”

CTO chairman, Ian Gooding-Edghill, who is also Barbados’ Minister of Tourism, told the opening ceremony that he is encouraged by the continued performance of the region’s tourism sector.