A delegation of representatives from the Saint-Martin Tourism Office spent last week in Canada hosting trade and media events in Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto.
The team, led by Valérie Damaseau, President of the Saint-Martin Tourism Office, also included Director Aida Weinum and North American Manager Suzanne Scantlebery.
"It's such a pleasure to come to Canada - one of our most important markets - but especially so this year, when the pandemic has kept us away from our friends and partners in the industry," said Damaseau.
"We have made the journey this year bearing good news: we are carrying optimism and momentum into the winter travel season, and we look forward to welcoming more of our Canadian friends back to our home for a well-deserved vacation."
Speaking at events in three major cities across Ontario, the Saint-Martin delegation shared the latest news about St. Martin directly from the source. The team provided an update on the destination's tourism product, as well as clarity on revised entry requirements and exciting accommodation developments.
The delegation also had the opportunity to meet with some airline partners. Currently, Air Canada, Transat, WestJet and Sunwing all operate direct flights to the island.
Director Weinum gave a short presentation at each show announcing 2023 as "The Year of Events." She highlighted a packed schedule of events that visitors to St. Martin can look forward to in 2023, including the SXM Festival, Carnaval, Love Days Festival, and the Oualichi Festival.
The dates for the foodie-focused Festival de Gastronomie, will be November 11-22. Highlights will include a BBQ and mixology competition, cooking workshops, and a culinary village featuring Michelin-starred chefs.
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