Belize to Host Prestigious World Travel Sustainability Awards in 2024

January 12, 2024
by Larry Waight +

The Belize Tourism Board has proudly announced that the country will serve as the official host for the World Travel Sustainability Awards (WTSA) slated for 2024. This initiative is a new addition to the World Travel Awards program, with a vision of propelling Net Positive Hospitality in the ever-growing sectors of Travel and Tourism.

With its commitment to responsible tourism and its extensive projects dedicated to sustainable interaction with its rich rainforests, pristine reefs, and vibrant culture, Belize is perfectly poised to host the event.

The launch of the World Travel Sustainability Awards is set to take place in Dubai during COP28. This awards program is slated to introduce over 40 novel categories. To ensure the success and credibility of the awards, the Belize Tourism Board and the WTA are forging strong ties with influential and reliable partners who will lend their expertise in framing the award’s best practices, norms, and categories.

Anthony Mahler, Belize’s Minister of Tourism, expressed his elation over the announcement, emphasizing Belize’s commitment to sustainable tourism. He shed light on the country’s initiatives, like the Maya Forest Corridor which champions the conservation of Jaguars in Central America, and the emphasis on the development of community-centric tourism hubs that highlight the preservation of Indigenous Communities.

The World Travel Awards is a benchmark of excellence in the global tourism sector, lauding pioneers in the tourism, airline, hotel, and hospitality industries globally. Garnering votes from over 2.3 million industry professionals hailing from 141 countries, the WTA holds considerable sway in the industry. In its new role as the host for WTSA, Belize is geared to play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable practices in hospitality, emphasizing local community welfare, and environmental stewardship, and fostering positive tourism growth.

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Justin Cooke, the Executive Vice-President of World Travel Awards, acknowledged Belize’s significant role in environmental conservation, deeming it the quintessential location to host the inaugural World Travel Sustainability Awards.

On the horizon, World Tourism Day 2024 promises to see Belize welcoming the crème de la crème of the travel industry from all over the world. From the breathtaking Belize Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the culturally rich Garifuna community, Belize promises an immersive experience for every traveler.

For those interested in more about what Belize has to offer, they can head to www.travelbelize.org. To gain insights about the World Travel Sustainability Awards, enthusiasts can navigate to www.worldtravelawards.com.