Caribbean Tourism leaders to address Multi-Sector Sustainability

Published on February 24, 2026

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), in collaboration with the Belize Tourism Board, will host the Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development (STC 2026) from April 27-30, 2026, in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize.

Now in its 17th edition, the Conference will convene regional and international tourism leaders under the theme: “Tourism in Full Color: Integrating Blue, Green, Orange and Beyond Economies into Sustainable Planning and Development.”

“STC 2026 reflects the Caribbean’s commitment to reimagining tourism as a powerful driver of inclusive

growth, climate resilience and cultural vitality,” said Dona Regis-Prosper, CTO’s Secretary-General and CEO. Anchored in the concept of Tourism in Full Color, the conference will explore integrated tourism development models that move beyond traditional silos to harness the full range of Caribbean assets:

• The Blue Economy focusing on responsible use of marine and coastal resources;
• The Green Economy advancing climate-resilient, low-carbon and nature-positive tourism solutions;
• The Orange Economy unlocking the economic value of culture, heritage and creative industries; and
• Beyond economies, including the Purple Economy, which emphasizes values, social cohesion, identity, well-being and inclusive growth.