TORONTO — The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) recently honoured the top-producing Saint Lucia Experts from Canada, the U.S., the UK, Ireland, and the Caribbean.
The 2024 Global Piton Awards celebrated travel advisors who booked the most room nights Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2023, through the Saint Lucia Expert (SLEx) Program.
The ceremony concluded at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, where the top 35 winners were recognized for their contributions to Saint Lucia’s tourism industry, receiving a locally handcrafted trophy bearing the insignia of Saint Lucia.
Travel advisors from around the world gathered in Saint Lucia for the event, which also included a bespoke experience at Howelton Estate with chocolate making, handbag painting, and cold press coconut oil making.
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- Kim Hartlen, Kim Hartlen Travel (Trevello)
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- Nancy Milligan, Direct Travel
There were site inspections too, including Sandals Halcyon, Secrets St. Lucia Resort & Spa, the Courtyard by Marriott and Saint Lucia Mural at Pointe Seraphine.
“Our travel advisors place special confidence in Saint Lucia. A major part of our success and global prominence is attributed to their continued selling of our island’s offerings. They undoubtedly remain the pulse of our industry, and we are delighted to express our appreciation,” said Anya Whitfield, Officer-in-Charge & Chief Financial Officer, Saint Lucia Tourism Authority.
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- Lori Riddell, LUXE Destination Weddings
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- Lois Barbour, Travel Time (Trevello)
“Their efforts also support our sustainable tourism initiatives, which aim to preserve Saint Lucia’s natural beauty and cultural heritage for future generations,” she added.
Here’s the list of winners from Canada …
- Nancy Milligan, Direct Travel
- Kim Hartlen, Kim Hartlen Travel (Trevello)
- Lois Barbour, Travel Time (Trevello)
- Barbara Scrocco, Travel Only
- Lori Riddell, LUXE Destination Weddings
Barbara Scrocco, Travel Only
Kim Hartlen of Kim Hartlen Travel also received the C.E.O. Award for exceptional Canadian sales performance.
