09/14/2017
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, the travel community is working hard to contribute to relief efforts. We recently received this correspondence from the Antigua and Barbuda tourism board, and hope you will take a moment to read and share:
ANTIGUA OPEN FOR BUSINESS
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, the island of Antigua is pleased to report that no hotels have closed as a result of the storm, although a few of the properties had already closed prior to Irma for their annual renovations and general spruce-up, in preparation for the busy festive season.
Antigua has successfully coped with hurricane Irma, defying the worst predictions of the disaster. No hotels have reported significant structural damages at this time. Resorts such as: Cocobay, Jumby Bay, Curtain Bluff, Carlisle Bay, Hawksbill by Rex Resorts, Heritage, St. James’s Club, The Inn at English Harbor, Nonsuch Bay and others have no structural damages to report.
The Director of Tourism for the U.S. Kim Jack-Riley commented, " I am happy to announce that the island of Antigua reported no loss of life during hurricane Irma. The V.C. Bird International Airport has resumed normal operations, but those traveling to the island are encouraged to contact relevant airlines and tour operators for any changes that may have occurred after the storm." The Director further stated, "Our focus now is to seek the assistance from our travel partners within the industry to help us help Barbuda, who has been left devastated by the hurricane. By supporting tourism in Antigua, your patronage will help us to rebuild Barbuda."
If you would like to donate directly to the Barbuda Relief & Recovery Fund set up by the New York Offices of the Government of Antigua & Barbuda, please follow this link: https://www.abconsulate.nyc/monetary
