Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Launches Global Summer Campaign

Photo Caption: The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority yesterday launched its global summer advertising campaign. The ‘AND’ theme highlights the luxury and authenticity of this twin island nation (Photo Courtesy: The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority)

ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA (June 28, 2022) – The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority yesterday launched its global summer advertising campaign which highlights the luxury and authenticity of the destination. The twin island nation is looking to capture consumer hearts and minds in what is predicted to be a competitive market as consumer become more discerning and value conscious with their vacation spending.

Each facet of the campaign images focuses on the word ‘AND’ to highlight the breadth and depth of the authentic travel experiences available on Antigua and Barbuda, as well as reinforce and reflect the strength of the product offering as a two-island nation.

Commenting on the campaign, Charles Fernandez, Minister of Tourism for Antigua and Barbuda says, “It was vital for us to launch a campaign for the summer which communicates our unique offering as a holiday experience and so we are delighted that this is reflected in the look and feel of our new digital and social advertising imagery.

It has all been carefully curated so that the consumer can be in no doubt that Antigua and Barbuda offers the perfect combination of luxury and value – experiences which create priceless memories within a relaxing and authentic environment.”

Every digital and social media asset of the campaign is set around four main image themes designed to illustrate the range of experiences available on Antigua and Barbuda. They are: ‘Enjoy Carnival’, ‘Stunning Islands’, ‘Gorgeous Beaches’ and ‘Gourmet Seafood’.
CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority added “The campaign shows how much Antigua and Barbuda has to offer as a destination in a totally ownable and memorable way. The answer was in the name – and the logo. The ‘AND’ provides us with a vehicle to showcase the islands’ many sides – and say ‘why compromise when you can have everything?”
The campaign will be delivering millions of digital impressions, across the various source markets and is designed to reflect all that Antigua and Barbuda has to offer in a distinctive and memorable way. The modern traveler is looking for luxury as well as authenticity and luckily on Antigua and Barbuda, they don’t have to make a choice as they can have it all!

For imagery, click here and view the video assets here.

For more information on Antigua and Barbuda visit here.

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ABOUT THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM AUTHORITY

The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority is a statutory body dedicated to realizing the tourism potential of Antigua & Barbuda by promoting the twin island state as a unique, quality tourist destination with the overall objective of increasing visitor arrivals thereby providing sustainable economic growth. The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is headquartered in St. John’s Antigua, where regional marketing is directed. The Authority has three offices overseas in the United Kingdom, United States and Canada.

ABOUT ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Antigua (pronounced An-tee’ga) and Barbuda (Bar-byew’da) is located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. The twin-island paradise offers visitors two uniquely distinct experiences, ideal temperatures year-round, a rich history, vibrant culture, exhilarating excursions, award-winning resorts, mouth-watering cuisine and 365 stunning pink and white-sand beaches – one for every day of the year. The largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands, Antigua comprises 108-square miles with rich history and spectacular topography that provides a variety of popular sightseeing opportunities. Nelson’s Dockyard, the only remaining example of a Georgian fort a listed UNESCO World Heritage site, is perhaps the most renowned landmark. Antigua’s tourism events calendar includes the prestigious Antigua Sailing Week, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, and the annual Antigua Carnival; known as the Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival. Barbuda, Antigua’s smaller sister island, is the ultimate celebrity hideaway. The island lies 27 miles north-east of Antigua and is just a 15-minute plane ride away. Barbuda is known for its untouched 11-mile stretch of pink sand beach and as the home of the largest Frigate Bird Sanctuary in the Western Hemisphere. Find information on Antigua & Barbuda at: www.visitantiguabarbuda.com or follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/antiguabarbuda; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AntiguaBarbuda/; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AntiguaandBarbuda/

FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA MEDIA ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT:

Maria Blackman
Marketing Communications Manager
Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority
T: 1 (268) 562 7600/464-7601
E: maria.blackman@visitaandb.com

Antigua and Barbuda Images: aandbtourism.fotoseeker.com

Munga Honorable kicks off summer with ‘Bad From Mi Born’ birthday party

June 17, 2022. Kingston, Jamaica. – International dancehall artist Munga Honorable kicked off the summer with his 1st staging of his annual ‘Bad From Mi Born’ birthday-party-turned-stage-show held at Pagee Beach in Port Maria, St. Mary on Saturday June 11, 2022.

Damian Rhoden, more popularly known as Munga Honorable, has always been one to make powerful moves when it comes to his career. The eloquent street smart Dancehall DeeJay has an infectious flow and hardcore rhymes.

The ‘Bad From Mi Born’ DeeJay had a venue filled with patrons rocking, singing and dancing to the popular songs from some of the hottest entertainers in the industry. The event featured several exciting performances from heavyweights such as Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, Aidonia, Charly Blacks, Jahshi and Munga Honorable himself. Upcoming artists such as Risin Son, Natural Flames, Ski Gad Gaado and Danii Boo were also present at Munga Honorable’s ‘Bad From Mi Born’ event.

As promised, all the featured artists were all present, thus in ‘historic dancehall fashion’ a spontaneous freestyle took place to the delight of the patrons. With the musical support of Dj Mental, Chubb Rock, Badda Bling & Niney from ‘Di Unit’ soundsystem.

Following the day of his event Munga Honorable also made a special guest appearance at Bounty Killer’s ‘It’s a Party’ 50th birthday celebration held at The Digicel Headquarters in Downtown, Kingston on Sunday June 12, 2022.

What’s next for Munga Honorable? A new album, an international collab, several shows and appearances throughout the summer, his annual back-2-school treat in August and more productions from his record label Hilltop Records.

Patrons can look out for the next staging of ‘Bad From Mi Born’ in June 2023.

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