NYC isn't just a destination; it's a living, breathing tapestry of cultures. On this episode of "The Garifuna Experience in NYC Podcast," host José Francisco Ávila reveals how the vibrant Garifuna community is stepping up to become a powerful force in the city's tourism industry. 🏙️
We'll unpack the four key components of the travel trade—attractions, amenities, marketing, and destination management—and show how the Garifuna culture, with its rich heritage, dynamic businesses, and exciting events, is perfectly positioned to attract visitors and create a sustainable, prosperous future. 💃 Explore our unique tourism assets, from the annual Garifuna Heritage Month to local businesses like JRC Garifuna Collections, and discover how we are driving prosperity, power, and progress for our community and for New York City.
Join us to learn how tourism can be a tool for economic development and a celebration of our unique identity.
Resources:
The Garífuna Experience in NYC | Bronx walking tour
The Garifuna Experience in NYC
The Happy Land Memorial Walking Tour
Garifuna Heritage Walking Tour (BronxNet Video)
Lou Ramos Cruise Planners Travel Agent
Books by José Francisco Ávila
Garífuna Ancestry: The DNA Quest to Decipher the Garifuna Distant Past
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