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A bright start for Caribbean Marketplace 2009

The Caribbean Hotel and tourism industry, has met together in a bright occasion on January 18th 2009.

The event had a good start with many leading lights of the travel and tourism industry along with the tourism ministers from all across the Caribbean, taking part in the event.

The event which started in 18th of January is scheduled to end on 20th of January.

The industry of Travel and Tourism plays an important role in the economy of the Caribbean as it is the largest contributor to it. The industry is also the biggest employer pf the nation. As the event, named Caribbean Marketplace 2009, is the top event for the industry, it is also stands as the major event for the nation.

The previous year event was a big success, with 1,515 delegates participating from 32 nations worldwide.

The congregation is taking place at The Gaiety in Rodney Bay, St. Lucia.