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Las Vegas souvenir show marks 20 years with bigger buyers and strong attendance
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The Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show wrapped its 20th anniversary run Oct. 6-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, drawing retailers, exhibitors and industry professionals from across the U.S. and abroad.
CTO scholarship foundation launches 30th anniversary challenge for 30 scholarships
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The Caribbean Tourism Organization Scholarship Foundation kicked off a regional campaign at SOTIC 2026 in Guyana to fund 30 scholarships in 2027, its 30th anniversary year.
1st Capital Group expands foreign national DSCR financing
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1st Capital Group has launched an expanded foreign national DSCR program through its correspondent lending channel for eligible U.S. investment property purchases and refinances.
Best Era says lawyer referrals hit 448 across 49 states
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Best Era released data from its lawyer referral community showing 448 referral requests across 49 states from June 2024 through October 15, 2026, with a typical first reply in 12 minutes.
iPhone 18 Pro drops the SIM tray in 12 markets
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Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro will ship eSIM-only in 12 markets, including the U.S., Japan and the UAE, extending the same setup already used on the iPhone 17 Pro. HelloRoam says travelers in those countries need to plan ahead because physical SIM cards…
IGY Marinas opens Coral Cove Racquet and Pool Club in St. Thomas
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IGY Marinas has opened the Coral Cove Racquet and Pool Club at Yacht Haven Grande in St. Thomas, adding tennis, pickleball, padel and pool facilities near downtown Charlotte Amalie.
Billy Griffith returns as chair of CTO Allied Board
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William “Billy” Griffith has been reelected chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Allied Board for the 2026-2028 term, as three new members join the five-person group.
Rosedale Travel adds wellness and yacht charter advisory services
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Austin-based Rosedale Travel has launched two new luxury travel specialties for clients seeking wellness retreats and private yacht charters.
CETDIGIT wins spot on Montana state AI contract
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Cetrix Technologies LLC, operating as CETDIGIT, landed a position on Montana’s Master AI Products and Services Contract after a competitive state solicitation.
SumnerBaird | SeaGlass names Sophia Hume principal for development and partnerships
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SumnerBaird SeaGlass has appointed Sophia Hume as Principal, Development & Strategic Partnerships as the firm pushes growth across Coastal North Carolina.
TEMPO Networks expands 20th anniversary push with first St. John Celebration partnership
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TEMPO Networks is partnering with the U.S. Virgin Islands tourism and festivals agencies for expanded coverage of the 2026 St. John Celebration, which runs June 14-July 4. The deal adds a dedicated TEMPO Night in the Carnival Village and deepens…
55printing adds AI design, 1-2 day copies and free file tools to its platform
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55printing.com has launched a new ordering platform with 1-2 day production on color and black-and-white copies, variable data printing, free file conversion tools and AI-assisted design.
TTW names Top 30 shopping destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026
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Travel And Tour World released its 2026 ranking of the Top 30 Shopping Destinations in the Americas and Caribbean, with New York City, Toronto, São Paulo, Mexico City and Buenos Aires taking the top five spots.
Surety One launches ERISA 4204 bond underwriting portal
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Surety One, Inc. has launched ERISA4204Bonds.com, a dedicated portal for underwriting ERISA § 4204 sale of assets bonds.
Anguilla tourism chief pushes regional teamwork and youth careers
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Anguilla’s tourism director is calling on Caribbean destinations to collaborate more and urging young people to build hospitality careers that lead to management and leadership.
ProSat Networks expands Starlink installation and managed Wi-Fi services nationwide
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ProSat Networks says it has expanded operations across all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, to install Starlink and manage wired and wireless networks for businesses, homes, mobile sites and boats.
AARP awards $95K to nine Maryland community projects
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AARP is giving nine Maryland organizations $95,225 in 2026 Community Challenge grants for quick local projects aimed at helping older adults stay connected, safe and independent.
Stacy Bourne expands Disaster Smart preparedness resources
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Stacy A. Bourne, principal architect of The Bourne Group, is broadening her Disaster Smart initiative with educational tools aimed at families, schools, communities and property owners.
Allpure Behavioral Health teams up with Rx Outreach to cut addiction treatment costs
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Allpure Behavioral Health has partnered with nonprofit mail-order pharmacy Rx Outreach to make opioid use disorder treatment more affordable for patients in Florida and Colorado.
CTO’s Rum & Rhythm Benefit closes Caribbean Week with scholarship push
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The Caribbean Tourism Organization capped Caribbean Week in New York with a sold-out Rum & Rhythm Benefit at Lavan Chelsea, blending food, music and tourism networking.
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