Business View Caribbean | February 2020

9 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN FEBRUARY 2020 salt. At the end of the two months, each participant will have collaborated hand-in-hand with community leaders to create lasting programs to help sustain these practices with the hope of generating economic impact for generations to come as well as new experiences that visitors to these islands can book that will directly benefit the local community while supporting efforts toward a sustainable future. “As The Bahamas rebuilds, it’s a privilege to work together with the Bahamas National Trust to support and shine a spotlight on a nation OPENING L INES whose economies are benefited by tourism,” said Chris Lehane, Senior Vice President of Global Policy and Communications of Airbnb. “To continue these efforts, we’re also pleased to sign a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Tourism to promote tourism to the country through Airbnb even beyond the Bahamas Sabbatical. This is a special place and anyone who has spent time on any of the islands that make up the nation is moved by the air, the sun, the beaches, the food, the communities and most of all the people.” To apply, visit airbnb.com/sabbatical and complete the application form. Before applying,