Useful Information

About Europe Media Monitor (EMM)

Overview of Europe Media Monitor service.


About Official Government Travel Advisories

Are official travel advisories supplying sufficient information to be a completely reliable source?


Advice for women travellers (travel.gc.ca)

Millions of Canadian women travel abroad safely every year, but health and safety challenges in some countries could influence your choice of destination and the way you plan your travels.

Solo female travel: How to keep yourself and your finances safe by Melissa Brock

Female solo travel is growing at a steady pace. If you're a female adventurer or businessperson traveling alone, follow these steps to mitigate the challenges you may encounter and protect your finances. Although women may be more at risk, this information really applies to anyone.


Caribbean Emergency Numbers

List of emergency service numbers in the Caribbean.


Caribbean Events & Information

Festivals, carnivals and celebrations in the Caribbean.


Caribbean Health Information Links

Links to CARICOM, Caribbean Public Health Agency CARPHA), Center for Disease Control (CDC), Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and World Health Organization (WHO) for Caribbean and Latin American countries.

See also: Travel Doctor: Professional travel health services

Refer to map location for current health information for each country.


Caribbean Map (OSM)

OpenStreetMap (OSM) is the free wiki world map and free to use under an open license.


Caribbean Media and News Services

A listing of Caribbean news outlets and other media.


Caribbean tourism articles

A selection of articles relevant to the future of Caribbean tourism


Key Information Sources

A selection of sources related to Caribbean tourism, climate change and sustainable tourism.


Official Caribbean Tourism News Sources

News from the Caribbean Tourism Organization, Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association and official Caribbean tourism bureaus.


Rethinking tourism success for sustainable growth, OECD Tourism Trends and Policies, Chapter 3, 2020

Abstract: This chapter explores the economic, social and environmental benefits and costs associated with tourism growth, and the need for policy makers and industry to better understand the potential implications for destinations striving to achieve more sustainable tourism growth. The analysis highlights that for many countries, regions and destinations, tourism growth remains economically, socially and environmentally unbalanced, often as a result of rapid and unplanned growth in visitor numbers. However, there is no one-size fits all solution, as the opportunities and challenges for tourism development will vary depending on the unique characteristics of individual destinations. A selection of key policy considerations are highlighted to help established and emerging destinations to strike a balance between the benefits and costs associated with tourism development and implement a sustainable vision for the future.


The Ultimate Online Privacy Guide for Journalists

As a journalist in 2021, the dangers you face are ever-increasing. Without the proper protection from online threats, you risk hackers stealing confidential information, exposing your sources, breaking anonymity, and getting hold of your unpublished stories. You’d be a prime victim for blackmail — or worse.



© Alan Barry Ginn, November 2021 (August 2019). Links provided for convenience. Not responsible for content of external links. Not guaranteed to be a complete list.