The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism (BMOT) is prepared to prove that The Islands of The Bahamas are just as beautiful up close as they are from space. Tourism officials are inviting NASA Astronaut Scott Kelly to The Bahamas once he completes his yearlong mission orbiting the earth.
ALERT #2 ON TROPICAL STORM ‘ERIKA’ ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY WEDNESDAY 26TH AUGUST 2015 AT 6 PM.
The BahamaHost Tour Guiding Program is for participants who wish to acquire the highest level of professional tour guiding skills and competencies. This program is suitable for newcomers to the tour guiding industry as well as existing experienced tour guides who demonstrate an aptitude for the profession.
This course leads to the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism's certification as a “Certified Tour Guide.” The recognized standardized professional qualifications will enable participants to:
The BahamaHost Entrepreneurship Program is a 40-hour training program, which provides thorough and research-based training. It is designed to prepare individuals who are desirous of starting a business for what to expect. The program focuses attention on a number of core areas, which are as follows:
The BahamaHost Cultural Immersion Program was originally designed for expatriates living in The Bahamas. However, it can also serve the needs of Bahamians and other persons living in The Bahamas, as it aims to provide vital product information about the country. The cultural immersion program immerses participants in one full day of Bahamian Work Force Orientation. This orientation aids in assisting persons in assimilating into the Bahamian way of life, customs, and work ethics. Once this is done, participants should have a greater appreciation for our evolution as a society.
The BahamaHost Leadership Training Program is a supplementary course that reinforces leadership competencies such as skills and attitudes. It also seeks to enhance the culture of service excellence within organizations. Upon the completion of this program, participants then become certified BahamaHost leaders enabling them to create environments where great customer service thrives. The BahamaHost Leadership Training Program includes:
After three years, the 40hrs BahamaHost certification expires and persons in the industry are expected to register for the refresher/recertification program. The 16hrs BahamaHost re-certification program has been strategically designed to:
23 July, 2015 The Bahamas showcased the best of Bahamian culture as the guest of honor at the Festival de Caribe in Santiago de Cuba.
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism has offices or representatives in the following locations:
Headquarters
British Colonial Financial Center, #1 Bay Street
Tel: (242) 302-2000
Fax: (242) 302-2098
Senior Officials:
Minister of Tourism
Permanent Secretary
Director General
Deputy Director General
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