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December 11, 2025At the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) event, Bahamian tourism legend Sir Baltron Bethel was honoured with the prestigious inaugural CMEx Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognition celebrates his groundbreaking contributions to the Caribbean travel industry. With a career spanning decades, Sir Baltron’s leadership and unwavering dedication have played a pivotal role in shaping the region’s tourism landscape. His innovative strategies and commitment to excellence have not only elevated The Bahamas but have set a benchmark for the entire Caribbean tourism sector. This accolade underscores his lasting impact on Caribbean travel and his status as a true industry pioneer.At the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) event held on Sunday, Bahamian tourism trailblazer Sir Baltron Bethel was presented with the prestigious inaugural CMEx Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising his extraordinary contributions to the development of regional tourism.Advertisement During his acceptance speech at the annual CMEx Leadership Awards & Fundraiser, Sir Baltron, who holds the distinction of being The Bahamas’ first and longest-serving Director General of Tourism, humbly thanked the audience. He took the opportunity to highlight the collective achievements of the Caribbean region in advancing tourism.“I am most grateful and highly honored by CMEx for this Lifetime Achievement Award. I would like to heartily congratulate all of the well-deserved awardees — captains of industry within our region — who have done so much in their respective spheres to better the lives of our people and to move towards the lofty aspirations which have guided us and have made this region an example of excellence.”The tourism visionary credited his long career to partnerships and a shared regional vision: “I am grateful to God, to my supportive and long-suffering family, as well as those who have provided me with the various opportunities of public service.”“Let me acknowledge today that I accept this award as a special recognition of the hard work and the achievements of those who have succeeded me in the office of Director General of Tourism in The Bahamas and in …
