Blue Waters Resort & Spa, led by their Executive Chef, Mr. Michael Harrison, has taken an initiative to promote community outreach.

The resort’s ownership has approved this initiative, which involves the entire team. The team members volunteer once a month to prepare, cook and serve meals for the homeless at the Soup Kitchen near the St. John’s Market.

 The resort provides the ingredients. This program began in June 2023.

This year, the Antigua Barbuda Hotels & Tourism Association (ABHTA) and the Ministry of Tourism, Education Division have come together to create a comprehensive School Visitation Program.

The program aims to enrich the educational experience of school students while uplifting the tourism industry. By providing firsthand knowledge of the tourism industry, the program hopes to inspire their interest and curiosity.

Blue Waters Resort & Spa, based in the north of the island, has committed to work with both the St. Anthony’s Secondary School and the Cedar Grove Primary School.

The first activity began in Christmas 2022 with the St. Anthony’s Secondary School (SASS) serenading the guests and staff of the resort with carols by the school band “The SASS Renegades”.

During the year, members of the Blue Waters’ team participated in student development activities with their CAPE Department to guide students on resume writing and prepare them for the world of work.

On Thursday, December 7, 2023, both Team Blue Waters and the CAPE students of SASS, along with their Principal, Mrs. Joann Boulous-Callias, brought festive cheer to the Soup Kitchen. The teams put up decorations, provided music, a delectable menu and cheer for the season.