2016 Tourism Service Excellence Awards (TSEA) Individual National Champion Simone Folkes,
as part of her prize, spent seven (7) days at the Sandals Resort in Barbados and was afforded
spending money courtesy of the National Export- Import Bank (EXIM); both of which are sponsors of the awards programme.
During her time in the beautiful island of Barbados Simone had the pleasure of meeting with Government
Officials within the Ministry of Tourism, visiting the birth place and Home of International Super Star Rhianna , exploring
the oceans in one of Barbados’ major water tours - The Atlantis Submarine and visiting other remarkable attractions.
It was a true VIP experience for Folkes, who returned to the island on Sunday February 18, 2018. She expressed her
gratitude to TSEA for recognizing those who contribute to the tourism sector. “I gained a well-rounded experience,
for which I am grateful. I toured the Sandals property and took advantage of the many activities that the resort
and the country had to offer. including being invited to exclusive social and networking events but the highlight of
my trip, however was meeting the country’s Minister of Tourism. TSEA is an example that hard work pays off.” She said.