The signing of the MOU is part of on-going drive by the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) to “maximize exposure of the tri-island destination of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique”, and will act as a streamlined framework for the collaboration between the GTA and Airbnb.

“Solidifying a strategic alliance with a global entity like Airbnb demonstrates our commitment to strengthening Grenada’s tourism sector by tapping into new segments of the industry and providing Grenadians with opportunities that stimulate our island’s economic growth,” said Grenada’s minister of tourism, Clarice Modeste-Curwen.

“Grenada is known and loved for the warm and friendly hospitality of its people, world-class beaches, cuisine, culture and we recognize that in order for the destination to remain competitive we must grow and evolve with the ever-changing travel landscape.”

Airbnb plays an increasingly important role in Grenada’s tourism sector with more than 400 active listings across the island and typical host annual earnings of US $2,200.

In recent months, Airbnb has reached a series of partnerships with countries in the Caribbean, including the recent signing of an agreement with the Caribbean Tourism Organization.

"We are proud to partner with Grenada and help create genuine experiences for travellers and new economic opportunities for Grenadians while highlighting local culture and heritage,” said Shawn Sullivan, Airbnb’s public policy lead for Central America and the Caribbean.