Comments on: OBA: “Electioneering, Tourism & Reality”

By: Richard

Richard — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:24:04 +0000

you know I here people calling Mr Furbert a Flip Flop answer this for me what are you doing for Bermuda really

By: shirlely Richardson

shirlely Richardson — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:44:47 +0000

So what is the UBP/OBA doing? sounds like electioneering to me, they are trying to change the subject, the people want to know what about the secret plan? For the so called new party to have any appearance of integrity, they need to answer that question, Was Kim Swan telling the truth about the consultants advice? What about the plan?

By: Private Pyle

Private Pyle — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 23:45:36 +0000

Cha

By: Truth (Original)

Truth (Original) — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 21:53:49 +0000

Um. Mountbatten.

The storm just hit a couple weeks ago. Tourism has been in the toilet for over a decade. What are you talking about?

By: Marc G Daniels

Marc G Daniels — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 21:28:08 +0000

The question posed is misleading and disingenuous from the get go:

Ask yourselves, when have Bermudian hotels, in all of its history, maintained the same price point consistently throughout the calendar year? It is illogical to suggest that any hotel in Bermuda would maintain the same rates during peak season, as those offered during the winter months, as our tourism package is not of equal weight between the various seasons that we experience.

If the afore-mentioned post had been stated in June, July & August, perhaps the original question by the Shadow Minister would carry more weight; but since it is not, the Shadow Minister’s question is nothing more than electioneering.

By: US Observer in Pink Sand

US Observer in Pink Sand — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:51:41 +0000

@M.P.Mountbatten JP – If they were smart they could have used this as an opportunity. DUH!! Tourism 101.

By: concerned ambassador

concerned ambassador — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:46:05 +0000

Hmm is it possible that $200-$300 is what should be paid for a standard room in a 4 star resort? That’s what is being charged at the Ritz Carlton (5star) in montego bay.
We need a reality check. $500.00 – $700.00 plus fees and taxes to stay in a STANDARD room is kind of outrageous.
I don’t care who is in charge of tourism Wayne, Shawn or an authority. Unless we can come to the realisation that we have prices ourselves out of reach for the average traveler and correct this (wIth regulation) the numbers will continue to spiral.

Also to the plp. As an ambassador, I don’t need a 25% increase on my meter. My locals are suffering enough. Think about a 25% fuel rebate. At present 1/3 of my daily take is going back in my tank.

On the mater of the the cruise ships. LET THEM OPEN THEIR CASINOS!!! We need ships in Hamilton and St. George so that we are not driving around empty 1/2 the time.

By: Proud2BBermudian

Proud2BBermudian — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:45:56 +0000

The point is not who our market tourists are…the point here is that the Tourism Minister claims that tourism is on the rise however this particular special being offered does not support that. That is Mr. Crockwell’s point and it is cetainly not nonsense.

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:22:30 +0000

I’m not cpu savvy enough but as the guy on the Everest show said can we get a tv debt before the election? Start a petition lets get them to put their money where there mouth is and lets do it. The PLP should be all for this as they have said constantly that Premier Cox could run circles around the opposition leader. Lets do it.

LOL

By: Stop Complaining for 1 sec

Stop Complaining for 1 sec — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:19:31 +0000

Most popular travel destinations experience highs and lows in the flow of visitors. During low periods airlines and hotels are eager to attract customers by offering deals, price-cutting, freebies, and special offers.

Save up to 52% on 14 hotels throughout the UK for stays from 18 Nov-28 Feb, 2013

http://www.travelzoo.com/featured-destinations/

Have a look at link above.

Its ALL over the world, but just like Romney the OBA would have you believe its just in Bermuda folks

By: whatever

whatever — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:02:40 +0000

Yes, I think that’s exactly what he just said! Thanks Mounty for clarifying that Wayne is full of ______.

By: M.P.Mountbatten JP

M.P.Mountbatten JP — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:53:08 +0000

Don’t doubt what you’re saying. Many wealthy Bermudians flee the Island at the first sign of any hurricane and WILL not return until all the comforts are restored . It’s Human nature to go to a home away from home during a crisis .. For the people that you encountered in Florida , Bermuda is just not that home . Hope you had fun ..

By: swing voter

swing voter — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:40:35 +0000

If my business is booming why would I offer a discount? the only way I would offer a discount is if inventory isn’t moving. Wayne has an MBA. I have a BSSC …..go figure

By: swing voter

swing voter — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:34:44 +0000

he’s got 2 of em….which one are you referring to

By: stand strong

stand strong — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:19:13 +0000

the Southampton Princess also cut 3 Bermudian entertainers at the Jasmine Lounge this month – independent contract so not news worthy.

By: Joe Perry

Joe Perry — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:00:06 +0000

Mountbatten….

had the pleasure of staying in Miami on the weekend, and the hotel was FULL of people hit by the hurricane.
They all said the same story that had no electricty or houses being repaired so decided to get away for a break while repairs ongoing…..ALL were thinking vacation…though not Bermuda

By: Come Correct

Come Correct — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:56:40 +0000

So you admitt Wayne is talking out of his rectum?

By: Bermyman

Bermyman — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:47:04 +0000

Ask any Taxi driver if they think tourism is on the UP. Their answer will be NO. And they are the front line.

By: terry

terry — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:30:41 +0000

Stop spinning Mountbatten
That is utter gabage you just wrote.
How much the PLP pay ing you.

By: Chart

Chart — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:16:27 +0000

The steep discounting does explain some of the little bumps in occupancy that Furbert’s reporting. Yes, numbers are up, but the bottom line is down. The story of the PLP.

By: M.P.Mountbatten JP

M.P.Mountbatten JP — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:14:39 +0000

Welll if our major market is the US east coast … then I could see a problem there … How would a Tourism Authority tackle a situation compounded by a super storm that devastated one of Bermuda’s major markets ? Those poor people don’t have electricity to function from day to day . Nobodies thinking vacation to Bermuda . Shawn stop yah nonsense .

By: US Observer in Pink Sand

US Observer in Pink Sand — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:12:16 +0000

I like this actually…it’s time to re-establish integrity and respect in a government that takes true leadership.

By: SoMuchMore

SoMuchMore — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:10:16 +0000

…and flip flop furbert states that tourism is getting better, smdh.