Cost Of Three Trips By Minister Owen Darrell
A trip in October 2025 by Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell to Dallas cost $1,076.62, a trip to London cost $4,202.24, and a trip to Miami cost $572.44, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage.
Meeting with American Airlines Executives – Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, USA
The trip duration was listed as from October 29, 2025 – October 31, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Owen K Darrell, JP MP, Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport attended a meeting with executive representatives from American Airlines at its headquarters in Dallas Fort Worth. The Minister was accompanied by the CEO of the Bermuda Airport Authority, The Acting CEO and the Acting Chair of the Bermuda Tourism Authority as well as the President of Skyport.
“The discussions were particularly important in anticipation of the reopening of the Fairmont Southampton in 2026 and anticipated increase in demand. Current routes serviced by American Airlines include JFK, CLT, DCA and MIA, and the meeting explored opportunities to increase frequency during the meeting.
“A strengthening of communication channels and other initiatives for improved services are expected outcomes from the meeting.”
Expenses
- Air Travel: $531.88
- Ground Transportation: $37.26
- Accommodation: $395.59
- Meals: $69.89
- Miscellaneous: $42.00
- Total costs: $1,076.62
British Airways Air Service Development Meeting – London, United Kingdom
The trip duration was listed as from October 31, 2025 – November 3, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Owen K Darrell, JP MP, Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, met with executive representatives from British Airways at their headquarters to discuss air service ahead of the Fairmont Southampton’s 2026 opening and the projected surge in demand.
“British Airways has seen strong performance this year and has a positive outlook for the remained of 2025 and into 2026. The meeting reinforced the Government’s partnership with the airline, and the Bermuda Tourism Authority advised that it has expanded its sales, marketing and business development efforts in the UK market.
“The Minister was accompanied by Lester Nelson, CEO of the Bermuda Airport Authority, Erin Wright, Interim CEO and William Griffith, Acting Chair of the Bermuda Tourism Authority; and Aaron Adderley, President of Skyport.”
Expenses
- Air Travel: $2,409.59
- Ground Transportation: $160.76
- Accommodation: $1,300.26
- Meals: $303.65
- Miscellaneous: $27.98
- Total costs: $4,202.24
Carnival Cruise Line Meetings – Miami, FL, USA
The trip duration was listed as October 31, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Owen K Darrell, JP MP, Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport attended a meeting with senior representatives from Carnival Cruise Line in its Miami, FL headquarters that was scheduled to coincide with the return trip from meetings in Dallas Fort Worth. The Minister was accompanied by the Transport Coordinator from the Ministry’s Transport Planning Unit.
“Discussions included current cruise calls to Bermuda and the opportunity to expand port visits from various brands within Carnival.”
Expenses
- Air Travel: $138.48
- Ground Transportation: $22.45
- Accommodation: $254.48
- Meals: $87.03
- Miscellaneous: $70.00
- Total costs: $572.44
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