Friday, August 19, 2011

Rihanna Named Cultural Ambassador for Barbados


After bringing international attention to Barbados' Crop Over celebration [click here if you missed that], Rihanna has been signed to a three year deal to promote the island exclusively by the Barbados Tourism Authority...

The BTA announced,
"We are proud to announce that musical sensation and social phenomenon Rihanna has partnered with the Barbados Tourism Authority as an exclusive promotional partner for three years."

A statement prepared for Rihanna reads,
"Barbados is a place like no other and one of the reasons for this is the spirit and national pride of our people.

"I want each and every visitor to this beautiful island to experience what makes this destination different from all others and that is the spirit and warmth of my fellow Barbadians."