https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/caribbean hotel & tourism association/ Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-08-17T02:17:27+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-and-btn-forge-landmark-multi-year-media/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-and-btn-forge-landmark-multi-year-media/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), the leading advocate and representative body for the Caribbean hospitality and tourism industry, has announced a landmark two-year media partnership with Breaking Travel News (BTN), the world’s leading travel industry news platform. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:53:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-chta-concludes-43rd-caribbean-travel-ma/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-chta-concludes-43rd-caribbean-travel-ma/ The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has concluded the 43rd edition of its Caribbean Travel Marketplace, bringing together tourism leaders from across the region at a pivotal time for the industry. Hosted this year by Antigua and Barbuda — the smallest nation by population to ever stage the event — Marketplace drew more than 780 delegates for two days of high-impact meetings, collaboration, and conversation that underscored the Caribbean’s enduring value and collective strength. Fri, 30 May 2025 12:52:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-industry-reports-strong-2024-performance-with-optimistic/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-industry-reports-strong-2024-performance-with-optimistic/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) has released its annual Caribbean Tourism Industry Performance & 2025 Outlook Report, highlighting strong revenue growth, expanding visitor markets, and continued investment in the region’s tourism sector. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:57:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hundreds-to-descend-on-barbados-next-week-for-chta-marketplace-41/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hundreds-to-descend-on-barbados-next-week-for-chta-marketplace-41/ Bajans called to help sell brand Barbados when sellers and regional tourism players arrive Sun, 07 May 2023 11:54:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-barbados-prepares-to-welcome-caribbean-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-barbados-prepares-to-welcome-caribbean-travel/ Barbados’ prime minister, Mia Mottley, is preparing to welcome guests to the Caribbean Travel Marketplace in the coming days. Here Breaking Travel News finds out more about the industry-leading event Sun, 07 May 2023 09:54:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-ricos-caribe-hilton-to-host-mondays-caribbean-travel-forum-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-ricos-caribe-hilton-to-host-mondays-caribbean-travel-forum-awards/ As Caribbean tourism stakeholders make their way to San Juan, Puerto Rico for the 40th edition of Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) Caribbean Travel Marketplace, organizers are busy preparing for the Caribbean Travel Forum & Awards on Monday, October 3. Fri, 30 Sep 2022 06:15:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-urges-greater-collaboration-between-caribbean-governments-to-create-jo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-urges-greater-collaboration-between-caribbean-governments-to-create-jo/ The WTTC has revealed the Caribbean’s travel sector could generate 1.3 million jobs over the next decade, if governments and the private sector enhance intra-regional cooperation. Wed, 15 Jun 2022 15:18:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regional-tourism-bodies-call-on-sector-to-advance-hurricane-preparedness/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regional-tourism-bodies-call-on-sector-to-advance-hurricane-preparedness/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) have urged the tourism sector to step up preparations for the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Fri, 03 Jun 2022 16:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-headed-to-puerto-rico-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-headed-to-puerto-rico-in-october/ Caribbean tourism stakeholders are abuzz at the announcement by the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association that its bedrock Caribbean Travel Marketplace will return on October 3-5. Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:44:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-seeks-inter-regional-travel-boost-with-new-regulations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-seeks-inter-regional-travel-boost-with-new-regulations/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has called for a concerted effort by Caribbean government leaders to boost intra-regional travel, while fostering greater parity, clarity and consistency for travel. Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:50:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-return-in-the-spring/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-return-in-the-spring/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has confirmed Caribbean Travel Marketplace will return in person in the spring. However, no date or location were given for the show. Mon, 22 Nov 2021 07:56:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/madden-greig-appointed-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/madden-greig-appointed-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ Award-winning Jamaican businesswoman Nicola Madden-Greig was elevated to the position of president during the annual general meeting. Fri, 22 Oct 2021 08:29:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virtual-caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-return-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virtual-caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-return-next-month/ Caribbean Travel Marketplace will offer buyers from around the world a chance to refresh their portfolios as they prepare for the post-Covid-19 revival of travel and tourism. Wed, 05 May 2021 08:38:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-heads-online-for-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-heads-online-for-2021/ The show is considered the premier annual gathering in the region, where Caribbean hospitality and tourism professionals meet with colleagues and international buyers and sellers. Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:01:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-asks-canada-to-reconsider-covid-19-testing-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-asks-canada-to-reconsider-covid-19-testing-plans/ From January 7th Canada has required all residents and travellers entering from the Caribbean provide proof of a negative Covid-19 PCR test before their departure. Mon, 11 Jan 2021 08:49:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/comito-steps-down-as-leader-of-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/comito-steps-down-as-leader-of-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ During his tenure, Frank Comito led the association through the Covid-19 pandemic, several devastating hurricanes and numerous global challenges impacting the industry. Tue, 05 Jan 2021 11:30:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-president-predicts-rapid-return-for-caribbean-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-president-predicts-rapid-return-for-caribbean-tourism/ Pablo Torres said this was thanks to the protocols and partnerships implemented throughout the region to help lessen the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Thu, 31 Dec 2020 10:33:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-urges-tui-group-to-make-hotel-payments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-urges-tui-group-to-make-hotel-payments/ In April, CHTA appealed for a response from those tour operators which had failed to reimburse hotels for first quarter stays by travellers who had made their payments to the tour operators well in advance of their travel. Tue, 09 Jun 2020 09:50:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-warns-hotels-could-go-bust-if-tour-operators-fail-to-pay/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-warns-hotels-could-go-bust-if-tour-operators-fail-to-pay/ The head of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has called on any international tour operators which have delayed paying hotels for services delivered to the operators’ clients as early as January to expedite reimbursements. Mon, 04 May 2020 10:19:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-highlights-long-term-resilience-of-caribbean-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-highlights-long-term-resilience-of-caribbean-tourism/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has urged its stakeholders to take advantage of the coronavirus resources it has set up to contain the spread of the virus in the region. Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:37:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/frontin-to-lead-caribbean-society-of-hotel-association-executives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/frontin-to-lead-caribbean-society-of-hotel-association-executives/ Meeting in the Bahamas, the CSHAE executive and board crafted an action plan to address priorities and convened working committees to execute various items over the next six months. Mon, 17 Feb 2020 08:33:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-demand-ahead-of-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-demand-ahead-of-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2020/ Frank Comito, chief executive of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, reported that the region’s largest and longest-standing tourism marketing event had to date confirmed close to 500 delegates from more than 170 supplier companies. Tue, 24 Dec 2019 08:40:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-industry-seeks-to-offer-aid-to-the-bahamas-following-dorian-impact/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-industry-seeks-to-offer-aid-to-the-bahamas-following-dorian-impact/ Jamaica minister of tourism, Edmund Bartlett, has said the Jamaican-based Global Tourism Resilience & Crisis Management Centre has begun to mobilise resources to assist the Bahamas following the devastating effects of hurricane Dorian. Fri, 06 Sep 2019 08:30:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/preparations-begin-for-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/preparations-begin-for-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2020/ The 2020 Caribbean Travel Marketplace has opened for registration. The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, producers of the Caribbean’s largest and longest-standing tourism marketing event, has started its countdown for the 38th marketplace. Mon, 26 Aug 2019 08:39:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-lashes-out-at-new-booking.com-commission-policy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-lashes-out-at-new-booking.com-commission-policy/ An “overwhelming majority” of Caribbean hotels are reconsidering using Booking.com as a result of the new commission policy, according to the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association. Thu, 18 Jul 2019 10:29:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cartagena-joins-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cartagena-joins-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ The city, represented by COTELCO Cartagena, has become the organisation’s 33rd destination and the first commercial association to join the regional association in more than 15 years. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 13:43:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-headed-to-baha-mar-bahamas-for-2020-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-headed-to-baha-mar-bahamas-for-2020-event/ The event will be held in collaboration with the Bahamas ministry of tourism and the Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association, with the support of the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board and Baha Mar Mon, 25 Feb 2019 08:21:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/carol-rose-brown-director-jamaica-centre-for-tourism-innovation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/carol-rose-brown-director-jamaica-centre-for-tourism-innovation/ Breaking Travel News speaks to Carol Rose Brown, director of the Jamaica Centre for Tourism Innovation, at the Montego Bay Convention Centre during Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2019. She tells us how the cultural history of Jamaica plays a vital role in its contemporary hospitality offering. Fri, 01 Feb 2019 12:21:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/godfrey-dyer-chairman-tourism-enhancement-fund-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/godfrey-dyer-chairman-tourism-enhancement-fund-jamaica/ Breaking Travel News speaks to Godfrey Dyer, chairman of the Jamaica Tourism Enhancement Fund, during the Caribbean Travel Marketplace. He tells us how experiential tourism will boost both visitor numbers and revenue for the hospitality sector on the island. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 20:25:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/pamela-ewing-regional-marketing-manager-turks-caicos-tourist-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/pamela-ewing-regional-marketing-manager-turks-caicos-tourist-board/ Speaking to Breaking Travel News during Caribbean Travel Marketplace, Pamela Ewing, regional marketing manager for the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board, tells us about how the hospitality sector is developing in the destination. On the agenda are new hotels, growing airlift and an ever-increasing number of guests. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 18:38:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/karron-benjamin-interim-general-manager-montego-bay-convention-centre1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/karron-benjamin-interim-general-manager-montego-bay-convention-centre1/ Having been recognised with the title of Caribbean’s Leading Meetings & Conference Centre by the World Travel Awards, Karron Benjamin, interim general manager at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, tells Breaking Travel News how it feels to have won. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 18:21:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jason-sharp-managing-director-coffee-traders/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jason-sharp-managing-director-coffee-traders/ Speaking during Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Montego Bay, Jamaica, Jason Sharp, managing director of Coffee Traders Limited, tells Breaking Travel News how important the culinary offering of the island is to the hospitality sector. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 11:33:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/delia-bennett-and-lisa-morales-wilson-caribbean-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/delia-bennett-and-lisa-morales-wilson-caribbean-airlines/ Delia Bennett, sales executive, Jamaica & Bahamas, and Lisa Morales-Wilson, head of sales, Caribbean Airlines, speak to Breaking Travel News during the Caribbean Travel Marketplace. They tell us how important aviation is in the development and success of the hospitality sector in the region. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 11:33:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mavoy-smith-director-of-sales-montego-bay-convention-centre/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mavoy-smith-director-of-sales-montego-bay-convention-centre/ Mavoy Smith, director of sales for the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Jamaica, tells Breaking Travel News about the facility, what it offers to tourism in the Caribbean and how important it is to host events such as the Caribbean Travel Marketplace. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 08:18:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/melissa-alexander-director-leisure-sales-usa-canada-atlantis-bahamas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/melissa-alexander-director-leisure-sales-usa-canada-atlantis-bahamas/ Breaking Travel News catches up with Melissa Alexander, director of leisure sales in the USA & Canada for Atlantis Bahamas, during Caribbean Travel Marketplace. She tells us about the latest investments at the hotel, how it feel to have been recognised by the World Travel Awards and what the hotel is looking forward to in 2019. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 07:27:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/andres-cope-reservations-manager-crissa-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/andres-cope-reservations-manager-crissa-hotels/ As The S Hotel joins Spanish Court in the Crissa Hotels’ portfolio, Breaking Travel News chats with Andres Cope, reservations manager with the company, to find out more. Wed, 30 Jan 2019 19:37:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/affonso-dass-calls-for-renewed-focus-on-hospitality-during-caribbean-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/affonso-dass-calls-for-renewed-focus-on-hospitality-during-caribbean-travel/ President of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, Patricia Affonso-Dass, hailed the diversity, incredible natural beauty and people as core strengths of the region as she called for it to be better known as the most welcoming in the world. Wed, 30 Jan 2019 19:11:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-opens-in-montego-bay-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-opens-in-montego-bay-jamaica/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association officially opened the show earlier at the Montego Bay Convention Centre. The event will be held in collaboration with the Jamaica ministry of tourism, the Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association and the Jamaica Tourist Board. Wed, 30 Jan 2019 13:58:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ctm-2019-guyana-welcomes-record-visitor-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ctm-2019-guyana-welcomes-record-visitor-numbers/ As of December, Guyana recorded a total number of visitor arrivals of 286,732 passengers; a 15.93 per cent increase from the 247,330 visitors Guyana welcomed in 2017. Wed, 30 Jan 2019 13:33:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/breaking-travel-news-finds-out-more-about-coco-reef-in-tobago-from-resort-o/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/breaking-travel-news-finds-out-more-about-coco-reef-in-tobago-from-resort-o/ Breaking Travel News finds out more about Coco Reef in Tobago from resort owner John Jefferis. Speaking during Caribbean Travel Marketplace, he also tells out about the wave of optimism currently sweeping across the region. Wed, 30 Jan 2019 03:28:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chinese-buyers-flock-to-caribbean-travel-marketplace/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chinese-buyers-flock-to-caribbean-travel-marketplace/ Twenty companies will join more than 1,000 delegates registered for what promises to be a dynamic edition of the event slated for this month in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Fri, 18 Jan 2019 11:51:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-a-new-years-message-from-caribbean-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-a-new-years-message-from-caribbean-hotel/ As we enter the new year, Patricia Affonso-Dass, president of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, looks back with pride at how the region has overcome adversity and offers a message of optimism for 2019 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 09:48:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-predicts-strong-winter-season-as-airlift-takes-off/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-predicts-strong-winter-season-as-airlift-takes-off/ The Caribbean’s private sector has a unique opportunity to generate strong profits in the new year with the unprecedented quantity of airlift coming into the region. Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:21:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/affonso-dass-appointed-president-of-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/affonso-dass-appointed-president-of-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ Barbados hotelier Patricia Affonso-Dass has taken up office as the new president of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association. Mon, 25 Jun 2018 08:10:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-prepares-for-puerto-rico-showcase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-prepares-for-puerto-rico-showcase/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association is encouraging tour operators to attend its Caribbean Marketplace which is being held in January in Puerto Rico as the destination has declared itself officially open for tourism. Fri, 05 Jan 2018 09:52:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/festive-seasons-sees-caribbean-rebound-strongly-following-irma-impact/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/festive-seasons-sees-caribbean-rebound-strongly-following-irma-impact/ Holiday travellers are escaping to the Caribbean, with hotels in most destinations not impacted by this year’s hurricanes reporting occupancies in excess of 90 per cent over the holiday season. Sun, 24 Dec 2017 11:19:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/frank-comito-director-general-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/frank-comito-director-general-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ Frank Comito, director general at the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, tells Breaking Travel News only with cooperation between public and private sector stakeholders will the hospitality sector flourish in the region. Thu, 30 Nov 2017 17:23:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/karolin-troubetzkoy-president-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/karolin-troubetzkoy-president-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association president Karolin Troubetzkoy speaks to Breaking Travel News about the growth in the hospitality sector in the region, how important sustainability will be for the future, and the possibilities of future cooperation among rival destinations. Mon, 27 Nov 2017 22:53:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-to-welcome-caribbean-travel-marketplace-in-show-of-strength-fol/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-to-welcome-caribbean-travel-marketplace-in-show-of-strength-fol/ Puerto Rico will host the Caribbean’s largest tourism marketing event in San Juan from January 30th -February 1st next year. The decision comes as officials work rapidly to prepare hotels and meeting facilities impacted by the recent hurricanes. Mon, 23 Oct 2017 08:26:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-calls-for-global-action-to-tackle-climate-change-following-devastating/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-calls-for-global-action-to-tackle-climate-change-following-devastating/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association is backing calls by Caribbean leaders for the international community to keep the devastating impact of climate change on the global development agenda. Thu, 21 Sep 2017 09:54:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-across-caribbean-struggles-following-hurricane-irma-impact/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-across-caribbean-struggles-following-hurricane-irma-impact/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has released its latest assessment of the impact of Hurricane Irma, reporting widespread disruption across the region. Sun, 10 Sep 2017 14:46:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-urges-hurricane-precautions-across-regi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-urges-hurricane-precautions-across-regi/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has expressed sympathy for the loss of life and hardship following the passage of Hurricane Irma. The regional tourism body has urged Caribbean residents and visitors in the projected path of the storm to take continued precautions as it makes its way through parts of the northern Caribbean. Fri, 08 Sep 2017 10:32:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-deepens-partnership-with-dominican-repu/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-deepens-partnership-with-dominican-repu/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association is deepening its partnership and outreach to hoteliers and tourism partners in the Dominican Republic. Mon, 31 Jul 2017 07:56:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/simonitsch-honoured-by-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/simonitsch-honoured-by-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ Legendary Caribbean hotelier Heinz Simonitsch, who defined luxury hospitality and environmental sustainability, will receive the first Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association Icon of Hospitality Award. Fri, 14 Jul 2017 09:03:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/affonso-dass-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/affonso-dass-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ Leading hotelier Patricia Affonso-Dass has been selected as president-elect of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association. The group general manager at Ocean Hotels in Barbados, Affonso-Dass was elected to the important leadership role at the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association annual general meeting. Tue, 06 Jun 2017 03:52:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bahamas-welcomes-caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-atlantis-paradise-island/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bahamas-welcomes-caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-atlantis-paradise-island/ The much-anticipated Caribbean Travel Marketplace has opened with grand fanfare at the Grand Ballroom of the Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas. The Bahamas laid out the red carpet in true Bahamian fashion. Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:52:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-sees-surge-in-interest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-sees-surge-in-interest/ There has been a surge in new buyer interest for this month’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, according to the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association. The region’s leading travel trade association announced that in addition to the longstanding representation of tour operators, wholesalers and online travel agencies who attend the regional event, 15 new buyers from close to a dozen countries have registered to participate in the Caribbean’s largest marketing event. Tue, 17 Jan 2017 09:03:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-calls-for-caribbean-us-tourism-dialogue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-calls-for-caribbean-us-tourism-dialogue/ Officials from the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association have presented a paper to attendees at a Capitol Hill Briefing in Washington DC urging the creation of a Caribbean-US public-private sector dialogue and a framework for a Caribbean-United States tourism action agenda to strengthen Caribbean engagement with the United States. Thu, 23 Jun 2016 08:40:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-return-to-the-bahamas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-travel-marketplace-to-return-to-the-bahamas/ Caribbean Travel Marketplace, the Caribbean’s largest and most significant marketing forum, will return to The Bahamas for the second consecutive year when the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association stages the event from January 31st at Atlantis, Paradise Island. Thu, 14 Apr 2016 09:09:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/expedia-reveals-surge-in-demand-for-caribbean-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/expedia-reveals-surge-in-demand-for-caribbean-travel/ The Expedia group has reported at Caribbean Travel Marketplace an increase in travel demand of 20 per cent year over year for the Caribbean via the company’s platforms during the third quarter of 2015 with significant growth reported across the entire region. The company also reports that Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic remains the top producing market in the Caribbean with more than 15 per cent growth year over year in the third quarter of 2015 when compared to the same period in 2014. Mon, 25 Jan 2016 16:06:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emil-lee-takes-stock-after-first-year-at-chta/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emil-lee-takes-stock-after-first-year-at-chta/ Emil Lee, president of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, has reported progress during his first year in office as CHTA continues its evolution into a ‘hub and spoke’ organisation. He said he is pleased that the focus on strengthening the National Hotel & Tourism Associations throughout the region is evolving quickly. Fri, 28 Aug 2015 08:59:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-reveals-agenda-for-exchange-forum/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-reveals-agenda-for-exchange-forum/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has tapped leading tourism industry professionals to engage members during the general sessions of the association’s Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum. CHTA members will learn valuable business practices which can be implemented to generate revenue, reduce costs and become more efficient. Fri, 07 Aug 2015 07:26:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-warns-caribbean-to-avoid-complacency-over-cuban-tourism-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-warns-caribbean-to-avoid-complacency-over-cuban-tourism-growth/ For far too long the Caribbean has taken tourism for granted according to a white paper issued by the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association entitled Cuba: The Great Disruption for the Good of the Caribbean. The paper states that the country that many regard as the least capitalistic in the region is about to teach its neighbour governments, capitalists and free market adherents a lesson. Mon, 06 Jul 2015 13:55:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-signs-up-cable-wireless-for-hospitality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-signs-up-cable-wireless-for-hospitality/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Cable & Wireless Communications, a full-service communications provider operating in 16 countries throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. The deal will see CWC work with hoteliers as the business solutions provider behind the end to end hospitality deployment of full IP network and telephony in the Caribbean, helping CHTA members reduce costs and increase efficiency in hotel operations. Mon, 20 Apr 2015 08:27:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-outlines-plans-for-new-chief-event-in-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-outlines-plans-for-new-chief-event-in-puerto-rico/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has outlined plans for the new Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum, an event designed for hospitality and tourism professionals. The event provides best practices and hands-on learning opportunities to help hoteliers “make more money and save more money”. CHIEF will be held from October 2nd-4th at El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort in Puerto Rico. Wed, 15 Apr 2015 09:39:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-president-lee-calls-for-closer-cooperation-with-private-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-president-lee-calls-for-closer-cooperation-with-private-sector/ Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association president Emil Lee has called for closer cooperation between the public and private sectors during an address to the Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association. “Commitment and collaboration between the public and private sectors at an unprecedented level is essential if the Caribbean is to realise the potential which tourism presents in elevating and transforming the economies of the region and generating employment at all levels,” stated Lee. Fri, 10 Apr 2015 09:19:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-operating-officer-for-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-operating-officer-for-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ Emil Lee, president of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, has announced that long-time employee Vanessa Ledesma-Berrios has been promoted to the position of chief operating officer. The move makes her the first female to hold such a commanding position within the CHTA headquarters staff. Fri, 13 Feb 2015 11:42:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-strengthens-leadership-with-new-appoint/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-strengthens-leadership-with-new-appoint/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, in a move to strengthen its management team, has created a new post and named marketing and media executive Matt Cooper as the chief marketing officer for the association. At the same time, the organisation has promoted long-time director of operations and events Vanessa Ledesma to the position of chief operating officer. Tue, 03 Feb 2015 10:51:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-welcomes-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2015/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-welcomes-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2015/ Puerto Rico has been hosting the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2015 at the Puerto Rico Convention Center. The event is considered one of the most important symposiums of the tourism industry in the Caribbean. Ingrid Rivera Rocafort, executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, explained that around 1,100 delegates from 29 different countries were expected to attend. Sat, 31 Jan 2015 09:39:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/comito-steps-up-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/comito-steps-up-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, representing 32 National Hotel Associations across the region, has appointed hospitality and tourism industry veteran Frank Comito as the new chief executive and director general. The new was announced as the annual Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association Caribbean Travel Marketplace gets underway in Puerto Rico. Comito will assume the post March 9th, 2015. Thu, 29 Jan 2015 09:47:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rankin-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rankin-to-lead-caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-in-europe/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has appointed Nadine Rankin, managing director for AMG, as a regional vice president for the European market. Rankin will be responsible for ensuring that CHTA focuses on understanding the challenges that present themselves in this competitive industry.  Wed, 08 May 2013 00:50:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/green-globe-supports-caribbean-hotel-and-tourism-association-education-foun/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/green-globe-supports-caribbean-hotel-and-tourism-association-education-foun/ Green Globe Certification supports the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association Education Foundation-Haiti Fund (CHTAEF-Haiti Fund) and recently donated US$2,000 to purchase 5 netbooks with MS software for surviving Haiti hotel school students who lost their institution as a result of the devastating earthquake of January 12 in 2010. Mon, 01 Oct 2012 17:30:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-president-josef-forstmayr-to-emphasize-air-lift-and-taxation-at-chtc-c/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-president-josef-forstmayr-to-emphasize-air-lift-and-taxation-at-chtc-c/ Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association President Josef Forstmayr intends to make airline lift and taxation two of the many issues for discussion at the upcoming inaugural Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Conference (CHTC). Wed, 18 May 2011 22:02:24 +0000