Caribbean Tourism News Page 11
Get Ready for a Sizzling July in The Bahamas
As the summer sun blazes high in the sky and the water temperatures rise, The Bahamas invites visitors to a month packed with excitement and adventure. From the vibrant rhythms of the Goombay Summer Festival to the serene beaches of the Out Islands, The Bahamas is the place to be this summer.
Archipelago International Partners with CLERHP Estructuras S.A for the First Time
Archipelago International, the largest private hotel management company in Southeast Asia, has officially partnered with CLERHP Estructuras S.A. to manage the Grand Aston Golf Hotel & Residences at Larimar City & Resort, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Punta Cana is a city located in the La Altagracia Province at the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic, an island nation bordering the Caribbean Sea.
Reimagining of Caribbean Tourism Key to Resilience of the Industry, says Minister Ed Bartlett
Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett believes the push to reimagine Caribbean Tourism is key to ensuring the resilience of the industry. Speaking at the Council of Ministers during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week in New York on Tuesday June 18, Minister Bartlett expressed his support for implementing changes that will benefit the region.
CHTA Caribbean Travel Marketplace Delegates Receive Warm Jamaican Welcome
Jamaica showcased the best of its heritage in food, dance and music last night (May 20) to over 1,000 delegates from more than 45 countries who are attending the 42nd Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM42), being held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre.
Bahamas & St Lucia win Caribbean Destination Resilience Awards
The Bahamas and St Lucia were named as winners of Caribbean Destination Resilience Awards at the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) 2024 Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Patricia Affonso-Dass Named Caribbean Hotelier of the Year
Patricia Affonso-Dass, Group General Manager of Ocean Hotels Group in Barbados, is the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) Caribbean Hotelier of the Year. This recognition is a testament to her decades-long dedication and exemplary leadership in the hospitality industry, underscoring her significant contributions to Barbados and the wider Caribbean region.
Caribbean Hot in 2024 Tourism Surge
The travel industry is on a roll in 2024, with people spending more and traveling further. A new report by Mastercard Economics Institute says this is great news for many economies, especially those in the Caribbean.
CHTA Presents Caribbean Travel Forum 2024: Visioning A New Tourism Landscape for the Region
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) aims to reimagine the region’s tourism landscape at the third annual Caribbean Travel Forum, taking place Monday, May 20 in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Kicking off this year’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, the annual event brings together leading regional and international thought leaders to discuss tourism business opportunities and strategies for success in the Caribbean, the heart of the global travel industry.
ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND ANNOUNCES MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND LAUNCH OF BARBIE BAHAMAS
Atlantis Paradise Island, the world’s most remarkable destination resort, in an exclusive partnership with global toy and entertainment company Mattel, is set to launch resort-wide programming and entertainment this Memorial Day weekend with Barbie Bahamas Beach Vacation
BEACHES® RESORTS ADDS A SPLASH OF MOVEMENT AND MINDFULNESS TO FAMILY TRAVEL ITINERARIES
Enhancing opportunities for family connection and enrichment on vacation and beyond, the family-friendly Beaches Resorts joins global impact nonprofit organization and longtime partner, Sesame Workshop, to debut all-new programming designed to get children rising, smiling and shining under the Caribbean sun.
CHTA Launches Multi-Destination Media Trip
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is gearing up for its first multi-destination media trip, designed to illuminate the interconnectedness and diversity across the Caribbean. Scheduled from May 17 to 27, this initiative will showcase the vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unique experiences spanning St. Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.
May 23 is Responsible Tourism Day
From Monday May 20 to Thursday, May 23, the Caribbean Travel Marketplace, a showpiece of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourist Association (CHTA), will convene at the Montego Bay Conference Centre in St James, Jamaica. It is the premier event for connecting suppliers of Caribbean travel products and services with global buyers.