The UN Declares 2017 the Year of Sustainable Tourism Development
Written by Denaye Hinds, OBM International With the UN dedicating 2017 as the Year of Sustainable Tourism Development (STDP) there is much discussion about what sustainable tourism is. At OBMI we believe Sustainable Tourism Development is when all aspects of tourism’s impact are considered while developing a plan for new, improved or re-imagined tourism. This […]
Responsible Food Purchasing: Four Steps towards Sustainability for the Hospitality Sector
For many countries, tourism provides a significant source of foreign exchange and foreign direct investment. If managed sustainably, tourism can make an important contribution towards conserving natural and cultural heritage resources, generating and distributing wealth equitably, empowering the disadvantaged, generating jobs and supporting infrastructure development. More than most sectors, the hospitality sector is often under pressure […]
Booking.com Launches Accelerator Programe for Startups in Sustainable Tourism
Today Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travellers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, announced the launch of its new accelerator programme, Booking.com Booster. Designed to identify, mentor and fund enterprising startups from around the world that are seeking to have a positive impact on the global tourism industry, the 3-week programme […]
CTO Sustainable Tourism Awards 2017
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is hosting the Sustainable Tourism Awards in this the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, as part of its efforts to support responsible tourism development and promote Sustainable Tourism products and services in the region. The Awards are open to individuals, groups, organizations and companies in any CTO member […]
Caribbean Tourism Arrivals hit All-Time High
Caribbean tourism broke new ground in 2016, surpassing 29 million arrivals for the first time ever, and once again growing faster than the global average. “Despite political, security and economic uncertainties and challenges in our main source markets, tourist arrivals to the Caribbean increased by 4.2 per cent in 2016, better than the 3.9 per […]
CHTAEF Offers a Special Thank You to All of our Hotel Donors!
Thanks to the generosity of all of our Caribbean Hotel donors and specially to the continued support of Interval International and Virgin Holidays, the largest scholarship program in the Caribbean Hospitality & Tourism Industry will continue to support new scholars. 2017 Corporate Donors Abaco Beach Resort Chenay Bay Resort Hotel on the Cay Scrub […]
Applications for CHTA Education Foundation Scholarships are Now Open!
The CHTA Education Foundation volunteer trustees administer one of the largest scholarship programs available in the Caribbean Hospitality & Tourism Industry. The application period for a CHTAEF scholarships is now open. Please submit completed applications before March 30th, 2017. CLICK HERE to download the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered for scholarships. Transcripts […]
New CHTA Members – January 2017
A La Turca Textiles – www.alaturcatextiles.com Agilysys – www.agilysys.com Azingo Hospitality LTD – www.azingohospitality.com Bahamas A Sus Ordenes – www.bahamasasusordenes.com Caribbean Bookins Inc. – www.democaribbeanbookins.com Caribbean Wellness and Education – www.caribbeanwe.com Carnival Corporation & PLC – www.carnivalcorp.com Deja Resort – www.dejaresort.com Elite Airways – www.eliteairways.com Gharieni USA – www.gharieni.com ILike Organic Skin Care from Szep […]
Max Loayza Named Food and Beverage Director of Four Seasons Resort Nevis
Four Seasons Resort Nevis welcomes the appointment of Max Loayza to Director of Food and Beverage of the Caribbean resort. Since taking on the position, Max has overseen the Resort’s top-rated, gourmet culinary program, focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creativity. “We are glad to welcome Max back to the Four Seasons family,” […]
STR and Travelzoo Caribbean Hotel Industry Insights
During CHTA’s January Board of Directors Meeting, CHTA industry partners STR and Travelzoo presented their most recent study of the state of the Caribbean Hotel Industry and the most impactful trends in the travel industry. Mr. Stephen R. Hennis, Vice President of STR and Mr. Seth Forman, General Manager – Destinations for Travelzoo delivered their […]