Viewing posts from : January 2018
CHTA Honors the Memory of Barbara Furey
By Press PR | Blog, In Memoriam | 0 Comments
Barbara Furey, a publishing specialist and long-time supporter and contributor to the promotion and marketing of the Caribbean region, has died from complications following a short illness. She was 76 years of age. She worked alongside her partner and husband, James Furey, for more than 40 years representing the interests of the Caribbean in an […]
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Public Spaces Raise Exciting Expectations in 2018
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Written by OBM International Design trends are constantly evolving and the hospitality industry is always looking for its next big inspiration. From countless digital innovations to smarter customized solutions and multiple sense enhancing dining experiences, hoteliers are looking at various novel approaches to stay at the forefront of the luxury travel evolution. This year, hotel […]
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Be a Warm Weather Escape for Snow Birds this Winter
By Press PR | Blog, CHTAEF | 0 Comments
With record breaking low temperatures hitting the US this winter, many avid travelers will flock to the New York Times Travel Show to find their ideal warm weather escape for the season. Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your property at the New York Times Travel Show, the largest and longest-running trade and consumer trade […]
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Caribbean Tourism Job Bank
By Press PR | Blog, Job Bank | 0 Comments
Seasonal, Temporary and Permanent Positions The recent storms created a need for qualified talent to connect with seasonal, temporary and permanent job vacancies. In response, CHTA created the Caribbean Tourism Job Bank which connects talented Caribbean hospitality and tourism professionals with numerous gainful employment opportunities in and out of the Caribbean. This is an excellent […]
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Did You Jump on the 2017 Social Bandwagons?
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Written by BCV From planking to Pokemon Go, trends and fads are constantly evolving. As people change and companies grow, new trends make their way to the forefront, especially in social media where 2017 ushered in a new wave of social media trends. Check out our picks for 2017’s top four social media trends: 1. […]
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Waking the Sleeping Giant
By Press PR | Blog, Sustainability | 0 Comments
Written by Jake Kheel, Grupo Puntacana Foundation While preparing for the panel, “Tourism and Sustainability: Threats, Risks, Opportunities and Challenges” at the recent Conference on Jobs and Inclusive Growth: Partnerships for Sustainable Tourism in Jamaica, I realized one of the biggest threats the tourism industry faces today is the environmental and social cost of our […]
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Mark your Calendar for CHTA’s Summer Events
By Press PR | Blog, CHIEF, Marketplace, Taste | 0 Comments
Summer 2018 will bring the Caribbean hospitality and tourism industry back to Miami, for more networking, learning, delicious Caribbean cuisine and lots of fun surprises. The Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) June 22-24, 2018 Hyatt Regency Miami, USA www.chtachief.com CHIEF is the premier educational forum for Caribbean hospitality and tourism professionals. CHIEF is where […]
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The Value of an Event Sponsorship
By Press PR | Blog, Sponsorship | 0 Comments
It is a truth universally acknowledged that some marketing tactics are harder to measure than others. Among the most difficult are event sponsorships, which succeed in combining various marketing channels such as press, advertisement, television, radio, signage, logo placement and online reach. Most event sponsorship also includes associated “intangibles”- branded VIP parties, meet-and-greets with industry […]
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New Buyers are Coming to #CHTAMarketplace18
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The Caribbean’s biggest and longest-running marketing event is around the corner, and everyone is getting ready to do a year’s worth of business in just 3 days. At this year’s Marketplace, get ready to meet 19 buyer companies, 4 of which are Meeting Incentive Convention and Event (MICE) Buyers. These buyers are coming from all […]
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