CARIBBEAN HOTEL AND TOURISM ASSOCIATION AND THE NATURE CONSERVANCY FORGE TIES

Agreement Inked to Protect the Environment and Promote Tourism Sustainability MIAMI (August 25, 2019) – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has teamed up with one of the world’s leading environmental organizations, The Nature Conservancy (TNC), to help create a more resilient Caribbean where tourism thrives while communities benefit and natural resources are used […]

Industry Readies for 2019 Atlantic Storm Season

NOAA Predicts Near-normal 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season Readiness Plans Should be Well Underway – Training, Stakeholder Meetings, Reviews of Policies, Stockpiling Provisions and Materials CHTA Updates Crisis Communications Guide Industry Hurricane Cancellation Guidelines for Hotels and Destinations See How Your Readiness Plans Stack Up Against Best Practices Insurance Readiness – Before and After TripMate Travel […]

CARIBBEAN305 RETURNS TO MIAMI THIS SUMMER

A celebration of the culinary, spirits and cultural wonders of the Caribbean coming to Mana Wynwood, June 22 MIAMI (May 16, 2019) – South Florida’s premier Caribbean culinary and cultural celebration, Caribbean305, returns to Miami on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Mana Wynwood, a new location for the annual event. Featuring flavors from more than […]

DISASTER READINESS: INSIGHTS FROM TROPICAL SHIPPING

As we approach the June 1st opening of the hurricane season, our thoughts should shift to readiness. Last month, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) partnered with Tropical Shipping for its annual disaster management workshop series, with two sessions held in The Bahamas. Tropical has conducted annual workshops in the Caribbean for many years, […]

BCV SOCIAL PROVIDES SIX TIPS FOR FOOLPROOF SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTOS

Picture this: you’re scrolling through your Instagram feed when all of a sudden you’re captured by the most beautiful spread of fresh fruit, buttery croissants, and fluffy scrambled eggs. Every dish looks so tantalizing that you swear you can smell the aromas through your screen. A few questions come to mind: 1) Where can I […]

WTTC Shares Global Megatrends That Are Shaping New Imperatives for Travel & Tourism Industry

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As global forces converge to create unprecedented change across all industries, the future of travel and tourism will be shaped by those companies and destinations which provide unique and meaningful experiences, harness the power of networks, provide a personal service to sustainability-minded consumers, and are led by trustworthy and responsible leadership. These are the findings […]

CHTA & 7 PILLARS JOIN FORCES TO PROVIDE NEW BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

7 Pillars Marketing on Demand Portal to Support Member Marketing Strategies MIAMI (May 7, 2019) – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has announced a new partnership with business solutions provider, The 7 Pillars of Digital Marketing , which is a partner company of Blueliner Marketing. 7 Pillars is a group of professional marketing […]

CARTAGENA TOURISM ASSOCIATION JOINS CHTA AS FIRST NEW DESTINATION IN 15 YEARS

MIAMI (April 16, 2019) – Cartagena, the colonial port city on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, represented by COTELCO Cartagena, joined the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) as its 33rd destination and the first commercial association to join the regional association in more than 15 years. COTELCO Cartagena, a chapter of Colombia’s hotel and […]

HOW TO BOOST BUSINESS BY EMBRACING CHANGE, DIVERSITY AND GROWTH

“Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson. Be strategic: Those that adapt to change and uncertainty are better positioned to thrive in tough times.   Understanding the issues and industry trends impacting your business and visualizing the growth potential is essential for success […]

HOTEL EXPERIENCES THAT ENGAGE, ENTERTAIN, AND EDUCATE

With wellness travel being one of that fastest growing sectors in tourism and experiential travel being a key driver for the millennial market, STEM@ Hotels has found new programs and product offerings for their hotels that integrate with the local resources to provide unique experiences for guests.  Belize Ocean Club, offers guests activities that promote […]