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. A true product of […]
CHTA Unveils Dynamic Rebranding and Intuitive Website, Redefining Excellence in Caribbean Hospitality
The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) has introduced a vibrant rebranding initiative, signifying a new era of excellence in Caribbean hospitality. Launched during Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the rebranding, developed by The Anything Group (TAG), features a fresh aesthetic and a new dynamic website that reflects CHTA’s commitment to capturing the […]
CHTA Unveils Revolutionary AI Guidebook to Elevate Caribbean Tourism
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) announces the launch of its groundbreaking guidebook, “Artificial Intelligence Transformation Guide for Caribbean Tourism”. This initiative, spearheaded by the CHTA Technology Task Force, marks a significant milestone as it is the first guidebook of its kind released by any regional Hotel and Tourism Association. Authored by Christus Gill with […]
Rising Star Brittany Brathwaite of Barbados Honored at CHRIS Conference
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) congratulates Brittany Brathwaite, Chief People and Development Strategist of Ocean Hotels Group Barbados and Chickmont Foods Ltd, on being recognized as the Caribbean Rising Star at the recent Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS). Brathwaite’s exceptional achievements and dedication to the industry exemplify the talent and potential […]
CHTA Launches Multi-Destination Media Trip to Showcase Caribbean Interconnectivity and Diversity
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. Nicola Madden-Greig, […]
CHTA Takes Center Stage at CHRIS 2024 in Miami, Focusing on Caribbean Tourism Performance and Outlook
CHTA offered valuable perspectives on the current state and future outlook of the Caribbean tourism and hospitality industry during CHRIS 2024, recently held in Miami.
Empowering Haitian Youth: CHTA Education Foundation and Curtain Bluff Kick Off New Spoken English Program for Hospitality Careers
FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida (May 3, 2024) – The commitment to foster educational opportunities in Haiti received a significant boost as the CHTA Education Foundation (CHTAEF) and sponsor Curtain Bluff are once again collaborating with École Hôtelière d’Haiti to launch a new cohort of the Spoken Hospitality English Course. With 30 enthusiastic students joining the program […]
CHTA Presents Caribbean Travel Forum 2024: Visioning A New Tourism Landscape for the Region
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (May 7, 2024) – 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 […]
Caribbean Mourns the Passing of John Bell, CHTA’s First Leader
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (April 29, 2024) – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is mourning the passing of John Bell, its first executive director, and the guiding force of the association (formerly CHA) for close to three decades. Under his dynamic and pioneering leadership, the association framed the key role of tourism in the […]
CHTA Opens Applications for the Young Leaders Forum: Shaping Tomorrow’s Hospitality Innovators
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (April 25, 2024) – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is now accepting applications for the next session of its transformative Young Leaders Forum (YLF). The program, developed by former CHTA President and Barbados hotelier Affonso-Dass, focuses on developing the next generation of the Caribbean hospitality industry and empowering the region’s […]