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 […]
George Myers Special Tribute
CHTA, Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA), the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board and Sandals Resorts International offered a Special Tribute to tourism development icon and mentor, George Myers at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa & Resort on Wednesday, February 1st, 2017. George Myers has touched and shaped the lives of countless individuals throughout The Bahamas, […]
What Will You Get Out of Taste of the Caribbean?
There is more to Taste of the Caribbean than a culinary competition. Get some inside tips from Chef Maureen Bower, Caribbean Pastry Chef of the Year 2010, on how to make the most out of Taste of the Caribbean as a delegate. Click below to view the 2 minute video.
Are You Ready to Step into the Spotlight? CHIEF Awards Applications are Open
The CHIEF Awards showcase the Caribbean’s best practices in four main areas of business: Environmental Sustainability, Operations, Sales & Marketing and Social Responsibility. Nominations Deadline : Thursday, March 30, 2017. Finalists will be announced: Friday, May 5, 2017. The top three finalists in each category will be invited to present their best practice at CHIEF. Winners […]
Looking for Love: Diversifying the Romance Market
Everyone is looking for love, especially Caribbean hoteliers. The romance travel market is a multi-billion dollar industry, which in spite of the hardships undergone in 2016, continues to grow. Destination weddings and honeymoons are wonderful ways to generate large ticket sales and grow a loyal client base. According to Travelmarket Report, the Caribbean is still […]
CARIBBEAN HOTELIERS PREDICT POSITIVE TOURISM PERFORMANCE FOR 2017 THE BAHAMAS
(February 8, 2017) – Caribbean tourism fared well in 2016 and industry stakeholders are generally upbeat about the year ahead, despite the fact that many hoteliers were forced to adjust their high performance expectations for 2016 as the year progressed due to unforeseen events. Announcing the results of the second annual Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) Industry Performance […]