The Antigua Hotels and Tourist Association (AHTA) Gets Social!
The Antigua Hotels and Tourist Association (AHTA) engaged representatives from various entities in the tourism industry and the Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality Training Institute (ABHTI) in a “Social Media Marketing for Tourism” workshop. A packed class of socialites learned how to leverage various social media platforms to boost engagement, drive traffic and increase direct bookings. […]
Anguilla National Culinary Team’s First Fundraising Event
On April 3rd the Anguilla National Culinary Team hosted their first fundraiser at the beautiful poolside of Aleta’s restaurant at the Viceroy Anguilla Hotel. Music was provided by DJ Yosh, lighting and decor was provided by Black Orchid Florist and Designed. The following restaurants participated and provided their support through their fresh, fun and flavorful […]
The 2016 Curacao Culinary Team Has Been Selected!
The Curacao Culinary Team that is going to represent Curacao at this year’s ‘Taste of the Caribbean’ is finally complete after months of preparation and competitions. CHATA and CHTA encourage them to stay focused and wish them all the best. Curaçao Culinary Team Manager: Carlos Anthony. Curaçao Culinary Senior Chef 2016: Adriyell Lourens from Baoase […]
Last Chance to Apply for a Brighter Future: Application Deadline Extended to April 15
The CHTA Education Foundation (CHTAEF) has extended the application deadline for its scholarship program to 5 p.m. Eastern Caribbean Time on April 15, 2016. Scholarships are designed for Caribbean students and industry professionals pursuing higher education or professional development in the tourism and hospitality field. Applications are available here and must be submitted with the […]
Caribbean Countries Urged To Fully Develop Energy Sector
Caribbean countries have been told that reducing energy costs will help the region improve growth and strengthen competitiveness. But at the same time, regional policymakers face conflicting objectives. On the one hand, investment in an effective energy reform strategy would have long-term benefits; while on the other, few countries have fiscal space to embark on […]
Global Exposure, Education Needed For Caribbean Competitiveness, Says CHTA President
CHTA President Karolin Troubetzkoy, who is also the executive director of St. Lucia’s internationally renowned twin resorts of Anse Chastanet and Jade Mountain, promoted the value of hospitality and management training at ITB Berlin. Troubetzkoy highlighted the value of education. “We are committed to the development of our region’s and industry’s most important resource – […]
Facebook’s 360-Degree Travel Videos Offer Destinations a New Path to Marketing
For the first time, hundreds of millions of consumers around the world can watch 360-degree, virtual reality videos on Facebook via their own devices. It has helped that some travel brands have already spent millions to showcase their cities and landscapes on this new media platform. The first 360-degree/virtual reality travel videos on Facebook span […]
Will Cuba’s Rise Obscure Other Caribbean Destinations?
Word on the street is some Caribbean travel stakeholders are looking over their shoulders following President Obama’s recent measures to ease travel and commerce between the U.S. and Cuba, all highlighted by his recent visit, the first by a U.S. president since 1928. Travel experts far and wide have long predicted travel to Cuba will […]
Data Driven Decisions
Written by ADARA Thanks to the increased availability and understanding of data, CHTA members can now directly reach travelers they know are traveling to different parts of the region – reaching them when they are most likely to book hotels, or when they’re online, looking for news and information. The infographic shown here can provide […]
Caribbean and Mexican Hotel Rooms under Contract for February 2016 Up 10.2 Percent Over 2015
STR’s February 2016 Pipeline Report shows 31,866 rooms in 185 hotels “Under Contract” in the Caribbean/Mexico region. The total represents a 10.2% increase in rooms Under Contract compared with February 2015 and a 42.2% year-over-year increase in rooms In Construction. For more info, click here (Source: Hotel News Resource).