New Virtual Features in store for the CHIEF’s Exchange Hub
Far more than just a trade show, this year’s CHIEF Exchange Hub has new experiences and features for attendees and exhibitors alike, some of which you can take advantage of before you get to the event. CHIEF’s Facebook Event Page The networking has already begun! Start engaging with CHIEF attendees on CHIEF’s Facebook Event Page. […]
Unity: The Caribbean’s Strongest Defense this Hurricane Season
If the 2017 hurricane season taught us anything, it taught us this one maxim: what affects one Caribbean nation, affects us all. Whether you were in the eye of the storm or not directly impacted, the Caribbean hospitality and tourism industry as whole was greatly impacted primarily due to the public’s perception of the region […]
CHTA PRESIDENT WELCOMES BARBADOS’ FIRST FEMALE PRIME MINISTER
MIAMI (May 28, 2018) – The resounding mandate that Barbados’ first female prime minister earned from the electorate is a vote of confidence for women in leadership throughout the Caribbean, says Karolin Troubetzkoy, President of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), as she congratulated incoming Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Mottley on her, and her […]
CARIBBEAN HOTELIERS ADVISED TO BECOME GDPR COMPLIANT
MIAMI (May 25, 2018) – Caribbean hoteliers are being advised to ensure European Union (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliance. During a recent webinar hosted by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), Brian Kent, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Flip.to, explained that the GDPR imposes a strict set of requirements on how […]
Bar Fraud: A Growing Source of Concern
Written by Raakesh Madoo Customer fraud is prevalent; a universal problem indeed. From customers walking out without paying their tabs; making unnecessary complaints to avoid paying the bill; false credit cards and counterfeit currency; to soliciting bartenders with a larger tip. All Food and Beverage Managers acknowledge the cleaver and indigenous ways by which the unscrupulous […]
3 Ways to Invest in Hotel Design That Goes Beyond Surf & Sun
By Juan Carlos Ayala, Senior Project Manager, OBMI While the Caribbean’s beautiful beaches make a wonderful reason to retreat to the region for a vacation, hoteliers and designers are working hard to create exclusive amenities and experiences for guests to enjoy, which go beyond the breathtaking landscapes. With hundreds of options available for guests, creating […]
Membership Renewal Online
With a busy summer ahead and so many exciting events coming up, CHTA invites you to make sure you are up to date on your membership and aware of the exclusive member benefits available to you! Your membership dues can now be paid conveniently online in one of three easy ways: Login to the CHTA […]
International Wine/Spirits & Bar Training in the Caribbean and Central America
By Christian Esser, WineSchool3.com It’s safe to say that the food and drink industry are vital components of any successful tourism strategy. Many people may see these as separate entities, however for the increasingly engaged modern traveler, correct food and wine matching along with well informed, knowledgeable staff and sommeliers is a critical link for […]
How Well Are You Curating the Guest’s Story?
Casey Corser, Agilysys, Inc. What makes a trip memorable for guests? What makes it a lasting memory? Is it the same things that make your resort stand out? More than just a destination, Caribbean resorts set a standard for world-class golf, renowned spas, historical sites, unique dining and unprecedented service. Each of these experiences add […]
CHEF Kenneth Molyneaux of the British Virgin Islands National Culinary Team Attends CHef Tour in Texas
Chef Kenneth Molyneaux, owner and Executive Chef of Tropical Fusion Beach Bar and Grill, and Captain of the BVI National Culinary Team proudly represented the Territory during his attendance at the Certified Angus Beef Chef Tour that was held in Amarillo Texas from April 17 – 19. The attendance to this popular culinary event was […]