WTTC’s Tourism for Tomorrow Awards

CHTA is proud to support and encourage its membership to participate in the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. We are confident that many Caribbean organizations can stand out  and represent our region in these prestigious awards. CLICK HERE TO APPLY Deadline: November 14, 2016 The Tourism for Tomorrow Awards focus on five categories that have been […]

CHIEF Keynote Calls for Investment in the Caribbean’s Human Resources

Gerard “Jerry” Inzerillo, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide, known for his innovations and relationships in the tourism, hospitality, and entertainment communities, called for an urgent investment in the next generation of Caribbean travel and tourism leaders to elevate service standards within the region. “We have the soul to do it – this region has soul […]

Six Immediate Post-Storm Action Items

CHTA insurance loss consultants and Allied Member Stanley Smith of Smith Orloff & Associates, has compiled the top six immediate action steps any business must take after a storm.  

Time Sensitive Relief Efforts for Haiti and the Bahamas

Hurricane Matthew caused devastating loss of life and destruction of property in Haiti.  Parts of The Bahamas, specifically Grand Bahama, Andros and Berry Islands also were severely damaged.  CHTA would like to convey sincere condolences to the people of Haiti and The Bahamas for the heavy toll that the storm has taken. Today there are […]

Revenue Maximizing Strategies: the profit is in the planning

Building revenue and cutting costs were the primary themes of the “Better Planning, Bigger Profits” Operations session offered at the Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) held in Puerto Rico a few weeks ago. In this article we will go over some of the key factors discussed in influencing a hotel’s revenue and ensuring its […]

CHTA and CTO Working With Regional Partners to Build Climate Resilience In The Tourism Sector

September 16, 2016 (Bridgetown, Barbados) — Regional tourism development agency, the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and regional hospitality agency, the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) today signed a Letter of Agreement (LoA) to join other regional agencies and institutions representing climate sensitive sectors as joint Tourism Partners on the Consortium of Regional Sectoral Early […]

Education for Caribbean Youth

Written by Richard S. Kahn, Chairman, CHTA Education Foundation Once upon a time a young hotel employee contacted CHTA and asked: “Is there any way you can help me with my college tuition? I am a good hotel employee working behind the front desk and I want to learn more so I can help my […]

Curaçao’s Coral Restoration Foundation makes the Latinoamerica Verde Awards

Coral Restoration Foundation, Curaçao’s project has been selected in the top green projects for Latin America. According to Premios Latino America Verde the project is number 5 in the Ocean Category and number 222 overall. The third edition of Premios Latinoamerica Verde registered 1407 cases from 25 countries and 513 cities.  An international technical committee […]

Green Key’s Guide to Green Savings

Going green is still considered to be an expensive endeavor. However, when looking at the actual savings derived from sustainable practices, it turns out to be a real cost saver. Green Key compiled an overview of the most common energy, water and carbon dioxide saving practices in the travel and hospitality sector and their cost-effectiveness. […]

New CHTA Members Only Section Coming Soon!

The CHTA Members Only section is getting an upgrade! Later this year, CHTA will launch a brand new Members Only section within the CHTA website where members will be able to access a user-friendly member directory, update their company profile information and check on their membership dues status. This new portal will also include a […]