Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association

CHTA is the leading voice of the Caribbean hospitality and tourism private sector, collaborating with over 1,000 hotel and allied members. We are dedicated to shaping the Caribbean’s future and helping members to grow their businesses.

CHTA is the leading voice of the Caribbean hospitality and tourism private sector, collaborating with over 1,000 hotel and allied members. Shaping the Caribbean’s future is our main goal.

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Engaging with CHTA helps you build and strengthen your business while contributing to the growth of the Caribbean hospitality and tourism sector. Become a member today and join the largest tourism and hospitality community in the region.

Engage with us to build a stronger business and contribute to the growth of the hospitality sector.

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Engage with us to build a stronger business and contribute to the growth of the hospitality sector in the region!

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Caribbean Hospitality Exchange Forum (CHIEF 2026)

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Get ready for the CHTA annual event you don’t want to miss!

CHIEF 2026
Caribbean Tourism 2030: Resilient, Regenerative, Ready
Practical Strategies to Lead Smarter, Operate Better and Grow Stronger

Join hospitality professionals from across the region, Nov 16 – 18, 2026, at the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord’s Castle All-Inclusive Resort, to exchange ideas, build meaningful industry relationships, discover practical solutions, and prepare their businesses for the future of Caribbean tourism.

The Association of Associations

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Association of Associations

NATIONAL HOTEL ASSOCIATION

Who We Are CHTA

Founded in 1962, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is the leading association representing hotels and businesses dedicated to tourism and hospitality in the Caribbean.

We bring together the private sector community and act as a spokesperson before governmental authorities, regional government bodies and global organizations.

Short-Term Rentals in the Caribbean

Managing for Sustainable Tourism Growth

View the Short Term Rentals (STR) Framework Briefing > Go to all CHTA Publications >

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CHTA News & Events

Events

May 18 - 21, 2027

Caribbean Travel Marketplace

The Caribbean's largest marketing event, connecting Caribbean suppliers with global buyers, heads to Antigua and Barbuda for the third time in 2027!

Events

May 18, 2027

Caribbean Travel Forum

This event brings together public and private sector representatives to discuss the business of tourism.

Events

May 21, 2027

Direct Booking Summit - Caribbean Edition

A new Marketplace event showcasing digital marketing, AI solutions, and tech trends to boost direct bookings and regional competitiveness.

Events

Nov 16 - 18, 2026

CHIEF

The Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) is the annual networking, education and best practice sharing event for industry professionals.

Events

Nov 16 - 19, 2026

Taste of the Caribbean

The region’s premier culinary competition, food & beverage educational exchange, is returning November 2026!

Webinars

Turning Net Zero into Net Profits – Making Economic Sense Out of Carbon Footprinting

Profitability and sustainability are increasingly becoming synonymous, as more tourism-related businesses adopt...

Webinars

Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence with ChatGPT: Practical Applications for Hotels

Developing a strategic framework for evaluating the potential for ChatGPT so that you know what might work for your...

Webinars

A Guide to Coral Reef Restoration for the Tourism Sector: Partnering with Caribbean Tourism Leaders to Accelerate Coral Restoration’

Healthy coral reefs are critical to sustain local economies and livelihoods, particularly through supporting tourism...

Webinars

Sargassum: Managing the Threat…Outlook and Best Practices’

A two-part virtual learning series to support tourism industry stakeholders efforts to monitor, manage and mitigate...

Strategic Partner

What High-Performing Hotel Operators Do Differently

Strategic Partner

Effortless Is the New Personal: How AI Can Help Caribbean Hospitality Deliver Seamless Experiences

Industry News

CEO’s 2026 Mid-Year Message from CHTA

CHTA Partners

Interval

Interval International operates membership programs for vacationers and provides value-added services to its developer clients worldwide. Based in Miami, Florida, the company has been a pioneer and innovator in serving the vacation ownership market since 1976. Today, Interval’s exchange network comprises over 3,000 resorts in more than 90 countries and territories. Through offices in 12 countries, Interval offers world-class products and benefits to resort clients and approximately 1.6-million-member families who are enrolled in various membership programs.

Interval is an operating business of Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC), a leading global vacation company that offers vacation ownership, exchange, rental and resort and property management, along with related businesses, products, and services.

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Mastercard

A global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that helps everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships, and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential.

With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.

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C&W Business

Welcome to C&W Business, your trusted technology infrastructure partner for change. With our robust and fully managed solutions portfolio, we can provide the technology you need to turn challenges into opportunities, enhance your financial performance, empower your workforce, and improve your customer experiences.

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Our Mission Statement

To distinguish CHTA as one of the world’s leading associations representing tourism interests known for providing national hotel and tourism associations and members with exceptional value which generates business and advances a sustainable and profitable industry.

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Discover the reasons why our valued members and partners are committed to CHTA.

"We are a proud member of the CHTA"

"We originally reached out to them in an effort to connect with the Caribbean hospitality industry and we have received nothing but kindness both from the administration as well as a warm reception from the membership. We continue to grow our business this way and look forward to a long working relationship."

Nima Anvar

General Manager, GuestChat

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Connect, Collaborate, Thrive Together. Become a part of our vibrant network, where members share knowledge, support, and opportunities for growth in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

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