The Caribbean Hotels and Tourism Association announced the news as it celebrates its historic 45th anniversary this year at the Antigua Marketplace.
Barbados Specified as host destination. Caribbean Travel Market in 2027, Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association‘s annual B2B tourism event and the most important industry gathering in the region.
The presentation was made by: CHTA This year caribbean travel market to antiguaAnd it represents a notable victory. Barbados Tourism Industry – Meaningful advocacy for the destination’s tourism product, infrastructure and broader leadership role. caribbean.
The 2027 edition will celebrate its 45th anniversary. caribbean travel marketis one of the longest-running industry trade events in the region. This event is held with global tourism buyers and caribbean Suppliers (destinations, hotels, attractions, transport companies and tourism partners) engage in pre-scheduled business meetings designed to drive tangible commercial results across both sectors. caribbean Major international source markets.
“Barbados It has played an important leadership role for a long time. caribbean Tourism and interior CHTA,” said Vanessa Ledesmachief executive Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association. “We are very excited to bring this. caribbean travel market to Barbados 2027 marks the 45th anniversary of this historic event. We look forward to delivering a reimagined and enhanced attendee experience through innovative formats and deeper global business opportunities.”
Choice is an important moment. BarbadosIt was one of the strongest performing destinations on a wider scale. caribbean Over the past few years, the number of stayers has steadily increased in both countries. USA and ukThrough expansion of airlift Grantley Adams International Airportand a deep hotel pipeline including recent and upcoming openings across the globe. platinum coast And more.
“Hosting Caribbean Travel Market in 2027 This is an important opportunity for Barbados It is a reflection of trust in our tourism product, people and infrastructure,” the Honorable said. GP Ian Gooding-Edgehill, Barbados Minister of Tourism and International Transport. “It will create economic value, strengthen regional cooperation and further strengthen our position. Barbados As a leader of caribbean tourism.”
This announcement was also welcomed by our company. Barbados Hotel and Tourism AssociationThe destination’s leading industry body.
“instead Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association And we are honored to welcome the wider local industry. CHTA Marketplace 2027 to Barbados,” said bookbin griffithpresident Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association. “This event is where relationships are built, business develops and our destinations are introduced to the world. We look forward to welcoming delegates with the best of Bajan hospitality.”
What’s next
Additional details about Caribbean Travel Market in 2027 —Location, dates, registration information, etc.—will be announced by: CHTA In the next few months.
The 2027 version follows the widely known and powerful version. market to Antigua and Barbuda This year, the destination saw a 6.7% increase in arrivals in the first quarter with the event highlighting its extensive efforts to establish itself as one of the most sought-after destinations. caribbean Current tourism market.
select Barbados As 2027 hosts expand a wider rotation of events across key sectors caribbean As a tourism destination — providing a meaningful regional platform for the island at a moment when there is strong tourism momentum.
