Antigua and Barbuda will host. 44th Caribbean Travel Marketplace from May 12 – May 15, 2026approximately 500 tourism industry representatives We’ll be attending some of the region’s best B2B travel events.
The conference will be held at the following locations: American University of Antigua Conference VenueFor the second year in a row, the destination hosted the premier gathering of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association.
“The return of the Caribbean travel market to Antigua and Barbuda reflects confidence in CHTA’s ability to deliver the highest level of service,” said the Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transport and Investment. charles fernandez. “This further strengthens our position as a leading destination for conferences and major tourism events.”
The Caribbean Travel Marketplace is the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s primary forum connecting tourism suppliers with international buyers, including travel agents and travel advisors, with the goal of generating new business and increasing travel to the region.
“Caribbean Travel Marketplace is positioning Antigua and Barbuda at the center of regional tourism at a pivotal time for global travel,” he said. Colin C. JamesCEO of Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Board. “With key industry players joining our destination, we are well-positioned to showcase the strengths of our offerings, deepen key partnerships and foster opportunities to drive visitor growth.”
The event is organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Board and the Antigua and Barbuda Hotel and Tourism Association.
“We are honored to once again introduce the Caribbean Travel Marketplace to Antigua and Barbuda, a destination that truly embodies the spirit of regional collaboration,” he said. Sanovnik d’EstangPresident of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association. “Marketplaces are ultimately about results and create real opportunities for participants to grow their businesses, build lasting partnerships and build a foundation for ongoing travel across the Caribbean.”
The 2026 program includes: Responsible Tourism Day on May 14 to highlight sustainability and environmental initiatives across the destination.
that Direct Booking Summit We will return on May 15 to bring together industry leaders to discuss trends and innovations in the tourism sector.
Organizers say they expect the event to increase visibility for Antigua and Barbuda by attracting strong international media coverage in key source markets.
The Caribbean travel market coincides with the destination’s annual events. cooking monthWe provide delegates with the opportunity to experience local food programming during the event.
