Antigua and Barbuda to Host Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026

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Antigua and Barbuda to Host Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026
CHTA President Sanovnik Destang and Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism Hon. Charles ‘Max’ Fernandez share a warm handshake at the 2025 Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Antigua

The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) has announced that Antigua and Barbuda will once again host the Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM), scheduled for May 12–15, 2026.

This marks the 44th edition of the region’s largest tourism forum and follows the success of the 2025 event, underscoring CHTA’s confidence in Antigua and Barbuda’s leadership and capacity to stage world-class events.

CHTA President Sanovnik Destang praised the destination’s “commitment to excellence and regional partnership,” noting that CTM serves as a vital platform for Caribbean suppliers and global buyers to connect, strengthen partnerships, and promote regional tourism growth.

Antigua and Barbuda, recently named the “Caribbean’s Best Meetings and Conference Destination,” has hosted several major gatherings, including the OAS Conference and preparations for CHOGM 2026. Tourism Authority CEO Colin C. James said the event reaffirms the country’s “commitment to the growth of Caribbean tourism” and will showcase its vibrant culture and hospitality.

Marketplace 2026 will feature enhanced venues and accommodation options, as well as continued focus on air connectivity and regional collaboration.

In a gesture of solidarity, CHTA also reaffirmed support for Jamaica and other destinations affected by Hurricane Melissa through its Disaster Response Fund, emphasizing the Caribbean’s unity and shared purpose.

This story was first published by Antigua News on November 5, 2025: antigua.news/2025/11/05/antigua-and-barbuda-to-host-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2026. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (6)

  • Tromos November 5, 2025, 11:53 AM

    Hosting the Caribbean Travel Marketplace will bring great exposure and opportunities for our people.
    Reply
  • Yanick November 5, 2025, 1:14 PM

    Always great to see my country on the world map
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  • Tamia November 5, 2025, 1:16 PM

    Antigua and Barbuda is really stepping up! Two years in a row hosting the Caribbean Travel Marketplace, that’s impressive.
    Reply
  • Shanicee November 5, 2025, 1:16 PM

    Love how CHTA is also showing support for Jamaica and others hit by Hurricane Melissa. Caribbean strong
    Reply
  • Juju Bee November 5, 2025, 5:33 PM

    We must be doing something good
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    • Informed citizen November 5, 2025, 9:34 PM

      Indeed… This is a major win for Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism industry. Hosting Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 will put the destination in the global spotlight.
      Reply

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