
The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) has released the list of nominees for the Rising Star of the Year and Young Hotelier of the Year categories ahead of the 2025 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Awards.
The honours spotlight emerging leaders within the hospitality sector, recognising individuals whose professionalism and commitment continue to strengthen service standards across the industry.
Nominees this year come from a wide range of the nation’s top properties, including Blue Waters Resort & Spa, Cocos Hotel, Hawksbill Resort Antigua, Jumby Bay Island, Keyonna Beach Resort, Mill Reef Club, Royalton Antigua, Royalton CHIC Antigua, Sandals Grande Antigua, Tamarind Hills Resort & Villas, and Trade Winds Hotel.

The ABHTA said the shortlisted candidates represent the passion and excellence driving the country’s tourism product, adding that their contributions are helping to elevate guest experiences and inspire industry-wide progress.
Winners will be announced on 29 November 2025 at the Tourism Awards Gala, to be held at Sandals Grande Antigua under the theme “Mirror Ball Gala – A Night to Reflect and Shine”.
The event is hosted by the ABHTA in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment, and the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA).
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