{"id":226154,"date":"2025-02-19T17:44:08","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T21:44:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=226154"},"modified":"2025-02-19T17:44:16","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T21:44:16","slug":"tourism-minister-charles-fernandez-invites-global-buyers-to-antigua-and-barbuda-for-caribbean-travel-marketplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/tourism-minister-charles-fernandez-invites-global-buyers-to-antigua-and-barbuda-for-caribbean-travel-marketplace\/","title":{"rendered":"Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez Invites Global Buyers to Antigua and Barbuda for Caribbean Travel Marketplace"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"antig-3886939383\" class=\"antig-ecab antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img 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https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/PHOTO-2026-04-07-10-45-56.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tourism-minister-charles-fernandez-invites-global-buyers-to-antigua-and-barbuda-for-caribbean-travel-marketplace\"><a href=\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/minister-fernandez-announces-new-survey-to-address-dredging-delays-at-crabbes-peninsula-and-st-johns-harbour\/\">Tourism<\/a> Minister <a href=\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/antigua-and-barbuda-tourism-authority-showcases-destination-at-puerto-rico-trade-and-consumer\/\">Charles Fernandez<\/a> Invites Global Buyers to Antigua and Barbuda for Caribbean Travel Marketplace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>St. John\u2019s, Antigua<\/strong> \u2013 <strong>Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/major-investments-in-tourism-infrastructure-set-to-boost-economy\/\">Tourism<\/a> Minister, <a href=\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/fernandez-highlights-resilience-of-high-end-tourism-amid-tariff-challenges\/\">Charles Fernandez<\/a>, has extended an official invitation to global buyers, sellers, exhibitors, and tourism partners<\/strong> to attend the <strong>43rd Caribbean Travel Marketplace<\/strong>, set to take place from <strong>May 18 to 22, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p><div id=\"antig-2645395319\" class=\"antig-content_5 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ablpag\" aria-label=\"Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:169\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:576\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:432\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1536\/h:864\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The highly anticipated event, organized by the <strong>Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA)<\/strong>, will bring together leading industry stakeholders for a <strong>business-to-business (B2B) platform<\/strong> aimed at strengthening regional and international tourism partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cFollowing a record-breaking year of tourism growth in Antigua and Barbuda, we are delighted to host this prestigious event,\u201d Fernandez said. \u201cAs a premier B2B event, it offers an invaluable platform for the region to establish direct connections with international buyers, fostering partnerships that drive business growth.\u201d<\/p><div id=\"antig-241174607\" class=\"antig-content_4 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img 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height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-743556270\" class=\"antig-content_12 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ablpag\" aria-label=\"Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:169\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:576\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:432\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1536\/h:864\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Full-ABLP-Team-Digital-Billboard-1920x1080px.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s <strong>tourism sector has seen significant expansion<\/strong>, supported by <strong>major infrastructure improvements, hotel developments, and enhanced airlift options<\/strong>. With <strong>non-stop flights and easy connections<\/strong> from major markets\u2014including <strong>the USA, Canada, the UK, Europe, and the Caribbean<\/strong>\u2014the destination continues to position itself as a top-tier hub for travel and investment.<\/p><div id=\"antig-1347765115\" class=\"antig-content antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ReggaeInTheParkAntigua\" aria-label=\"lucanio\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:864\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:864\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:240\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:819\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The minister highlighted the event\u2019s role in showcasing Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s diverse offerings, including its renowned sailing heritage, vibrant cricket culture, unique culinary scene, wellness tourism, and breathtaking landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cDuring CHTA\u2019s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, you&#8217;ll have the chance to experience the warmth and hospitality of our people,\u201d Fernandez said. \u201cBe immersed in our rich sailing heritage, vibrant cricketing culture, unique culinary delights, wellness and community experiences, captivating arts, breathtaking landscapes, and, of course, our 365 stunning beaches.\u201d<\/p><div id=\"antig-1876783158\" class=\"antig-content_2 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.com\/antigua\/\" aria-label=\"500X500 (1)\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With hundreds of tourism professionals expected to attend, the event will provide a significant economic boost while reinforcing Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s commitment to sustainable tourism and cultural preservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants are encouraged to secure their flights, accommodations, and business appointments in advance, as the country aims to make this the biggest and most impactful Caribbean Travel Marketplace to date.<\/p><div id=\"antig-1670292509\" class=\"antig-content_3 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.antiguabarbudaculinarymonth.com\/\" aria-label=\"CM key_WEB 1300x300_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1301\/h:301\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/CM-key_WEB-1300x300_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1301\/h:301\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/CM-key_WEB-1300x300_1.jpg 1301w, 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