{"id":233450,"date":"2025-04-18T04:41:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T08:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=233450"},"modified":"2025-04-18T07:47:14","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T11:47:14","slug":"caribbean-hotel-and-tourism-association-announces-inaugural-direct-booking-summit-caribbean-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/caribbean-hotel-and-tourism-association-announces-inaugural-direct-booking-summit-caribbean-edition\/","title":{"rendered":"Caribbean Hotel And Tourism Association Announces Inaugural Direct Booking Summit, Caribbean Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"
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All-new educational and professional development event to be held Thursday, May 22, immediately following the 2025 Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Antigua & Barbuda<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MIAMI, Fla. \u2013 March 3, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), <\/a>in<\/strong> collaboration with Triptease<\/a>, is proud to announce the first-ever Direct Booking Summit,<\/a> Caribbean Edition, <\/a>scheduled for Thursday, May 22, in Antigua. On the heels of the 2025 Caribbean Travel Marketplace, this landmark event aims to empower Caribbean hoteliers with the tools and strategies necessary to enhance direct bookings and optimize distribution channels.<\/p>

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“Caribbean Travel Marketplace is where our region\u2019s hoteliers forge critical business partnerships, but sustaining that momentum requires a strong direct booking strategy. That\u2019s why we\u2019re encouraging hoteliers and accommodation providers to extend their stay in Antigua and attend the Direct Booking Summit, Caribbean Edition,\u201d said CHTA President Sanovnik Destang. \u201cThis hands-on, interactive event will provide hoteliers with the tools, insights, and expert guidance needed to take control of their distribution, boost profitability, and enhance guest relationships. It\u2019s an unmissable opportunity to future-proof your business in an increasingly competitive landscape.”<\/p>

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The conference will be hosted in partnership with Triptease, which drives direct bookings and improves parity for hotels across the globe and brings a track record of success hosting similar events in North America, Asia and Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The Caribbean is one of the world\u2019s most dynamic and resilient travel markets, yet independent hoteliers here face unique challenges when it comes to driving direct bookings,\u201d said Triptease Co-founder Charlie Osmond. \u201cAt Triptease, we\u2019re committed to helping hotels take back control of their distribution, maximize revenue, and build stronger relationships with their guests. That\u2019s why we\u2019re thrilled to bring the Direct Booking Summit to the Caribbean for the first time\u2014 providing hoteliers with the strategies, technology, and community they need to thrive in today\u2019s digital landscape.”<\/p>

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Through Triptease\u2019s expert-led sessions and interactive workshops, the event presents a unique opportunity for participants to learn first-hand how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n