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The show floor at this year's Marketplace in Antigua.
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By the Numbers: Caribbean Travel Marketplace Drew Almost 800 Delegates to Antigua 

By: Caitlin Sullivan - June 4, 2025 - 1:08 pm

The Caribbean’s premier tourism marketing event made a powerful statement in Antigua and Barbuda this year, as Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2025 brought together more than 780 delegates from across the globe for a dynamic, reimagined edition of the annual B2B gathering.

The event attracted buyers from 16 international markets and tourism suppliers from 22 Caribbean destinations, reaffirming its place as the region’s leading platform for travel commerce and industry engagement.

The event delivered strong outcomes, with participants highlighting the energy, collaboration, and renewed sense of purpose across the tourism sector

Organized by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, the 2025 edition of Marketplace was marked by new enhancements aimed at improving connectivity and strengthening regional partnerships.

Attendees emphasized the event’s role in showcasing Caribbean hospitality on a global stage and advancing shared commercial goals.

CHTA said it plans to follow up with partners in the coming weeks for feedback on the new format, as it looks to build on the momentum heading into 2026.

Marketplace 2025 was hosted in collaboration with the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority.

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