Antigua and Barbuda will host the 44th annual Caribbean Travel Marketplace from May 12 to May 15, 2026, with approximately 500 tourism industry delegates expected to attend the region’s leading business-to-business travel event.

The conference will take place at the American University of Antigua conference venue, marking the second consecutive year the destination has hosted the Caribbean Hotels and Tourism Association’s flagship gathering.

“The return of Caribbean Travel Marketplace to Antigua and Barbuda reflects the confidence that CHTA has in our ability to deliver at the highest level,” said Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment Charles Fernandez. “It further strengthens our position as a leading destination for conferences and major tourism events.”

Caribbean Travel Marketplace is the Caribbean Hotels and Tourism Association’s primary forum for connecting tourism suppliers with international buyers, including tour operators and travel advisors, with the goal of generating new business and increasing travel to the region.

“Caribbean Travel Marketplace places Antigua and Barbuda at the centre of regional tourism business at a pivotal time for global travel,” said Colin C. James, CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority. “With the industry’s key players in our destination, we are well positioned to showcase the strength of our product, deepen key partnerships, and nurture opportunities that will drive growth in visitor arrivals.”

The event is being coordinated by the Ministry of Tourism, the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, and the Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association.

“It is an honour to once again bring Caribbean Travel Marketplace to Antigua and Barbuda, a destination that truly embodies the spirit of regional collaboration,” said Sanovnik Destang, president of the Caribbean Hotels and Tourism Association. “Marketplace is ultimately about results, creating real opportunities for participants to grow business, forge lasting partnerships, and build the foundation for sustained travel across the Caribbean.”

The 2026 program will include Responsible Tourism Day on May 14, highlighting sustainability and environmental initiatives across the destination.

The Direct Booking Summit will return on May 15, bringing together industry leaders to discuss trends and innovation in the tourism sector.

Organizers said the event is also expected to attract strong international media coverage from key source markets, increasing visibility for Antigua and Barbuda.

Caribbean Travel Marketplace will coincide with the destination’s annual Culinary Month, offering delegates the opportunity to experience local food programming during the event.