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Antigua and Barbuda Earns Regional Praise Hosting Caribbean Travel Marketplace Second Year Running
Antigua and Barbuda has drawn strong praise from regional officials and industry delegates as it hosts the Caribbean Travel Marketplace for a second consecutive year. Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez says feedback from buyers, sellers and stakeholders has been overwhelmingly positive.
Fernandez Hails Strong Reception as Antigua Hosts Caribbean Travel Marketplace Again
Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez says feedback from delegates at the Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Antigua and Barbuda has been overwhelmingly positive, as the nation hosts the regional event for the second year running. The minister toured the trade show floor alongside Junior Tourism Minister Michael Freeland, meeting with stakeholders from across the Caribbean.
Dominica's Gregor Nassief Elected President-Elect of Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association
Gregor Nassief of Dominica has been elected President-elect of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, becoming the first Dominican-born and Dominican-residing national to hold the position. The announcement was made at the Caribbean Travel Marketplace, currently taking place in Antigua and Barbuda.
Air Peace to Launch Twice-Monthly Antigua-Nigeria Flights Starting May 25
Nigerian airline Air Peace is set to launch twice-monthly flights connecting Antigua and Barbuda with Lagos, Nigeria, beginning May 25, with a stop in Barbados. The new route marks the first direct air link between the two countries in recent years.
Air Peace to Launch Twice-Monthly Antigua–Nigeria Flights Starting May 25
Nigerian carrier Air Peace will launch twice-monthly flights between Antigua and Barbuda and Lagos, Nigeria, beginning May 25, with a stopover in Barbados. The route marks a significant new air link between the Caribbean and West Africa.
Fernandez Urges Aggressive Push to Sustain Antigua and Barbuda's Tourism Boom
Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez has called for an aggressive push to build on record-breaking visitor arrivals in 2026, stressing a focus on sustainable growth and the quality of the visitor experience. His remarks came during activities surrounding the Caribbean Travel Marketplace, which Antigua and Barbuda is hosting for a second consecutive year.
Antigua and Barbuda Posts 7% Visitor Surge in Best-Ever Tourism Quarter
Antigua and Barbuda welcomed 110,832 visitors in the first quarter of 2026, a 7 percent increase that tourism officials are calling one of the strongest starts in the country's history. March alone posted the highest monthly arrival total ever recorded.
Antigua and Barbuda Posts Strongest-Ever First Quarter Tourism Arrivals
Antigua and Barbuda welcomed 110,832 visitors in the first quarter of 2026, a 7 percent increase that tourism officials are calling one of the strongest openings in the country's history. March recorded the highest monthly visitor total ever, as the sector eyes further growth through cruise expansion and luxury development.
Antigua Cruise Port Reports Progress on St. John's Waterfront Redevelopment
Antigua Cruise Port has released drone images showing continued construction progress on the waterfront upland development at St. John's Harbour, including new retail spaces and an expanded parking area. The project is part of broader infrastructure upgrades by Global Ports Holding.
Brian Murphy Named ABHTA Chairman as Antigua Prepares for Major Regional Tourism Event
Brian Murphy, Director of Operations at Carlisle Bay Antigua, has been unanimously appointed Chairman of the Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association, succeeding Craig Marshall. The leadership transition comes as the country prepares to host the CHTA Marketplace 2026, a major regional tourism event.
APUA Halts Potworks Reservoir Extraction as Drought Bites Island's Water Supply
APUA has halted water extraction from the Potworks Reservoir due to critically low levels caused by prolonged drought, with affected south-eastern communities to be served through the Crabbs and Barnacle Point Reverse Osmosis facilities during the transition. Some customers may face temporary disruptions, though overall national production remains at approximately 8.5 million imperial gallons per day.
Potworks Reservoir Runs Dry, APUA Halts Extraction Amid Worsening Drought
APUA has halted water extraction from the Potworks Reservoir — Antigua's largest surface water catchment — due to critically low levels caused by prolonged drought, with several communities across the island now facing potential service disruptions.
Brian Murphy Named ABHTA Chairman Ahead of Major Regional Tourism Event
Brian Murphy, Director of Operations at Carlisle Bay Antigua, has been unanimously appointed Chairman of the Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association following the resignation of Craig Marshall. He takes the helm as Antigua and Barbuda prepares to host the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Marketplace 2026.
ABWU Equips ABCAS Students With Workplace Rights Knowledge Before Internships
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers' Union held a workplace rights session for final-year ABCAS students ahead of their internships, covering key provisions of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Code. ABWU President Kem Riley led the presentation, which addressed employment documents, working hours, sick leave, and the right to unionise.
CHTA Releases Framework to Guide Smarter Short-Term Rental Regulation Across Caribbean
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association has released a comprehensive framework urging Antigua and regional destinations to adopt smarter short-term rental regulations. The framework aims to help governments maximise economic benefits while ensuring visitor safety and fair competition.
AT&LU Offers 10 Scholarships for UWI Global Campus Short Courses
The Antigua Trades and Labour Union has announced 10 scholarships for UWI Global Campus short courses, open to qualifying members who apply between April 24 and May 11, 2026. Successful applicants will be selected through a live drawing on ABS Television on May 13.
ABCAS Participants Return Home with UK Heritage Building Skills
Participants in the King's Foundation Building Craft Programme have returned to Antigua and Barbuda after completing heritage building and sustainable construction training in the United Kingdom. The group was welcomed by ABCAS President Dr. E. Jonah Greene as they prepare to apply their skills locally.
Antigua and Barbuda Opens Doors to CHTA Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026
Antigua and Barbuda has begun welcoming delegates for the 44th Annual CHTA Caribbean Travel Marketplace, scheduled for May 12–15, with Minister of State Michael Freeland personally greeting arrivals at Sir V.C. Bird International Airport. The country is hosting the prestigious regional tourism event for the second consecutive year.
Antigua and Barbuda Launches 'Eat Like a Local' Push to Boost Culinary Tourism
Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority CEO Colin James has announced an expanded culinary tourism campaign, including a 'food passport' initiative and an extended 'Restaurant Month,' aimed at boosting visitor spending during the summer slowdown.
CTO Chief to Keynote 2026 Caribbean Food Forum in Antigua on May 21
Caribbean Tourism Organization Secretary-General Dona Regis-Prosper will keynote the 2026 Caribbean Food Forum on May 21 in Antigua, an event bringing together regional leaders in tourism, agriculture, culinary arts and investment. Hosted by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority and presented by Grace Foods, the hybrid forum will be held at the John E. St. Luce Finance and Conference Center.