Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA)

Established in 1959 as part of the Caribbean Tourist Association, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), previously the Caribbean Hotel Association (CHA) was formed to promote the needs of the hotel industry. By 1962, it gained autonomy, operating as a non-profit entity and initially centered on independent hotels with global recognition. CHTA gradually diversified its membership, incorporating properties across prominent destinations such as Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and the Netherland Antilles. Over the years, CHTA's expansion has mirrored the growth of the Caribbean tourism sector, embracing a wider geographic footprint and member base, extending even to Central America and Mexico.