Vanessa Ledesma, Chief Executive Officer of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), discusses the organization's evolving role in representing 32 destinations and its push for global media diversification during the Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda.

In this exclusive interview, Edmund Bartlett, Jamaica’s Tourism Minister, outlines his vision for a "professionalized" industry that bridges the gap between high-end demand and local supply capabilities.

The Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026, held against the stunning backdrop of Antigua and Barbuda, has served as a pivotal stage for the region’s most influential leaders to chart a course for the future of travel. 

Beyond the postcard-perfect white sand beaches and oceanfront resorts, Barbados aims to position itself as the Caribbean’s most authentic destination for Latin American travelers.

For a member of a family known worldwide for its attractive and powerful history, venturing into other activities and taking the Tonino Lamborghini name to new heights has been a way of life that is now recognized globally.

In an interview with Caribbean News Digital, Storm Tussey, Chief Marketing Officer of Discover Puerto Rico, detailed a strategy mapped out to drive sustainable growth, attract high-value travelers, and bolster the local economy.