Our Members

Why become a member

There are many Benefits to be derived from membership of the SVGHTA. These include the following:
  • Advocacy and Lobbying: Locally, Regionally and Internationally. Working to protect the interests of its membership and the overall destination.
  • Annual Awards: Each year, the following Awards are made to members of the Association and their staff –
  • Bartender of the Year
  • Chef of the Year
  • Dive Operator of the Year
  • Front Office Person of the Year
  • Gardener of the Year
  • Hotelier of the Year
  • Housekeeper of the Year
  • Island Ambassador of the Year
  • Supervisor of the Year
  • Waiter/Waitress of the Year
  • Yachting Operator of the Year
  • Insurance: Through Sagicor, Group Life and Medical Insurance services are offered for management and staff.

  • Marketing: Members have the opportunities offered by the SVGHTA Website and Facebook, the various publications – Ins & Outs of St Vincent & the Grenadines, published annually, PAPAYO!, a quarterly publication, What’s On, a weekly publication; and representation at major marketing events.
  • Networking: Provides a platform for members to voice opinions and offer ideas.



  • Training: An Annual Training Programme is offered to members for a small fee. Training workshops and Seminars such as Housekeeping; Front Office Operations; Customer Service for Frontline Staff, Customer Service for Supervisors, Customer Service for Management; Preparing for the Hurricane Season (Before, During and After a Hurricane); Crisis Management for Businesses; Ethics in the Workplace; Landscaping for Product Enhancement; Mixology. Other Training workshops can be requested by members.
  • Product Purchasing: Members have the option of purchasing face soaps, lotion and conditioning shampoo at attractive prices.
  • Membership of CHTA: By joining the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), SVGHTA members can benefit from the following -

  • CHTA Signature Events: Connect, generate business opportunities and grow your knowledge base by attending CHTA events year-round--Caribbean Travel Marketplace, CHRIS Conference, CHIEF, Taste of the Caribbean and Caribbean305!
  • CaribbeanTravel.com: Free listing on consumer-facing website for CHTA members!

  • Caribbean Tourism Job Bank: Free job postings for member companies and an opportunity to search through qualified candidates throughout the region.

  • Training & Development: Springboard Caribbean trainings at discounted prices--online or on-island; plus, webinars held throughout the year on issues affecting the region.

  • Knowledge Center: Access to reports from leading companies like STR, Mastercard and insights from the WTTC and other organizations to help you map out strategy for your business.
For inquiries on benefits or to become a member email: membership@caribbeanhotelandtourism.com

Our Membership

Under By-Law No.1 of the St Vincent and the Grenadines Hotel and Tourism Association, the following definitions on Membership apply:

Accommodation Member

Facilities and related services including Resorts, Hotels, Apartments, Guest Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns, Lodges, Cottages, Cabanas, Villas offering accommodation to paying guests:

Apartments

A building that comprises of accommodation, kitchen, grounds and washroom facilities in a home-type environment.

Bed and Breakfast

An establishment designed as a single-family residence providing breakfast with costs included as part of the overnight room rate. Host is usually available to eat with guest. Premises shall contain a minimum of two separate rentable rooms and may have shared bathrooms.

Cabana/Cottage

A self–contained unit that provides accommodation for persons who wish to rent for a fixed period of time.

Hotel

Establishment with reception services and additional facilities where accommodation, food, and beverage are available. The services and facilities shall include but not be limited to laundry and ironing services, and in-room telephone and internet services.

Guesthouse

An establishment with no less than three separate rooms, each offering accommodation.

Inn

Central services building containing food and beverage facilities and several rooms or suites supplemented by one or more separate accommodation buildings and ancillary food and beverage areas.

Lodge

An establishment located in a special interest area, such as a forested area with food and beverage service.

Resort

Building designed to house rooms, food and beverage outlets. A resort is a full service lodging facility that provides access to or offers a range of amenities and recreation facilities to emphasize a leisure experience.

Villa

A detached or semi-detached dwelling house that provides accommodation and full amenities for rental. Housekeeping services are provided, while other services such as chef services may be provided.

Allied Member

Any business providing goods or services directly, indirectly or otherwise engaged in the tourism industry in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines other than that of accommodation:

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Diving & Snorkeling

Land & Sea Tours

Boat &Yacht Charters

Restaurants & Bars

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Membership Eligibility

Under By-Law No.1 of the St Vincent and the Grenadines Hotel and Tourism Association, the following defines Membership Eligibility: Applications for membership shall be made to the Chief Executive Officer on forms prescribed by the Board Members from time to time and shall be supported by such evidence as may be required. Admission to membership of all prospective members shall be determined by the members. Membership will be vested in the applicant, and in the case of a partnership, corporation or other legal entity, such member shall act through the individual designated in writing to the Association as its representative.
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