Benefits of BHTA membership

Joining the BHTA gives you a voice in shaping tourism decisions that directly impact your business. We provide networking, marketing, advocacy, and access to cutting-edge information, helping you stay competitive and achieve your goals.

Why Join

As a member, you join a powerful network of industry professionals, united by the strength of collaboration. The BHTA supports your growth by connecting you with decision-makers, facilitating advocacy, and keeping you informed on the latest trends.

In a competitive tourism industry, collaboration is essential. The BHTA is more than an association—we’re a community tackling today’s challenges together to create effective solutions for the future.

Benefits

Global and Local Marketing and Promotional opportunities

We facilitate marketing and promotional opportunities for our membership, through internal networking and working with our locally and international strategic partners, e.g., members meetings, website marketing and reservations, co-op marketing, trade shows, conferences and exhibition participation, collateral material.

Networking opportunities (It is WHO you know)

We host several events at which members can network with both public and private sector decision makers, e.g., general meetings, members mingles, networking cocktail receptions. As a member you also get detailed mailing and contact information to key decision makers.

Access to local fiscal benefits designed for BHTA members

We negotiate fiscal concessions which are accessible to BHTA members ONLY, e.g., the TERF, Tourism Loan Fund, reduced VAT for hotel rooms, duty free allowances, land tax concessions, etc.

Tax rebates through the Tourism Development Corporation

Contributions to the Tourism Fund are eligible for tax rebates.

Discounts advertising rates in all BHTA endorsed publications

These include the official Barbados In-room Guide, Ins and Outs of Barbados, Barbados in a Nutshell, the Visit Barbados Guide, the BHTA Annual Report, and the BHTA Weekly Newsletter.

The BHTA Bi-Weekly Electronic Newsletter

An excellent source of industry insider information and statistics which also offers promotional opportunities.

Membership Website

Free link on BHTA website. Access to ‘Members Only’ information.

Automatic membership to the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association

This is available to Accommodation members only. Non-accommodation members have the option of also accessing the benefits of CHA membership for a special fee of US$250.00.

Discounts from participating members of the Association

Includes restaurants, hotels, car rental, etc.

Locally – (through the BHTA)
Regionally and internationally – (through the CHA)

Labour Relations and HR Development

Negotiation of collective agreement for hotels with the union representative.
Assistance and advice with HR management issues.
Business excellence consultation and advice.
Membership rates for human resource and personal enhancement training hosted conducted by BHTA.
Assistance accessing funding for training through local and international agencies.

Extensive networking opportunities through participation in international events and conferences

CHTA Marketplace
Taste of the Caribbean
Caribbean Tourism Investment Conference
Caribbean Hotel and Investment Conference
Caribbean Tourism Conferences (CTO)
World Travel Market
ITB Berlin
Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association Conference

Event planning assistance

Our in-house expertise is on hand to assist you with your event management needs: meetings, symposiums, training sessions, product launches, corporate events, private events, etc.

BHTA Medical Plan

All BHTA members have access to a medical plan which allows you to provide medical insurance coverage to members of your staff (minimum of 3) at preferential rates.

BHTA Pension Plan

BHTA Accomodation members have access to a pension plan programmer, which allows you to provide pension plans to members of your staff at preferential rates.

Seal of Quality Logo

Permission to use the BHTA’s logo on letterhead to lend testimony of quality.

Types of Memberships

Join the BHTA to stay at the forefront of the tourism industry. Access tools, resources, and opportunities to build your competitive edge in a dynamic market. Select your membership category below and discover the benefits awaiting you—because membership has its privileges.

All prices are stated in Barbados dollars (BD$) before VAT

Accommodation

Running a hotel is about more than guest comfort—it's about managing business, marketing, and competing in a fast-paced global market. We work daily to create a supportive environment that helps your property run efficiently, cut costs, and boost profits. As a member, you gain access to key industry players, resources, and a powerful network of executives.

Customized Pricing

Direct Tourism

These are businesses or individuals earning their main income from supplying goods and services to the tourism sector. BHTA connects you with industry leaders, offers valuable networking and marketing opportunities, and provides vital tourism information. If hoteliers and visitors are your customers, joining BHTA is essential for growing your business.

Customized Pricing

Support Services

Tourism Services Members are businesses or individuals supporting the tourism sector without deriving their main income from it. With BHTA membership, you access industry insights, networking, and marketing opportunities, connecting you with key decision-makers to help grow your business.

Starting at $1,000

Overseas

Overseas Members are businesses or individuals outside of Barbados offering goods and services to the tourism sector. BHTA membership connects you with key decision-makers, provides market insights, and supports your expansion into the Barbados and Caribbean markets.

Starting at $500

Sustaining Members

Sustaining Members are companies preparing to enter Barbados’ tourism industry, whether in setup, construction, or reconstruction. This temporary membership grants access to industry insights, networking, and marketing opportunities, helping you establish your brand and connect with key decision-makers before your official launch.

Starting at $250

Student Members

Through programs like TEAM and STEP, we expose students to the industry, fostering a positive attitude toward tourism. Student Membership is available to individuals aged 15–18 years old enrolled full-time in accredited secondary schools, as well as students studying hospitality in accredited tertiary institutions. It is open to both locals and non-nationals studying in Barbados.

Starting at $50

How to Get Started.

Follow this simple signup process to become a BHTA member and promote your business with us.