Puerto Rico Hotel & Tourism Association

🎉 Éxito Rotundo en la Convención Anual de PRHTA 2024 🎉

Puerto Rico, 24 de octubre de 2024 – Con un ambiente de camaradería y profesionalismo, concluyó exitosamente la Convención Anual de la Asociación de Hoteles y Turismo de Puerto Rico (PRHTA), celebrada en el Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve en Río Grande. Durante dos días llenos de actividades, talleres, competencias y confraternización, los líderes de la industria turística se unieron para celebrar la excelencia.

🌟 Felicitamos a los ganadores de los SuperStars Awards 2024 🌟

Premios Especiales: • Aliado del Año: Aida Ramírez, Kevane Grant Thornton • Profesional de Alimentos y Bebidas del Año: Chef Elvin Rosado, Verdanza Hotel • Hotelero del Año: Sharyl Toko, Hotel El Conquistador • PRHTA Special Award (Premio Especial Inaugural): Carlos Mercado, Compañía de Turismo de Puerto Rico

Ganadores por Categoría: Aliados • Gerente del Año: Nydimar Boscana, Distrito T-Mobile

Alimentos y Bebidas • Empleado del Año: Saramarie Alice, Sheraton Puerto Rico • Gerente del Año: Chef José Ochoa, Condado Plaza Hotel

Casinos • Empleado del Año: Ralph Senatus, Casino Metro • Supervisor del Año: Jashira González, Casino Metro • Gerente del Año: Ana Santos, Embassy Suites San Juan

Hoteles • Empleado del Año: Ana González Ribot, San Juan Marriott and Stellaris Casino • Supervisor del Año: Mariluz Santiago, San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino • Gerente del Año: Herta Wittmann, Caribe Hilton

¡Gracias a todos los participantes, y felicitaciones a los ganadores por su compromiso y excelencia en la industria! 🚀✨

Reconocen a los líderes del turismo local En un ambiente de camaradería, profesionalismo y enriquecimiento, concluyó con gran éxito la Convención Anual de la Asociación de Hoteles y Turismo de Puerto Rico (PRHTA, por sus siglas en inglés), celebrada en el Hotel Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve en Río Grande. Durante dos días repletos de ...

🎉 Éxito Rotundo en la Convención Anual de PRHTA 2024 🎉

Puerto Rico, 24 de octubre de 2024 – Con un ambiente de camaradería y profesionalismo, concluyó exitosamente la Convención Anual de la Asociación de Hoteles y Turismo de Puerto Rico (PRHTA), celebrada en el Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve en Río Grande. Durante dos días llenos de actividades, talleres, competencias y confraternización, los líderes de la industria turística se unieron para celebrar la excelencia.

🌟 Felicitamos a los ganadores de los SuperStars Awards 2024 🌟

Premios Especiales: • Aliado del Año: Aida Ramírez, Kevane Grant Thornton • Profesional de Alimentos y Bebidas del Año: Chef Elvin Rosado, Verdanza Hotel • Hotelero del Año: Sharyl Toko, Hotel El Conquistador • PRHTA Special Award (Premio Especial Inaugural): Carlos Mercado, Compañía de Turismo de Puerto Rico

Ganadores por Categoría: Aliados • Gerente del Año: Nydimar Boscana, Distrito T-Mobile

Alimentos y Bebidas • Empleado del Año: Saramarie Alice, Sheraton Puerto Rico • Gerente del Año: Chef José Ochoa, Condado Plaza Hotel

Casinos • Empleado del Año: Ralph Senatus, Casino Metro • Supervisor del Año: Jashira González, Casino Metro • Gerente del Año: Ana Santos, Embassy Suites San Juan

Hoteles • Empleado del Año: Ana González Ribot, San Juan Marriott and Stellaris Casino • Supervisor del Año: Mariluz Santiago, San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino • Gerente del Año: Herta Wittmann, Caribe Hilton

¡Gracias a todos los participantes, y felicitaciones a los ganadores por su compromiso y excelencia en la industria! 🚀✨

🙏 A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors! 🙏

We couldn’t have made the PRHTA’s Innovating for Tomorrow: Trends Shaping Our Future Landscape Conference a success without the incredible support of our sponsors! Your commitment and contributions were key in making this event possible and bringing our vision to life.

Thank you for partnering with us and helping shape the future of tourism and hospitality in Puerto Rico!

🎉 Meet Raúl Bustamante, PRHTA’s New Chairman of the Board (2024-2026)! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce Raúl Bustamante, General Manager of The Royal Sonesta, as the new Chairman of the Board for the Puerto Rico Hotel and Tourism Association. With his leadership and extensive experience in hospitality, we look forward to an exciting and innovative future for our industry.

Join us in welcoming Raúl Bustamante as he guides PRHTA into a new chapter of growth and success!

🌟 Celebrating Excellence at the VIP People's Choice Awards! 🌟

Last night, we honored challenged the best in the F&B at the VIP People's Choice Awards. Congratulations to our winners:

🥇 1st Place: Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
🥈 2nd Place: The Royal Sonesta
🥉 3rd Place: El Conquistador Resort

Thank you to everyone who made this event memorable! Stay tuned for another day of enriching seminars and activities, culminating in tonight’s Super Star Gala tonight.

✨ That’s a Wrap on Day 1 of the PRHTA Annual Convention – Innovating for Tomorrow! ✨

What a fantastic first day of seminars, packed with insights and discussions on the trends shaping the future of tourism and hospitality! From cutting-edge strategies to inspiring conversations, today’s sessions set the tone for an exciting and innovative future.

While we prepare to celebrate and announce our VIP People's Choice Awards winners take a look at key moments from today!

Thank you to all our speakers, panelists, and attendees for making Day 1 a huge success. Stay tuned for more tomorrow as we dive deeper into shaping the future landscape of Puerto Rico’s tourism industry!

Stay tuned for our announcement of tonight's winners; we can't wait to see you tomorrow!

🍽️ Exclusive Luncheon Presented by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC)! 🍽️

Join us for an in-depth discussion on the latest tourism data shaping Puerto Rico and the Caribbean region, moderated by Crystal Bell. This exclusive luncheon will feature two distinguished industry leaders: Carlos Mercado, Executive Director of the PRTC, and Vanessa Ledesma, CEO of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA).

Carlos Mercado will present insights on Puerto Rico's tourism sector, from visitor arrivals and hotel occupancy to economic impact and evolving strategies. Vanessa Ledesma will offer a regional perspective, discussing Caribbean trends, performance indicators, and the global factors influencing the hospitality industry.

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

💼 Unlock Growth with Economic Incentives for Puerto Rico’s Tourism Industry! 💼

Join us for an insightful seminar where you'll learn how to leverage available economic incentives to drive growth and development in Puerto Rico’s tourism sector. Discover valuable strategies that can help your business thrive in this evolving landscape.

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🍷 Join the DO Rías Baixas Wine Seminar with Rosa María González! 🍷

Discover the world of Rías Baixas wines in this exclusive degustation workshop. Led by Rosa María González, this session will provide a comprehensive learning experience about this renowned wine-producing region, along with a curated wine tasting. Enhance your knowledge and enrich your guests' and diners' travel experiences with these exceptional wines.

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🥃 Join the RUMs of Puerto Rico Seminar with David "Mashynne" Rivera! 🥃

Experience a one-of-a-kind degustation workshop where you'll dive deep into the world of Rums of Puerto Rico. Led by David "Mashynne" Rivera, this session offers a comprehensive learning experience paired with a curated rum tasting that will enrich your knowledge and elevate your guests’ and diners' travel experiences.

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🌟 Dive into the 5 A’s of Tourism: Attraction, Activities, Accessibility, Accommodations, and Amenities! 🌟

Join us for an in-depth session during the PRHTA Annual Convention where industry leaders will share their insights on how these five key elements—Attraction, Activities, Accessibility, Accommodations, and Amenities—contribute to a successful tourism strategy. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your tourism approach!

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🚀 Join Us at the Puerto Rico Hotel and Tourism Association Convention 2024: Innovating for Tomorrow! 🚀

Mark your calendars for October 14-15 at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, as we explore the trends shaping the future of our industry. "Innovating for Tomorrow: Trends Shaping Our Future Landscape" will bring together experts and thought leaders to discuss the latest innovations, strategies, and opportunities in hospitality and tourism.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and prepare for the future of tourism in Puerto Rico and beyond!

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

📈 Elevate Your Skills at Our Full-Day Seminar on Advanced Hospitality Techniques! 📈

During the 2024 PRHTA Annual Convention go beyond the basics and master the art of delivering exceptional customer service! This full-day seminar will dive into advanced strategies to enhance the customer experience, emphasizing the importance of service quality in today’s competitive market.

Equip yourself with the skills to handle any situation with ease and ensure outstanding guest experiences. Together, we’ll tackle industry challenges and brainstorm creative solutions to achieve excellence!

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

👥 Discover the Latest Trends and Best Practices in Employee Management during the 2024 PRHTA Annual Convention! 👥

Join us for an insightful seminar led by Sara Chico, Esq., where you’ll learn how to implement effective HR solutions that support your team and drive success in today’s dynamic environment. Stay ahead with the latest trends in employee management!

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🌍 Explore the 4 C’s of Tourism: Conservation, Communities, Culture, and Commerce! 🌍

Join us during the 2024 PRHTA Annual Convention for a seminar focused on the critical interaction between Conservation, Communities, Culture, and Commerce. Discover how these elements combine to create sustainable tourism practices that benefit both the industry and local communities.

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🌟 An Exclusive Conversation: Insights from the Leadership at the 2024 PRHTA Annual Convention! 🌟

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from our esteemed leadership—Chairman Miguel Vega, Past Chairman Joaquin Bolivar, and Chairman-Elect Raul Bustamante—as they come together to reflect on the evolution of our industry. This insightful discussion will explore key trends, challenges, and future opportunities in Puerto Rico’s tourism sector.

Gain valuable perspectives from those who have guided our association through changing times and are shaping an innovative future.

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🌍 Join us for an insightful keynote by Salim Arkuch on Sustainability in Tourism! 🌍

Discover the latest U.S. tourism trends and gain strategic insights tailored specifically for Puerto Rico during the 2024 PRHTA Annual Convention. Salim Arkuch, a leading expert in the field, will share his expertise and offer valuable recommendations to help stakeholders navigate the evolving landscape and seize emerging opportunities in the region.

Don't miss this crucial session!

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001

🍽️ Explore the Power of Culinary Arts in Enhancing Tourism! 🍽️

Join us for an engaging session where industry experts from the food and beverage world discuss how gastronomy can elevate tourism moderated by Chef Giovanna Huyke during the 2024 PRHTA Annual Convention. Learn about the impact of culinary experiences on travel and get valuable insights into crafting unforgettable dining moments that attract visitors and boost local tourism.

📧 For more details and tickets, visit the link in bio, email us at [email protected] or call 787-758-8001