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Bike-to-Work & School-Day
St. Maarten's 2nd annual Bike to School & Work Day on May 27th, was a resounding success for the hosts, Tri-Sport and the Friendly Island Triathlon Association, who increased the awareness of the need of complete streets (sidewalks and bicycle lanes) on the island....
Where are we going? Nowhere Fast!
Where are we going? Nowhere Fast! Philipsburg – The St. Maarten Hospitality and Trade Association (SHTA), the largest private business representative on the island, representing a broad range of companies in many sectors of the economy is calling for the release of...
Unleash the Summer
GET READY TO UNLEASH THE SUMMER sweepstakes This summer, St. Maarten unleashes a world of fun and invites you to come along. Be one of 10 prize winners in the "Unleash The Summer"sweepstakes and you may find yourself in the splendor of our island paradise,...
Epidemiological Alert Zika virus infection!
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) / World Health Organization (WHO) recommends its Member States establish and maintain the capacity for Zika virus infection detection, clinical management and an effective public communication strategy to reduce the presence...
UTS pledges support to SMART 2015 at Sonesta Maho Resort
UTS pledges support to SMART 2015 at Sonesta Maho Resort PHILIPSBURG – UTS has pledged its support to the 14th St. Martin/St. Maarten Annual Regional Trade Show (SMART), which is slated for May 13-15, 2015 at the Sonesta Maho Resort and Conference Center. The Telecom...
Update SMART Attendees
Dear SMART Attendees, We are less than one week away from SMART and we would like to update you on some relevant information. This information is also available on shta.com/smart. Online Scheduling Online pre-scheduling is no longer available Thank you for your...
Pre-scheduling appointments closed
Dear SMART Participant, Thank you for your registering for the 2015 Annual SMART Tradeshow on St. Maarten. We look forward to welcoming you to the trade show floor. In the event that you have registered before the deadline, you were granted access to the delegate...
WINAIR airline partner of SMART 2015
WINAIR is proud to announce its partnership with SMART 2015. WINAIR is offering special fares for the delegates that are attending SMART and is trying to encourage the surrounding islands to take advantage of this offer so business can be conducted amongst the Eastern...
SHTA Director Visits NIPA Hospitality Sector
Cayhil – The Director of the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association – Ms. Zaandam - visited the NIPA Hospitality Sector on Thursday April 9th, 2015 during their practical lunch. The lunch was prepared and served by the students under the expert guidance of...
SMART 2015 Online Registration Now Open
PHILIPSBURG - The 14th St. Maarten Annual Regional Trade Show (SMART)/St. Martin is slated for May 13-15, 2015 at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino where the region comes together once again to support, interact and promote tourism to the Eastern Caribbean,...
CHTA EDUCATION FOUNDATION ACCEPTING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS FROM ST. MAARTEN TOURISM & HOSPITALITY STUDENTS. DEADLINE IS MARCH 30
THE CARIBBEAN - St. Maarten students and industry professionals are encouraged to apply for a scholarship from the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Education Foundation (CHTAEF) so they can pursue higher education or professional development in the tourism and...
SMART 2015 at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino
PHILIPSBURG - The 14th St. Martin/St. Maarten Annual Regional Trade Show (SMART) is slated for May 13-15, 2015 at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino where the region comes together once again to support, interact and promote tourism to the Eastern...
Save the date! SMART May 13-15, 2015
Governor Holiday pays working visit to the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association – SHTA
PHILIPSBURG – On Tuesday February 24th, 2015 His Excellency Eugene B. Holiday paid a working visit to the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association. The working visit of His Excellency is part of his programme to obtain a firsthand view of developments in the...
The SHTA welcomes Anenda Zaandam as new Executive Director
PHILIPSBURG -The St. Maarten Hospitality and Trade Association (SHTA), the largest private business representative on the island, welcomes Ms. Anenda Zaandam as its new Executive Director. The appointment of Ms. Zaandam follows the resignation of Ms. Karen Hana who’s...
Princess Heights celebrates pioneering eco-certification
DAWN BEACH--Princess Heights Luxury Boutique Condo Hotel celebrated its milestone in becoming the first and only property on the island to be awarded the prestigious Green Key Eco-label certification on hotel premises on the evening of February 2, amongst a crowd of...
SHTA – Remains Opposed to Counterpart Program
PHILIPSBURG – The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), the largest private business representative on the island, SHTA has taken notice of the remarks made, with respect to the implementation of the Counterpart Policy (CPP), by the honorable Members...
SHTA 2015 Wish list – Hospitality for Education & Education for Hospitality. SHTA Applauds USM Returning to its Roots
The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), the largest private business representative on the island, applauds the fact that the University of St. Martin (USM) has returned to its roots: hospitality as the flagship of our only institution for higher...