About Us

Antigua Hotels & Tourist Association

Neil Forrester is the General Manager of the Antigua Hotels and tourist Association (A.H.T.A.) 

The Antigua Hotels & Tourist Association is a non-government organisation and the representative voice of the local tourism private sector with a membership which comprises hotels, airlines and nearly 50 other tourism-related entities.

Neil arrived in Antigua in 2001 and after two years as General Manager of one of the large resort properties on the island he took over the management of the Antigua Hotels and Tourists Association.

At the A.H.T.A. we are your guides to the perfect vacation. Our main goal is to ensure that your needs are fully met. We'll advise you on where to stay, where to eat and what to do while on the islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Ask us anything, if we don't have the answer we know just who to ask..."

Our site caters to your every need as we try to provide you with the most current events and information in terms of tours, transportation, shopping etc...

You have direct access to a range of Top End, Mid-Range and Budget accommodation in ourtwin island state. Choose from a range of price options - Guest Houses, Villas and Hotels and Resorts.

Our goal: to provide the best products and services that cater to the needs of you, our customers. We are dedicated to providing such products and services which are suitable to your various needs. Our primary objective is to maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction that is attainable and achievable.

Please provide us with feedback about our site. Your opinion is of great value to us.

For more information just email neil at neil@antiguahotels.org

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