The Black Pineapple Awards
Celebrating excellence and achievements across Antigua
and Barbuda’s tourism sector
About the Black Pineapple Awards
The Antigua and Barbuda Black Pineapple Awards is a premier event that celebrates the exceptional achievements of 100 top-producing travel professionals from across the globe.
Hosted by the Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Tourism and the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, in the twin-island paradise, the awards are named after the Antigua Black Pineapple, famous for its unrivalled sweetness and found only in this Caribbean gem.
The fruit’s reputation for excellence mirrors the destination’s gratitude for the pivotal role travel agents play in its growing success as a must-visit destination.
The Black Pineapple Awards is our way of saying a heartfelt thank you to our global travel agents who continue to drive our tourism industry forward.
The top performers celebrated have been selected from Antigua and Barbuda’s key source markets in the UK & Europe, USA, Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
Award Categories
The Black Pineapple Awards recognize excellence across these
key tourism categories
Tourism Ambassador
Recognizing individuals who
exemplify exceptional service
and represent the spirit of
rbuda Antigua and Barbuda.
Hospitality Excellence
Celebrating hotels, resorts and
accommodations that consistently deliver outstanding guest
experiences.
Culinary Achievement
Honoring restaurants, chefs and food services that showcase the best of local and international cuisine.
Tour Excellence
Acknowledging tour operators and excursions that create memorable experiences for Visitors.
Sustainable Tourism
Recognizing businesses
committed to environmental
conservation and sustainable
tourism practices.
Service Excellence
Celebrating individuals and
teams that consistently deliver
exceptional customer service.
Tourism Innovation
Honoring new and creative
approaches to enhancing the
tourism experience in Antigua
and Barbuda.
Lifetime Achievement
Recognizing individuals who have made lasting contributions to tourism in Antigua and Barbuda.
Commemorative E-Magazine
Explore the official Black Pineapple Awards commemorative magazine featuring interviews, winner profiles, and highlights
from this prestigious tourism industry recognition event.