Explore Barbados’ Vibrant Tourism Industry
Inviting all tourism and hospitality professionals to join us in celebrating Barbados’ vibrant tourism sector. Enjoy exclusive discounts and rewards, life-skills training, curated tours, and exciting travel packages. Explore our annual calendar of events including festivals, concerts, conventions, tourism awards, and beauty pageants, designed to elevate your experience, drive exponential tourism growth, promote environmental and job sustainability, while enhancing the beauty of our tourism landscape and country.
Empowering Barbados Tourism Workforce Since 2014
Enhancing Skills and Celebrating Culture in Tourism
The Barbados Association of Tourism Employees (BATE) is a registered charity dedicated to empowering tourism workers through training, rewards, advocacy, and opportunities that strengthen careers and elevate Barbados’ global tourism brand.
Founded in 2014, BATE supports frontline and management tourism professionals by providing skills development, exclusive member benefits, and national recognition, while fostering pride in Barbadian culture and excellence in service.
Training • Rewards • National Pride • Global Expansion
- Regional Headquarters for the Caribbean
- 10+ Years of Service
- Thousands of Tourism Workers Empowered
- National & International Partnerships
- Large‑Scale Conventions & Records
Featured Initiatives
1 Night / 2 Days Hotel Conventions (5,000 Workers)
National Tourism Beauty Pageant
Tourism Excellence Awards
World Record Events
Explore Barbados Tourism
Enhancing Hospitality Services
Life Skills Training Programs
International Workers Exchange
Annual Tourism Awards
Join Our Free Convention
EXPONENTIAL Tourism GROWTH
BATE will attract more visitors by introducing fresh, engaging tourism experiences that highlight Barbados’ culture and natural beauty. New attractions will diversify what the island offers, encouraging longer stays and repeat visits. Expanded training programs will empower local workers to deliver exceptional service, enhancing overall visitor satisfaction. Skilled, confident staff create memorable experiences that travelers share and recommend. Beautifying the environment will make Barbados even more appealing, from cleaner public spaces to restored natural areas. Together, these efforts will boost visitor arrivals while strengthening community pride and economic growth.
Business Hours
Welcome to our vibrant community! We invite you to explore our services and programs designed to enhance your experience in the tourism and hospitality industry. Join us in making a difference!
Monday
9.00 AM – 5.00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday
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rachelceo@bateplus.com
https://bateplus.com
1-246-844-0136/1- 888-367-2880