Welcome to the leading private association for tourism AND HOSPITALITY development and promotion in Suriname

The Suriname Hospitality and Tourism Association (SHATA) provides essential services to enhance the tourism and hospitality sector in Suriname, aiming to increase the number of travelers to the country and increase tourist spending. Therefore, SHATA creates real value and business opportunities for its members.

The 5 main services SHATA provides to improve Tourism in Suriname are:

    • Networking and lobby services:
      • Networking with relevant national, regional, and international institutions  and organizations to promote the relevance of the tourism sector as an  economic pillar.
      • Providing, based on solid research, solicited and unsolicited inputs to the Government regarding tourism policies and strategies
    • Marketing and promotions:
      To promote Suriname as a tourism destination in selected markets and market segments in cooperation with the Government of Suriname.
    • Market intelligence:
      To provide relevant, up-to-date market information on domestic, regional, and international target markets.
    • Tourism education:
      To help promote tourism education in Suriname through the national education program, in collaboration with the government of Suriname, particularly in vocational training for the hospitality sector.
    • Value and service for SHATA members:
      Providing excellent service to our members and creating new business and opportunities.

     

Interested in the joint marketing promotions, special offers, real business savings and all other benefits of Suriname’s leading Hospitality and Tourism Association?

BECOME A MEMBER

    • To qualify for membership, your company must be registered with the Chamber of Commerce in Suriname.
    • Must either be operational in the tourism and hospitality sector or have an affiliation.