InterCaribbean Airways has achieved a remarkable feat in the aviation sector by securing two distinguished accolades at the 26th Pacific Area Travel Writers Association (PATWA) International Travel Awards. The ceremony, an integral part of the globally renowned ITB Berlin travel trade exhibition, bestowed upon the carrier the titles of ‘Airline of the Year – Regional (Caribbean)’ and the ‘PATWA Gold Award – Excellence in Airline Operations (Caribbean).’
The prestigious honors were officially conferred during the PATWA World Tourism & Aviation Leaders’ Summit and International Travel Awards event on March 4, 2026. This recognition serves to highlight InterCaribbean’s profound dedication to fostering regional connectivity, seamlessly linking communities across its extensive network that spans 24 destinations within 18 distinct Caribbean nations.
Trevor Sadler, Chief Executive Officer of InterCaribbean Airways, expressed profound gratitude for the acknowledgment. “We extend our sincere thanks to the Pacific Area Travel Writers Association for this esteemed recognition,” stated Sadler. “For over three decades—34 years to be precise—our mission has centered on uniting the Caribbean. Our operations facilitate not only passenger travel but are also crucial for cargo transport, commercial activities, and the essential daily connections that are the lifeblood of island economies. These awards are a testament to the unwavering commitment and excellence of our entire team who turn this vision into reality every day.”
This double victory at PATWA builds upon an already stellar year of achievements for InterCaribbean in 2025. The airline’s previous accolades include being crowned the World’s Leading Regional Airline at the World Travel Awards Grand Final. Furthermore, it was recognized as the Caribbean’s Best MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) Airline and was awarded for having the Caribbean’s Best Airline Website. Notably, the airline also celebrated a third consecutive win for its outstanding Caribbean’s Leading Cabin Crew.
The Pacific Area Travel Writers Association, established in 1999, is a non-profit international media consortium with a robust membership exceeding 5,000 travel journalists and writers across the globe. Its International Travel Awards are highly coveted within the travel and tourism industry, representing a benchmark of excellence and innovation. These awards are presented annually at the ITB Berlin convention, the world’s leading travel trade show, adding to their prestige and international acclaim.