United States Kicks Off MHA’s 40th Anniversary Celebration In Naples With Exciting Programs, Exclusive Networking, And A Thriving Trade Show For Industry Leaders

Published on March 26, 2025

The United States hosts MHA’s 40th anniversary trade show and conference in Naples, uniting cruise executives, suppliers, and industry leaders for a landmark event.

The Marine Hotel Association (MHA) is celebrating its 40th anniversary this week with a trade show and conference in Naples, Florida, bringing together food and beverage, hotel suppliers, and industry executives for three days of networking and learning.

The event will feature special moments to mark the MHA’s milestone anniversary, while also offering a platform for purchasing and procurement executives from major cruise lines, including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC, Virgin, Disney, and more. With trade show space completely sold out, this year’s event is set to be one of the largest gatherings of its kind.

Held at the prestigious Naples Grande Beach Resort, the event kicks off with an opening reception on Thursday, March 27, followed by a tribute breakfast on Friday morning. The breakfast will include food stations prepared by the MHA Culinary Council chefs. Afterward, the trade show will open for its first full day of activities.

Friday evening will feature a Yacht Rock! program, including a live auction to support the MHA scholarship program, marking the 40th anniversary in style.

The event will conclude on Saturday with a conference breakfast and a panel discussion about cruise line and supplier relationships, followed by more trade show hours. The closing event of the weekend will be a beach barbecue.

For exhibitors and delegates, all conference programming, meals, and receptions are included in one comprehensive package.