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               Cruise      Procurement                                                                                                                         Jamaica








                 Expo Highlights Local Suppliers for Cruise Ships                                                                                               shines                                       at






                                                                             n Wednesday August 23, 2023,
                                                                             Jamaica hosted Royal Caribbean
                                                                             at the Cruise Procurement Expo
                                                               O at the Montego Bay Convention                                                                    World Travel Awards
                                                                Centre. The event brought together renowned
                                                                suppliers from esteemed companies such as
                                                                GraceKennedy, Jamaica Producers Group,
                                                                Seprod, Tru Juice, AustroJam, and Caribbean                                WE ARE THRILLED TO              •   Caribbean’s Leading                Jamaica
                                                                Producers (Jamaica).                                                       CELEBRATE JAMAICA’S                Meetings & Conference           •
                                                                                                                                           S U C C E S S  AT  T H E           Centre  - Montego Bay               Jamaica’s Leading Resort
                                                                The main objective of this expo was to showcase                            RECENTLY HELD WORLD                Convention Centre                   2023 - Sandals Montego Bay
                                                                the diverse range of quality products offered by                              TRAVEL AWARDS!                                                  •   Jamaica’s Leading Travel
                                                                local suppliers that are poised to cater to the needs                                                      The following Jamaican attrac-         Agency 2023 - GO! Jamaica
                                                                of cruise ships visiting Jamaica’s cruise ports.                       Jamaica shone brightly at the       tions, resorts, service providers      Travel
                                                                Each supplier had the opportunity to present                           star-studded Gala Ceremony that     were also awarded as best-in-
                                                                their unique offerings, establishing valuable                          attracted major tourism stakehold-  class:                             These awards are a true reflection
                                                                connections and potential partnerships with                            ers from across the globe. Known    •   Jamaica’s Leading              of Jamaica’s commitment to excel-
                                                                Royal Caribbean.                                                       for its breathtaking beaches,          All-Inclusive Family Resort     lence in tourism and the contin-
                                                                                                                                       vibrant culture, and warm hospi-                                       uous efforts to provide an unpar-
                                                                The event successfully fostered collaboration                          tality, Jamaica has continued to       2023 -     Beaches Negril       alleled experience for all guests.
                                                                between local suppliers and cruise ship operators,                     secure multiple awards over the     •   Jamaica’s Leading              As a cruise travel advisor, you can
                                                                promoting the growth of Jamaica’s cruise industry                      years, underscoring its position       Boutique Hotel 2023 -           confidently recommend Jamaica
                                                                and the vibrant local economy. With a diverse range                    as a top destination for travelers     Strawberry Hill                 as a premier destination to your
                                                                of suppliers participating, the expo demonstrated                      from around the world.                                                 clients, knowing that they will be
                                                                the rich potential of Jamaican products to meet                                                            •   Jamaica’s Leading              treated to world-class service and
                                                                the demands of the cruise ship market.                                 Among Jamaica’s over 30+               Business Hotel 2023 -           unforgettable experiences.
                                                                                                                                       awards for this year are:              Spanish Court Hotel
                                                                                                                                       •   Caribbean’s Leading Cruise      •   Jamaica’s Leading Car          The Jamaica Cruising team would

                                                                                                                                           Port - Falmouth                    Rental Company 2023 -           like to express our heartfelt grati-
                                                                                                                                                                                                              tude to all travel advisors who have
                                                                                                                                       •   Caribbean’s Leading Home           Island Car Rentals              supported Jamaica over the years.
                                                                                                                                           Port - Montego Bay              •   Jamaica’s Leading              Your dedication and partnership
                                                                                                                                       •   Caribbean’s Leading                Conference Hotel 2023 -         have been instrumental in Jamai-
                                                                                                                                                                                                              ca’s success, and we look forward
                                                                                                                                           Destination 2023                   Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall            to continuing to work together to
                                                                                                                                       •   Caribbean’s Leading             •   Jamaica’s Leading Hotel        showcase the beauty and allure of

                                                                                                                                           Entertainment Venue:               2023 - S Hotel Jamaica          this incredible island.
                                                                                                                                           Margaritaville Caribbean,       •   Jamaica’s Leading Luxury
                                                                                                                                           Jamaica                            Resort 2023 - Half Moon,





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