Jamaica Hails IMEX America 2024 as a Big Success

Representatives for the “One Love” island met with over 450 planners at the annual meetings and events trade show in Las Vegas.

Continuing to demonstrate its appeal to groups, Jamaica was popular among MICE planners attending IMEX America, one of the premier global trade shows in the meetings and events sector, from October 7-10 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The “One Love” island welcomed hundreds of attendees to its booth, offering opportunities to learn about ongoing developments, programs, offers and initiatives relevant to the group business market as well as what to expect in the years ahead.

“Jamaica’s tourism continues to break records, and our group business plays an important role in its trajectory,” said Philip Rose, Deputy Director of Tourism for Jamaica Tourist Board. “With a 10% year-over-year increase in visitation, which can be attributed to various factors including major hotel growth, infrastructure enhancements and increased accessibility options, our tourism partners have been dedicated to ensuring MICE professionals are able to take advantage of the best experiences Jamaica offers.”

The Jamaica Tourist Board team met with over 450 planners through one-to-one meetings and also hosted a reception in partnership with Meeting Professionals International (MPI), offering a taste of what’s new and exciting in Jamaica for MICE professionals. Jamaica’s partners that participated in IMEX America and were featured in its booth included: AmStar DMC; Half Moon; Hilton Rose Hall; Hyatt Zilara / Hyatt Ziva; Island Routes; Jamaica Tours Limited; Main Event Jamaica; Montego Bay Convention Centre; Ocean Coral Spring and Ocean Eden Bay; Princess Senses The Mangrove and Princess Grand Jamaica; and Tropical Tours.

John Woolcock, Jamaica Tourist Board’s Groups & Conventions Manager added:

“IMEX America proves to be a constructive and fruitful event year after year.”

“With almost 16,000 industry professionals from over 40 countries in attendance, we were enthused to meet with interested individuals to share more about our MICE product. Jamaica continues to stand out as a top choice for incentive, meetings and events travel with convenient airlift, diverse hotels and meeting spaces, and exceptional Destination Management Companies (DMCs). This vibrant destination caters to all with amazing cuisine, culture and immersive experiences, putting Jamaica on the map as a leading incentive destination.”

For more information on Jamaica, please go to www.visitjamaica.com.For more specific information about meeting in Jamaica, please visit https://www.visitjamaica.com/groups- incentives/.

ABOUT JAMAICA TOURIST BOARD

The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica’s national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. JTB offices are also located in Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are located in Berlin, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Mumbai, Tokyo and Paris.

In 2023, the JTB was declared ‘World’s Leading Cruise Destination’ and ‘World’s Leading Family Destination’ for the fourth consecutive year by the World Travel Awards, which also named it named “Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board” for the 15th consecutive year, “Caribbean’s Leading Destination” for the 17th consecutive year, and the “Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Destination” in the World Travel Awards – Caribbean.’ In addition, Jamaica was awarded six gold 2023 Travvy Awards, including ‘Best Honeymoon Destination’ ‘Best Tourism Board – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Destination – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Wedding Destination – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Culinary Destination – Caribbean,’ and ‘Best Cruise Destination – Caribbean’ as well as two silver Travvy Awards for ‘Best Travel Agent Academy Program’ and ‘Best Wedding Destination – Overall.’’ It also received a TravelAge West WAVE award for ‘International Tourism Board Providing the Best Travel Advisor Support’ for a record-setting 12th time. TripAdvisor® ranked Jamaica the #7 Best Honeymoon Destination in the World and the #19 Best Culinary Destination in the World for 2024. Jamaica is home to some of the world’s best accommodations, attractions and service providers that continue to receive prominent global recognition and the destination is routinely ranked among the best to visit globally by prestigious international publications.

For details on upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica go to the JTB’s Website at www.visitjamaica.com or call the Jamaica Tourist Board at 1-800-JAMAICA (1- 800-526-2422). Follow the JTB on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube. View the JTB blog at www.islandbuzzjamaica.com.

SEEN IN MAIN IMAGE:  The Jamaica Tourist Board team, including Deputy Director of Tourism Philip Rose, in front of their booth at IMEX America in Las Vegas – image courtesy of Jamaica Tourist Board

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