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Message from the
Executive
Director
Jamaica’s Cruise In addition to increased arrivals, our cruise tourism
earnings have seen a strong upward trajectory.
Sector Soars: Record Jamaica generated over US$1 billion in tourism
revenue between January and February alone,
Growth and Big Wins setting the stage for sustained economic impact
throughout the rest of the year. We are on track to
surpass 5 million visitors by 2025. Cruise tourism
for 2024! will be a significant contributor to Jamaica's goal.
At JAMVAC, we are committed to enhancing the
I opportunities for you, our trusted travel advisors, to
cruise experience for our visitors while creating
am excited to share that Jamaica contin-
grow your business. From improved shore excur-
ues to record steady growth and big wins
sions to new tour offerings, we remain focused on
for 2024!
that keep travelers returning for more. We have
Jamaica's cruise sector performed excep- providing unique, authentic Jamaican experiences
tionally well during the last quarter. Between July been updating our website to ensure it can be a
and September, we welcomed over 300,000 cruise tool that assists both you and your clients.
passengers, marking a 29% year-on-year increase
compared to the same period in 2023. This growth Thank you for your continued partnership. We look
is a testament to our consistent marketing efforts forward to achieving even greater success together
and strategic partnerships, which continue to as we build on Jamaica’s unmatched appeal in the
attract more visitors from across the world. Among global cruise market.
our five incredible ports, Montego Bay, Falmouth,
and Ocho Rios have stood out buzzing with activity,
delivering exceptional experiences for travelers and Warm regards,
boosting local businesses.
Mrs. Joy Roberts
Connect with Jamaica Vacations Limited Online Jamaica Vacations Limited (JAMVAC)
@Jamaicacruising
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