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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

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