In a momentous victory for Caribbean tourism, Jamaica clinched the distinguished title of International Vacation spot of the Yr on the famend travel trade show, ITB in Berlin.
The accolade, bestowed on Wednesday by the Pacific Space Journey Writers Affiliation (PATWA), underscores Jamaica’s burgeoning repute as a top-tier journey vacation spot.
Based in 1999, PATWA is a nonprofit worldwide media group of journey writers dedicated to recognizing excellence within the trade.
Minister Bartlett accepts award
Accepting the award on behalf of the vacation spot, Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, expressed profound gratitude for the acknowledgment.
Highlighting Jamaica’s repute for its delicacies, music, and hospitality, Minister Bartlett emphasised the profound influence of those experiential choices on guests, creating lasting reminiscences that transcend time.
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ITB Berlin: A nexus of world tourism
The PATWA awards ceremony, a spotlight of ITB Berlin, marks a pinnacle within the tourism calendar.
With over 20 thousand individuals anticipated this yr, ITB Berlin stands because the world’s largest journey commerce present, fostering essential networking alternatives and facilitating data change amongst trade professionals.
Enhance in tourism
The International Vacation spot of the Yr award comes on the heels of phenomenal tourism achievements for Jamaica.
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In 2023, the island welcomed over 4 million worldwide guests and generated US$4.2 billion in earnings, cementing its standing as a powerhouse within the world tourism panorama.
Jamaica’s storied accolades
This latest honor provides to Jamaica’s rising listing of awards celebrating its genuine and distinctive tourism choices.
Final yr, the island secured the title of ‘Caribbean’s Best Culinary Destination’ at the World Culinary Awards.
Moreover, Jamaica clinched a powerful 33 World Journey Awards, together with the coveted title of ‘Caribbean’s Leading Destination.’
