KINGSTON, Jamaica, CMC -Jamaica Friday welcomed the announcement by American Airways that it will likely be commencing a brand new service to the Ian Fleming Worldwide Airport (OCJ) right here on February 24, subsequent yr.
“We’re delighted with American Airways’ determination to introduce this new route, which is able to serve the Ocho Rios resort space and its environs. It marks a big milestone in Jamaica’s ongoing journey to strengthen its place because the area’s premiere vacationer vacation spot,” Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett mentioned.
“The introduction of this route can also be a constructive one for our stakeholders in St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland, as it would drastically improve the accessibility to the island’s northeast hall, making it extra handy for vacationers to discover the wonders of standard resort areas like Ocho Rios.”
Tourism officers right here mentioned the choice by American Airways so as to add this new route displays the growing demand for the island’s tourism merchandise and choices.
As post-pandemic vacationers search real and genuine experiences, Jamaica has emerged as a best choice.
“We eagerly await the influx of tourists by way of this new route and look ahead to witnessing the continual progress of this service. We’re assured that the path to Ocho Rios will increase shortly,” Bartlett mentioned.
The brand new service to Ocho Rios will function twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, using an Embraer 175 plane with a capability for 76 passengers. Vacationers will profit from handy connectivity with American Airways’ Miami Worldwide Airport (MIA) hub.
By introducing this new route, American Airways additional solidifies its place because the main airline in Jamaica, working over 100 weekly flights to the US through the winter season.
“After greater than 45 years of service, we’re excited to proceed increasing our Jamaica flying with new service to Ocho Rios, changing into the primary U.S. airline to supply entry to this Caribbean paradise,” mentioned José A. Freig, American Airways Vice President for Worldwide Operations.
Bartlett mentioned the brand new service “enhances the airline’s sturdy schedule within the nation, offering guests with varied choices to discover our numerous sights and expertise our wealthy tradition.”
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