Island Vibes Newsletter April 2013 - Jamaica Tourist Board

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Upcoming Events Jamaica is jamming with events during May and June, as the island celebrates Jamaican athletics, fashion and sport. Whether you are heading to Kingston, Negril, Ocho Rios or Montego Bay, there is a host of activities and performances to enjoy. JAMAICA INTERNATIONAL INVITATIONAL ATHLETIC MEET (4 MAY 2013) The annual track and field competition, Jamaica International Invitational Athletic Meet, will take place at the National Stadium in Kingston on 4 May 2013 as part of the IAAF World Challenge Meetings. Tickets go on sale on 1 May 2013 and cost from J$5,000. For more information, visit Jamaica International Invitational Athletic Meet. JAMAICA ATHLETICS* STYLE WEEK JAMAICA (20 - 26 MAY) This annual celebration of Caribbean fashion is a five-day extravaganza of outdoor shows and parties at heritage sites around Jamaica's capital city, Kingston. The event has gained international recognition in the fashion world due to its vibrant atmosphere and edgy, island-focused take on fashion. For more information, visit Style Week Jamaica. Did you know that Jamaica is approximately the size of Northern Ireland STYLE WEEK JAMAICA FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIER – JAMAICA v. MEXICO (4 JUNE 2013) Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz have reached the final round of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifying matches. The final round will begin on 6 February and end on 15 October 2013, with the top three teams securing a place in the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, while the fourth place team will face New Zealand or New Caledonia in a playoff for the final spot. To keep up-to-date with Jamaica’s “Mission to Rio” campaign, visit The Reggae Boyz. * Image courtesy of Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association ** Image courtesy of Jamaica Football Federation JAMAICA'S REGGAE BOYZ**
What’s New in Hotels JAMAICA INN INTRODUCES BABYMOON PACKAGE Jamaica Inn has introduced a special package for pregnant guests, offering expectant mothers a nurturing retreat as they prepare for parenthood. The “Nurturing Mother-To-Be” package includes a refreshing botanical facial, therapeutic spa manicure and pedicure and holistic pregnancy massage. Package costs US$308 (approx. £206). For more information, visit Jamaica Inn Baby Moon. JAMAICA INN BLUE DIAMOND HOTELS & RESORTS TO OPEN NEW JAMAICA HOTEL IN OCTOBER 2013 Blue Diamond Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of all-inclusive hotel, Royalton White Sands, in Montego Bay in October 2013. Formerly the Breezes Trelawny Resort & Spa, the hotel will undergo an extensive renovation and facilities will include a private beach, four swimming pools, spa, complimentary non-motorised water sports, five restaurants, four bars and a nightclub. Families and couples alike will be catered for with a daily supervised children’s activities programme and exclusive “Club” and “Honeymoon” areas. For more information, visit Royalton Resorts. THE TRIDENT HOTEL AND TRIDENT CASTLE GRAND OPENING Geejam Collection will unveil its new-look Port Antonio property, The Trident Hotel, with a grand opening on 15 April 2013 following an extensive renovation. The hotel features 13 villas with private heated plunge pools and terraces overlooking the sea, and amenities including outdoor soaking tubs, steam rooms, infinity pool, yoga deck, spa treatment room and private beach. The historic Trident Castle has also undergone a refurbishment and features eight en-suite guestrooms, ballroom, banquet hall, state-of-the-art photography studio, helicopter pad and private chapel. For more information, visit Trident Port Antonio. SANDALS AND BEACHES INTRODUCE GREAT INCENTIVES ON GROUP BOOKINGS With Sandals’ ‘Sell & Go’ scheme, agents making a group booking of 10 rooms will receive a minimum of one free week for two in a concierge room at a Sandals, Beaches or Grand Pineapple Beach resort, £75 worth of Love to Shop Vouchers and £150 towards a team night out. Guests can also benefit from Sandals and Beaches’ new group booking rewards, receiving one room free of charge for every five rooms booked and paid for, as well as complimentary benefits including upgrades for VIPs, private cocktail receptions and gala dinners. This offer is available in any room category and is combinable with savings of up to 35% off plus one free night and airfare credits. For more information, terms and conditions, visit Selling Sandals or Sandals Groups. THE TRIDENT HOTEL AGENT INCENTIVES IAVRA INTRODUCES VILLA RENTAL PROPERTIES IN JAMAICA There is no better way to experience Jamaica than from a private beachside villa, charming cottage or luxurious ocean-view estate. And now with IAVRA, your trade-facing holiday rental platform, you can access an extensive portfolio of professionally managed Jamaican rental properties as well as properties across 51 other countries with ease. Sign-up now with special promotion code “Jamaica” for your two-month extended free trial to the platform and join the thousands of agents who are already earning great commissions from the fastest-growing accommodation choice for travellers worldwide. For more information, visit IAVRA. VILLA RENTAL PROPERTIES
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