Jamaica Named Golf Destination of the Year for the Caribbean and Latin America
20 November 2009
MALAGA, SPAIN – November 20, 2009 – Jamaica last night received the prestigious
accolade of “Golf Destination of the Year for the Caribbean and Latin America” voted
by the more than 300 members of the International Association of Golf Tour Operators
(IAGTO). Elizabeth Fox, Regional Director of the Jamaica Tourist Board, London was
on hand to accept the coveted award on Thursday, November 19 during the 2009 International
Golf Travel Market (IGTM) in Malaga, Spain.
Each year, the IGTM annual conference brings together international golf tour operators
and the meetings industry with leading hotels, resorts and golf courses of the world
to conduct business and grow the industry. This leading trade show highlights and
honors top golf travel suppliers, destinations and services.
"The IAGTO award affirms Jamaica’s reputation as a coveted golfing destination and
home to the Caribbean’s most diverse and luxurious golf courses. The JTB, with the
support of its industry partners, have implemented several initiatives over the
years to position Jamaica as the premier golf destination in the Caribbean. We are
proud of the fact that Jamaica has become a mecca for golfers offering a diverse
range of world-class designer championship golf courses set amidst stunning beaches,
valleys and mountains in an accessible, affordable and relaxing destination," noted
Jamaica’s Director of Tourism John Lynch.
With 12 magnificent courses islandwide that range dramatically in scenery, Jamaica
has become a magnet for players from around the globe.
The courses are diverse, ranging from championship to laid-back country-club atmospheres,
each with its own characteristics and designs to accommodate any golfer’s desire
and level.
There are a range of options, whether it’s the Robert Trent Jones-designed Half
Moon course, the Cinnamon Hill Golf Club by Von Hagge, Smelek and Baril or the SuperClubs
Golf Club, an 18-hole course designed by Canadian Robert Motte, celebrated for its
challenging layout with multiple blind holes and a relaxing club house.
Jamaica’s championship courses have been on show to the world having been host to
a number of international tournaments including: Shell's Wonderful World of Golf,
Mazda Champions (LPGA Tour), The Jamaica Classic (LPGA Tour) and Johnnie Walker
World Cup of Golf (PGA Tour).
Soon the island will again play host to the 4th Annual Jamaica Invitational Pro-Am
'Annie's Revenge', presented by the Jamaica Tourist Board and NIKE Golf, December
2-6, 2009 featuring Pro-Am teams from the United States, Canada, Europe and the
Caribbean competing on two of Jamaica’s best courses, Cinnamon Hill and White Witch.
Annie's Revenge, is a luxury lifestyle event highlighting the high-end facilities
that Jamaica offers to discerning visitors such as golf courses, hotels, cuisine
and amenities.
ENDS
About Jamaica Tourist Board:
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica’s national tourism
agency based in the capital city of Kingston. The JTB was declared the Caribbean’s
Leading Tourist and Convention Bureau by the World Travel Awards (WTA) from 2006
to 2009, while Jamaica earned the WTA’s vote as the World’s Leading Cruise Destination,
the Caribbean’s Leading Destination and the Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Destination.
JTB offices are located in Kingston, Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative
offices are located in Düsseldorf, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam and Tokyo.
For details on upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica
go to the Jamaica Tourist Board’s Web site at www.visitjamaica.com, or call the Jamaica Tourist Board
at 1-800-JAMAICA (1-800-526-2422).
Contact:
Lyndon Taylor
1-877-JTB NEWS
jtbnews@ruderfinn.com
ENDS
19th November 2009
Jamaica
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Elizabeth Fox, Regional Director UK of Jamaica Tourist Board (holding award)
together with members of the Jamaica IGTM Delegation
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Elizabeth Fox, Regional Director UK of Jamaica Tourist Board (holding award)
together with members of the Jamaica IGTM Delegation
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Ceremony - Jamaica
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Matt Bell - Virgin Atlantic
Elizabeth Fox, Regional Director UK of Jamaica Tourist Board
Peter Walton, Chief Executive - IAGTO
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