Jamaica has been honored with two 2023 WAVE (Western Advisors’ Vote of Excellence) awards. Continuing to lead travel industry’s return to growth, the Caribbean destination has been awarded with ‘Destination with the Highest Client Satisfaction, Caribbean’ and ‘International Tourism Board Providing the Best Travel Advisor Support’. In the 18-year history, it is the 12th time Jamaica has earned the latter award. It is a top distinction for a destination.
“Jamaica is the only destination to have won the recognition of ‘International Tourism Board Providing the Best Travel Advisor Support’ so many times and we are very grateful to receive these awards,” said Donovan White. “The team is dedicated to providing highest level of support to trade partners.” Additionally, he also highlighted that this honorific acknowledgement made it a proud moment for them. Donovan is the Director of Tourism, Jamaica Tourist Board.
Over 6,500 travel advisors and readers of TravelAge West voted for the best among Editor’s Pick award recipients. After a careful review by Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Kenneth Shapiro and the editorial team of TravelAge West, the winners were chosen. Review methods included product analysis and on-site visits. Accordingly, survey of a select group of industry advisors and industry experts, and online research was also considered.
TravelAge and WAVE Awards
TravelAge West, serving the travel industry for 54 years, is a leading source of travel industry news. Annually held WAVE awards was held on June 8 in Marina del Rey, California this year. The TravelAge West 2023 WAVE Awards gave travel advisors in the Western U.S. the opportunity to recognize outstanding qualities and services of their travel supplier partners. The Awards, which are held annually, were provided to more than 190 companies, individuals, and destinations across 76 categories. TravelAge West will include a special WAVE Awards section in the July 10 issue, highlighting award winners.
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