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MEET IN ONE OF THE MOST EXOTIC CARIBBEAN DESTINATIONS FOR AN EXPERIENCE YOU WON'T FORGET BY SOLOMON J. HERBERT II In the heart of the Caribbean ocean, lies the third largest island, Jamaica. With six world-class resort areas, the island of All Right is one of the top destinations in the world. Jamaica's 4,411 square miles of ter- rain boasts towering mountain ranges, expanses of lush vegetation as well as long stretches of clear, sandy beaches. The island is divided into three counties – Cornwall, Middlesex and Surrey – which are subdivided into 14 parishes. Each parish has a capital town, which is typically the centre of commerce, and two parish capitals. Montego Bay in St. James and Kingston, have city status. Kingston, located on the island's southeast end, is Jamaica's capital. With fully equipped, state-of-the-art venues, centrally located and built to fit your business needs, Jamaica's top convention centers will make sure your conference or exhibition runs smoothly. A first of its kind in the English speaking Caribbean, and second in the region, the state of the art Montego Bay Convention Centre is fully equipped for your conference or convention. With over 57,000 sq. ft. of meeting rooms, the centre is locat- ed in the heart of Jamaica's second capital, Montego Bay, which is a quick 15-minute drive from the Sangster international Airport. The centre is also a hop, skip and jump away from an array of beautiful attractions, allow- ing you and your team to enjoy a piece of paradise, while making busi- ness decisions. Jamaica's capital, Kingston, is the ultimate location for your conference. In the heart of the downtown busi- ness district; boasting five conference rooms, a 450-bay multi-story parking garage and close to major Kingston hotels, the Jamaica Conference Centre is perfect for events of all sizes. Each conference room is even equipped to facilitate translation into six languages, allowing for global brainstorming. Be a part of the activities and nightlife of the capital city, Kingston, taking in the islands rich culture. Or enjoy the laid-back beauty of serene Negril. Montego Bay, Jamaica's sec- ond largest city, will win you over with world class accommodation and immaculate golf courses, and in Ocho Rios, you'll never find yourself short of excitement. Finally, make Port Antonio a priority, where you can lose yourself in the original island day- dream. Being an island that loves to play host means Jamaica offers numerous luxury resorts, which accommodate all kinds of special interest groups. You may choose from deluxe hotels, with championship golf courses and pampering spas, small inns that over- flow with old-world charm and person- ality, or grand villas that offer peace and privacy in the middle of our tropi- cal beauty. Whether you decide to go the rus- tic route in one of Jamaic's Great House conversions, or prefer some 5-star luxury, you will be treated to world-famous hospitality. U.S. Citizens traveling to and from Jamaica must present a valid pass- port when leaving and or re-entering the United States. All visitors are required to travel with a return ticket or onward ticket for entry into Jamaica. There are three international air- ports in Jamaica conveniently located across the island. They are Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston, and the Ian Fleming International Airport in picturesque. B M & T ••• January/February 2017 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 36 AREA GUIDES J A M A I C A • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Ritz Carlton Jamaica 427 Half Moon 197 Hilton Rose Hall 488 Iberostar Resort 319 EXHIBITION FACILITIES Montego Bay Convention Center Total Exhibit Space 52,213 sq. ft. Meeting Rooms 2 WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Jamaica (800) JAMAICA www.visitjamaica.com Doctor's Cave Beach Club, Montego Bay, Photo Credit: Chee-Onn Leong