Swoop now offers twice-weekly direct flights from Toronto, Canada to Kingston, Jamaica. The additional seats are expected to bring in 7,500 passengers to the island this winter. The December 8 launch of the route marks a major milestone for both the airline and the destination.
Passengers and crew on the inaugural flight were greeted by senior government officials and representatives from Jamaica’s tourism sector.
“Now more than ever before, tourism is about relationships and Destination Jamaica is committed to strengthening the strategic partnerships that provide the foundation for a successful tourism sector,” remarked Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett during his welcoming remarks. “We are grateful for Swoop’s continued support and confidence in the destination and Jamaica is committed to delivering the highest levels of health and safety for all our Canadian visitors.”
Director of Tourism Donovan White encouraged visitors to get out and experience the country during their visits. “Jamaica continues to enhance and expand Kingston’s distinct tourism offerings. We invite Canadian visitors to discover the city’s exciting urban attractions, explore the scenic natural beauty of the region, and enjoy the unique energy and vibrant people of Jamaica’s capital,” he said.
Since reopening to tourism in June 2020, Jamaica remains one of the premier vacation destinations for Canadian travellers offering enhanced health and safety protocols at all major hotels, resorts and attractions and island-wide PCR testing services.
“Jamaica is proud to strengthen and expand our strong alliance with one of Canada’s premier low-fare airlines, and we look forward to welcoming hundreds of new passengers into Jamaica’s capital each week,” said Angella Bennett, Regional Director, Canada, Jamaica Tourist Board. “This new flight service provides our Jamaican Diaspora community with increased opportunities to come home, and will encourage Canadian travellers to discover and explore the island’s exciting cultural centre.”
