HERE COMES THE BRIDAL EXPO: Annual Jamaica event lifts veil today

Agents, couples, and those otherwise interested in planning a destination wedding in Jamaica are invited to tune into the Jamaica Bridal Expo today (February 03) starting at 10 a.m. (EST). The 8th annual event, sponsored by the Jamaica Tourist Board and other partners, is being broadcast virtually for the first time.

The Expo is Jamaica’s premier destination wedding and honeymoon event, bringing together top island wedding professionals and couples to explore the plethora of offerings available to plan a memorable wedding or honeymoon in Jamaica.

“Over the past 11 months, we have seen the wedding industry change drastically,” said Donovan White, Jamaica’s Director of Tourism. “Couples around the world have postponed or reimagined their wedding plans, and hotels and resorts have used the time to refresh their offerings. One of the major trends we are seeing is couples opting for smaller, more intimate ceremonies. What remains unchanged is a desire for a stunning, unforgettable venues with exceptional service and exquisite attention to detail.”

This year’s event will feature a roster of wedding and honeymoon experts providing attendees with an opportunity to hear the latest bridal trends and updates on Jamaica’s wedding and honeymoon product.

Featured breakout sessions include:

Destination Weddings – Speaker: Angella Bennett, Regional Director – Canada, Jamaica Tourist Board

2021 Wedding Trends – Speakers: Tracey Manailescu and Danielle Andrews, Co-Founders, The Wedding Planners Institute Canada

Let Love Shine – Speaker: Dr. Paulette Hossmon, Managing Director, Tai Flora Luxe

How to Get Booked Online in 2021 – Speaker: Veronica Fazio, Editor in Chief, The Wedding Planner Lifestyle Magazine

Creating Memories on Your Special Day – Speaker: Michelle Sohan, Owner/Founder, Bakery Treatz

Insider’s Guide to Selling Jamaica’s Honeymoons & Weddings – Speaker: Thomas Curtin, Partner, Honeymoons.com, and Special Travel Advisor, Bridal Guide Magazine

Love is Not Cancelled – Speaker: Marsha Ann Donaldson Brown, Director of Weddings & Romance, Sandals Resorts International

For more information and to register, go to jamaicabridalexpo.com