MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica (January 12, 2012) – Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours, the Caribbean’s innovative tour and excursion company serving seven idyllic island destinations, was named “World’s Leading Caribbean Attraction Company at the 18th Annual Grand Final Gala Ceremony held January 11, 2012 in Doha, Qatar.

“Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours is the region’s fastest growing tour company, and we have one goal -- to introduce visitors to the authentic Caribbean -- our Caribbean – by offering the best-of-the-best experiences and service,” says David L. Shields, General Manager of Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours. “It is an honor to be recognized again with this prestigious award by our travel partners and clientele worldwide, and to know that we are on the right “route” consistently by always delivering the highest standards of service.”

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours offers over 200 certified tour and destination experiences in Antigua, The Bahamas, Barbados, the Cayman Islands, Jamaica, St. Lucia and the Turks & Caicos Islands, showcasing the culture, beauty and natural resources in each unique island destination. Swim with turtles, stingrays, sharks and the treasures of the sea on catamaran sails to secluded beaches and waterfalls. Get into the Caribbean spirit and party with pirates, go beach lymin’, jump up and experience an authentic fish fry. Take to the sky on ziplines and see a live volcano by helicopter, go swimming on horseback, hunt for conch and lobster and fish for marlin and snapper. Stunning landscapes of mountains, beaches and rainforests are navigated on Segways, bicycles, kayaks and ATVs and islands are circumnavigated by boat and helicopter.

The World Travel Awards was launched in 1993 to recognize excellence in the world's travel and tourism industry. Votes are cast by industry professionals as well as the traveling public in more than 160 countries. In addition to its 2010 and 2011 World Travel Awards, Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours has also recognized been recognized by the travel industry receiving two Six Star Diamond Awards from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences (AAHS) -- the only adventure tour company to ever be honored with this celebrated award.

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours is proud to announce that Sydelle Gifford has been named its newest boat captain and the first female captain in Jamaica.

It’s smoothie sailing all the way on the exclusive, new Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours’ luxury catamaran cruise in Saint Lucia. The Smoothie Cruise delivers a half-day relaxation and snorkeling on a sail down the breathtakingly beautiful west coast of this tropical paradise.

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours is celebrating Jamaica’s Emancipation and Independence Days by paying tribute to the country’s history and culture with special gifts, discounts and “Black, Green and Gold” themed catamaran tours.

Join in the celebration of Jamaican Independence and utilize our booking codes for special offers. For our Black, Green and Gold themed party cruise and the trio combo tour, use booking codes JAM82 and 5BSZ respectively.

Award-Winning Tour Company Reveals 31% Rise in Tours as All-Inclusive Guests Look for New Destination Experiences
Jamaican tour company Island Routes Adventure Tours has revealed an emerging trend that is seeing all-inclusive guests demand a more diverse range of tours as they look to spend more time exploring the destination than ever before.

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours is celebrating its second anniversary throughout June taking stock of its growth and successes and is poised to expand its groundbreaking philosophy to new destinations and cultural tours. Launching in one destination, Jamaica, in 2009, Island Routes Tours achieved a rapid expansion to Antigua, The Bahamas, Saint Lucia and the Turks & Caicos Islands. Demand from adventure seekers for the company’s more than 200 unique tour options has increased 60% over last year.

Learn about the thrilling adventures to be had on an 18th century estate in Falmouth, Jamaica where a variety of tours await exploration, including ATVs, Dune Buggies, Ziplines, Horse & Carriage Rides, and more!

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours doesn't disappoint! With something for everyone, writer Sheena Gayle (and 5 teens) discover an authentic Jamaican adventure with Island Routes!

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours continues an award-winning tradition of showcasing what is unique in each of its destinations with a new cruise on Jamaica’s unspoiled South Coast. The Island Routes Pelican Bar Highlight cruise on the sleek Soul Rebel catamaran sails to the famed Floyde’s Pelican Bar.

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours continues an award-winning tradition of showcasing what is unique in each of its destinations with a new cruise on Jamaica’s unspoiled South Coast. The Island Routes Pelican Bar Highlight cruise on the sleek Soul Rebel catamaran sails to the famed Floyde’s Pelican Bar, a swim-up bar in the extreme.

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"Two hours on a dune buggy safari and I was hooked," says Curley. "I wanted more, which got me thinking about the whole concept of expanding vacation horizons!"

The award-winning Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours will soon spotlight another glorious Jamaica expanse, Trelawny Parish, best known today as the birthplace of Usain ‘Lightning’ Bolt.

Ever wonder why visitors to the Bahamas are often bewitched by this pristine locale? Read more to find out one reason why.

Husband and wife journalists explore the wonderful world of Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours!

The 'Only in Jamaica' newsletter lists Island Routes as a bold and dramatic alternative to wedding activity norms

“My 3-year-old loves fish and could spend an entire day [wandering] an aquarium - so you can imagine how excited she was when I told her we would be going on the [Island Routes] Underwater Submarine Adventure, taking a submarine boat to see fish in their natural habitat.”

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours named World’s Leading Caribbean Attraction Company by the World Travel Awards!

Find out what it's like as dawn breaks and the sun sets amid the natural world wonder of Saint Lucia's pitons.

Much like casting your vote for American Idol or Dancing with the Stars, you have the chance to decide if Island Routes will take home the coveted World Travel Award for the "World's Leading Caribbean Attraction Company." Vote now!!

If you're heading to Jamaica for the month of October, you won't want to miss this! Take a look inside of the first e-newsletter from the Jamaica Tourist Board for a special Island Routes goodie!

Check out Sarah's latest Caribbean moment in Great Exuma, the Bahamas! Photo by: Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon

Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours rocked the boat on the inaugural cruise of its new Soul Rebel catamaran this week. Guests experienced the unbelievably fast and smooth ride of this state-of-the-art vessel as it sailed the turquoise waters of Jamaica’s unspoiled South Coast for the first time. Custom-designed with space-age technology, the 54’ Soul Rebel is the sixth to join the sleek Island Routes sea-going fleet.

From dancing with the dolphins to trekking amid steaming volcanic springs, Island Routes has loads of activities for kids and adults to enjoy together!