The 6th Annual Jamaica Invitational Pro-Am "Annie's Revenge" Returns for Players to Tee-Off at Two of the Island's Championship Golf Courses

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Sept. 12, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Golfers can now register for the 6th Annual Jamaica Invitational Pro-Am "Annie's Revenge" at (www.jamaicaproam.com). The tournament will take place in Jamaica's majestic tourist capital, Montego Bay, on December 7 – 11. The 54-hole competition will be held at two of the island's most beautiful championship courses, Cinnamon Hill and White Witch, which feature waterfall backdrops and ocean views. Additionally, golf participants and their guests can book their accommodations at the stunning, all-inclusive, Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall, the official host hotel for the tournament.

"We're very pleased to once again present the Jamaica Invitational Pro-Am with NIKE GOLF," said John Lynch, Jamaica's Director of Tourism. "Their support has enabled us to grow the event. Also, with the addition of Iberostar as the host hotel, players will have a one-stop experience for their food and beverage needs at a first-rate resort. The tournament has successfully sold-out over the years. We're hoping for the same success this year."

Golf professionals will compete for $15,000 USD in prize money, while amateurs have the opportunity to win prizes from official sponsors, including NIKE GOLF, American Airlines, and the Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall.  

"NIKE GOLF is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the Jamaica Pro-Am for the fourth year in a row," said John McLean, National Sales Director. "The tournament gives us the opportunity to spend quality time with golf professionals and retailers that support our brand, and the chance to showcase the technology and benefits of our products to the hundreds of amateurs that compete in this first-class event."  

To register for the Jamaica Invitational Pro-Am, visit www.jamaicaproam.com. To book a vacation to Jamaica, please go to www.visitjamaica.com.

About the Jamaica Tourist Board

The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica's national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. JTB offices are located in Kingston, Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are located in Düsseldorf, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam and Tokyo.

For details on upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica go to the JTB's Web site at www.visitjamaica.com, or call the Jamaica Tourist Board at 1-800-JAMAICA (1-800-526-2422).

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SOURCE Jamaica Tourist Board