44th ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Greetings!
To: CME Travelers to the 44th Annual Conference of the Jamaica Region, April 21-25, 2025
From: Beverly J. Ross, Travel Arrangements Coordinator,8th Episcopal District
Subject: Jamaica Annual Conference, April 21-25, 2025
Greetings, C.M.E. Brothers and Sisters,
We are looking forward to a spiritually uplifting and successful visit to the Jamaica Annual Conference. Our arrival is scheduled for Monday, April 21, at 2:00 p.m. at Montego Bay Airport, and we will depart on Friday morning, April 25, from Black River. For those choosing to extend their stay, accommodations must be arranged independently in Montego Bay.
The Conference will convene over three days—Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. For both newcomers and returning attendees, this promises to be an exciting chapter in the life of our church. Your presence and support are deeply appreciated.
~Beverly Ross
Annual Conference location:
Good News CME Church
Fort Charles, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
Conference Hotel Accommodations
Indigo Beach Resort
29 Parottee Road Black River, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica.
1-876-965-9000
Mrs. Beverly Ross
Episcopal District Travel Coordinator
Email: bross11@comcast.net
713-557-6087 (cell)
D & D Travel
Travel Agent: Mrs. Dru Williams
drudon@earthlink.net 276-638-2093 / 676-806-2358 cell
SUGGESTED ESSENTIALS YOU MAY NEED
Jamaica has nice warm weather all year round . Cotton is particularly advisable, as it is the most breathable material. For the three-day conference, pack casual and comfortable attire that adheres to the theme of "Comfort and Church Presentable." Daily temperatures typically range from 90 to over 95 degrees, so dress accordingly.
• Comfortable walking shoes, folding church fan
• Snacks that pack well
• In Jamaica, the sun is strong! Sun block with a high SPF is important since you’ll be
enjoying the outdoors for most of the day
• Aloe will provide cool relief in case you get sunburn
• Insect repellent is a must for tropical climates, especially at night. (pocket size)
• Hat or visor that pack well, sun glasses and reading glasses
• Disinfecting Spray & Wipes (pocket size) tissues and hand wash
• Necessary toiletries, shower shoes and personal meds
• Mosquito spray for evenings
• CME Discipline and Bible Access
• Small flash light, batteries and folding umbrella
• Camera, Cell phone and iPad chargers and cords for your technology
USE OF YOUR CELL PHONE IN JAMAICA
Ask your phone carrier to give you an international rate a few days before you leave. If you basically send texts, you will be ok. Otherwise, long distance calls international travel from April 21-25, 2025.
HOTEL ROOM RATES
| Beds | Views | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 King | Interior - Now View | $85 |
| 1 King | Garden View | $111 |
| 2 King | Partial Ocean View | $121 |
| 2 Double Beds | Partial Ocean View | $121 |
| 2 Double Beds | Garden View | $121 |
| 1 King, 1 Double | Partial Garden View | $121 |
| 4 Double Beds | Partial Garden View | $151 |
EMERGENCY NOTICE
Each traveler will be asked to complete a form that gives notice of who to call or contact in the USA in case of illness or an emergency. Be sure to bring all of your medications. Keep meds in the original prescription bottles in your carry-on bag. If you are Medicare-eligible, please know that Medicare does not pay for medical care outside of the US borders. Medical service will have to be cash or credit card.
RETURN TRIP TO THE USA
We will prepare to leave the hotel early Friday morning, usually 6:00 AM. Breakfast will not be served at the hotel. We will possibly stop for a brief shopping experience and food. Then, travel on to Montego Bay to the airport and board planes for the USA.
It is our prayer that…“The Lord will keep watch over your going out and you're coming in, from this time and forever.” This is a CME Church Annual Conference and not a sea and sun adventure!!
CONTACTS:
Beverly Ross,
- Travel Arrangements Coordinator,
- 8th Episcopal District
- Telephone: 713-557-6087 (cell)
- Email: bross11@cocast.net
- D and D Travel
- - Mrs. Agent; Dru Williams,
- - Email: drudon@earthklink.net
- - Phone: (276) 638-2093
MEAL COSTS
- Continental Breakfast served daily at hotel
- 50% Deposit required to secure reservation
- Taxes and Service Charge included
- Please Note: Hotel will NOT discount extra person charges