Spa Finder's Rehana Zamfotis selected this fabulous white Gucci dress for Half Moon's fifth Ambassador Award event. - Photos by Janet Silvera

WESTERN BUREAU:

American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts, Airtours International, Bayside Travel, Classic Vacations, Island Destinations, Jamaica's Assurance Brokers and Caribbean Producers were among the valued partners honoured by Half Moon on Friday, October 30.

Breaking from the hustle and bustle of business to sample the award-winning Fern Tree Spa, party on the beach and then to don formal attire, travel professionals and industry partners were fêted in fine style on the resort's fifth Ambassador weekend. The treat was in recognition of their role in helping the hotel to weather the twists and turns of 2009.

"The value of partnership has meant more than ever before. The concept of out-of-the-box thinking is more than marketing jargon, it is now an essential way of life," noted the resort's managing director, Richard Whitfield, in his address to the large number of partners who turned out for the fun-filled event.

Whitfield in his brief address said that most importantly, the challenges of 2009 that tested the mettle of individuals as well as companies had ensured that the word 'team' took on an even greater meaning, "becoming a call to arms and a badge of brotherhood" for his team.

Admitting that although it was said year after year, its meaning and truth could never be diminished, "Half Moon's success would not be possible without you. For this we are truly in your debt," he said, thanking the many, which included, representatives of Valerie Wilson Travel, PGA Magazine, LIBGO, Protravel International, Travel Impressions, Caribbean Hotels, Cheeseburger in Paradise, Elegant Resorts, Expedia.com, ITC Classics, Perfect Escapes and Rich Worldwide Travel.

Janet.silvera@gleanerjm.com

From left: Mignonette Reynolds, Tamara Hill and Rachel Anderson are picture perfect!

From left: R. Christene King, Dr Wykeham McNeill and wife, Sheila, spent time together.

Tamara and Aubyn Hill having a ball.

National Commercial Bank's Marjorie Seeberan and Half Moon's managing director, Richard Whitfield, pose for Outlook.

Diane and Wayne McKenzie of Jamaica Energy Partners pose for the camera.

Stephen and Lisa Bell certainly look lovely!

Denton and Valrie Campbell are seriously into each other.

Cinnie Segworth (left) of Fettes Travel and Susan Radeun of The Travel Network Corporation enjoying themselves.