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JetBlue Celebrates Launch of New Direct Flights from New York to St. Vincent and the Grenadines to Increase Journey
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
JetBlue has formally commenced its new service connecting New York’s John F. Kennedy Worldwide Airport (JFK) with Argyle Worldwide Airport (SVD). The inaugural flight landed in St. Vincent and the Grenadines this afternoon, marking the beginning of this thrilling route. The roundtrip flights might be out there twice every week, particularly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
“We are thrilled to welcome St. Vincent and the Grenadines—an enchanting destination known for its unspoiled nature, sky-blue waters and stunning landscapes—to our growing network and offer our customers even more travel options,” stated David Jehn, vice chairman of community planning and airline partnerships at JetBlue. “This new service demonstrates our commitment to connecting our customers to in-demand vacation locations and introducing our award-winning service and low fares to new markets.”
“We are ecstatic to welcome JetBlue to our shores, marking a major step forward in our tourism development efforts,” stated Honorable Carlos James, Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Sustainable Growth and Tradition, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. “As we continue to enhance our tourism offerings and promote our beautiful islands as a premier destination, this partnership opens new opportunities for both leisure and business travelers. The connection with New York is especially significant as it strengthens ties with our diaspora and provides more seamless travel options for those wishing to explore St. Vincent and the Grenadines.”
“This inaugural flight represents a milestone not only for our tourism industry but also for the entire country,” stated Annette Mark, CEO of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority. “ JetBlue’s presence will help to boost our visibility as a competitive destination in the Caribbean. We are committed to creating memorable experiences for all visitors, and this new direct connection allows us to extend our warm Vincentian welcome to even more travelers .”
“The Argyle International Airport (AIA) is pleased to welcome JetBlue to our growing list of airline partners,” stated Josette Greaves, Chief Govt Officer at Argyle Worldwide Airport Inc. “As the gateway for residents, our diaspora, business, and leisure guests of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, AIA is committed to expanding travel options and enhancing connectivity with key destinations, including regional and domestic travel. This new partnership marks an exciting milestone in achieving our vision to deliver seamless travel experiences and world-class service for all our passengers as we continue contributing to the economic development of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.”
St. Vincent and the Grenadines, a surprising archipelago of 32 islands and cays, is widely known for its pleasant locals, dramatic volcanic landscapes, pristine crusing waters, and a mixture of black and white sand seashores that create the proper Caribbean escape. Referred to as the ‘Critter Capital of the Caribbean,’ this hidden treasure affords a big selection of actions resembling scuba diving, mountain climbing, yachting, and watching whales, dolphins, and turtles of their pure habitat.
Increasing the East Coast Leisure Community
JetBlue’s new service to St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a part of the airline’s ongoing dedication to offering prospects with distinctive journey experiences to sought-after locations. This transfer aligns with JetBlue’s JetForward technique, which focuses on leisure and VFR (visiting buddies and family members) routes from its New York hub. By doing so, JetBlue continues to bolster its repute as a frontrunner in leisure and premium leisure journey.
As New York’s Hometown Airline®, JetBlue turns into the primary U.S. provider to supply nonstop flights from JFK Airport to St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Over time, JetBlue has established a robust community throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, incomes a repute for wonderful customer support and reasonably priced fares. With the addition of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to its route map, JetBlue now serves 26 international locations within the Latin America and Caribbean area.
Flight schedule between New York (JFK) and St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVD) Service out there on Wednesdays and Sundays.
RouteFlight NumberDeparture TimeArrival TimeJFK to SVD#16399:29 a.m.2:19 p.m.SVD to JFK#16403:54 p.m.9:00 p.m.
JetBlue will serve the St. Vincent and the Grenadines route with its Airbus A320 plane, offering its famend service that features quick, free, and limitless broadband Fly-Fi¹, complimentary name-brand snacks and drinks, together with seatback leisure out there at each seat.
