22/06/2026
RIU Hotels & Resorts celebrated the people behind its success on June 18th, as the company marked 25 years of operations in Jamaica with a special anniversary event which was held at RIU Montego Bay.
A highlight of the celebration was the recognition of 25 veteran employees who have been with the company since the opening of its first Jamaican property, RIU Palace Tropical Bay in Negril, in 2001.
Team members were honoured for their dedication, loyalty and contribution to the growth of the company over the past quarter century.
The recognition underscored the important role employees have played in helping RIU expand from a single resort operation to seven properties across Jamaica while consistently delivering exceptional guest experiences and service excellence.
RIU executives praised the honourees for their commitment and professionalism, noting that the company's success in Jamaica has been built not only on investment and expansion, but also on the strength of its people.
The anniversary celebration served as a reminder that employee engagement, retention and recognition remain critical pillars of sustainable growth in the tourism industry.
In Photođź“·: From left- Naomi Riu presents Nadia Forrester with a long service award. Nadia has been with RIU for 25 years and was recently promoted to Human Resources Director.