Nackemo Elliott, Tour Specialist from Royal Plantation's Island Routes department with Debbie Hoffren |
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| I recently chatted with Nackemo while staying at Royal Plantation Ocho Rios. Here are some highlights from our discussion: |
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| Debbie: "What is your role"? |
| Nackemo: "...to make sure the guests experience the best tour possible whether it is customized or one of the tours we already have". |
| Debbie: "Tell me something about customized tours". |
| Nackemo: "...through rural Jamaica--seeing things local and non-touristy. Guests say what they want, and we recommend what they would like". |
| Debbie: "How is this different from hiring a driver"? |
| Nackemo: "We use private cars with experienced drivers, and it is an all-inclusive package with insurance. If the guest is going to go to attractions, everything is in an agreed upon rate and charged to the suite". |
| Debbie: "Do you escort tours"? |
| Nackemo: "Most of the time I escort and operate as a tour guide. There is someone else that is also experienced". |
| Debbie: "How do guests know this is available"? |
| Nackemo: "They typically talk with the concierge and sometimes watersports. I also meet with guests around the resort". |