The pageant was run by Lions International Organization until 1999.
On occasion, when the winner does not qualify (due to age) for either contest, a runner-up is sent.
In 1999 is the last participation of Suriname at the Miss Universe before the local pageant absent to held the contest.
[3] In 2007 after returning in new concept, Miss Suriname run by A.P.R.A (Angel's Public Relations & Administration) and decided to send its winner to Miss World.
Miss Tropical Beauties Suriname comes to promote the culture of Suriname and the winner will become a goodwill ambassador of her country.