The Ministry of Tourism welcomed the start of the 2024/2025 winter tourist season with a tree lighting ceremony at the Artisan Village in Falmouth, Trelawny on Friday (Dec. 13). The event brought together local artisans, community members and visitors in a vibrant showcase of Falmouth's culture and creativity. It underscored the Ministry’s commitment to fostering community engagement while promoting Jamaica's...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the Caribbean region must not be left behind in taking advantage of artificial intelligence (AI) to propel the tourism sector forward. He said that as the global tourism landscape becomes increasingly competitive, more countries are recognising the potential of AI, and Jamaca and the wider Caribbean must utilise the technology to maintain the...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, officially opened the Princess Grand Jamaica and Princess Senses The Mangrove Resorts in Green Island, Hanover, on Thursday (December 12). The resorts’ development, representing a US$400 million investment, promises to transform Jamaica’s tourism sector by creating sustainable economic growth and employment opportunities. Speaking during the official opening ceremony, Dr. Holness had high...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of prominent Montego Bay businessman and close friend, Robert ‘Ducksie’ Russell. Russell, a visionary entrepreneur and pillar of the Jamaican tourism and entertainment industries, passed away last evening. “I am deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend, Robert Russell,” Minister Bartlett said. “He was a...

Small farmers have, so far, generated sales totalling nearly $400 million via the Agri-Linkages Exchange (ALEX) platform in 2024. This was disclosed by Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, who noted that this out-turn resulted from trading between the farmers and hotels, describing this as being “very significant”. Noting that close to $1 billion was generated via the ALEX platform last...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says that technology has the potential to transform the local tourism landscape creating more enriching experiences for visitors. “Imagine a future where our tourism industry is enhanced by cutting-edge technology, where visitors experience Jamaica not just through our beaches and resorts but through powerful digital experiences,” he said. “This is the future we are...

Disney Cruise Line’s Regional Public Affairs Director for The Bahamas and the Caribbean, Joseph Gaskin, says the entity is fully committed to playing an even bigger role in Jamaica’s cruise shipping future. Speaking with JIS News during the inaugural visit of the company’s flagship vessel, the ‘Disney Treasure’, the sixth in the fleet of luxury liners, Mr. Gaskin said the...