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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, delivers the keynote address during the handover and reopening ceremony for the Castleton Botanical Gardens in St. Mary on July 1.

Holland Bamboo in St. Elizabeth to Be Pedestrianised for Eco-Tourism

Plans are under way to pedestrianise Holland Bamboo in St. Elizabeth and transform the scenic location into an ecotourism destination as part of the Government’s broader initiative to preserve and enhance Jamaica’s natural attractions. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining,...

Fashion brand Saffron Maxwell’s Founder and Creative Director, Saffron Maxwell, displays her bag collection during last year's staging of the ‘Christmas in July’ trade show at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston.

Christmas in July Trade Show July 9-10

Executive Director of the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), Dr. Carey Wallace, addresses a session at the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Tourism Forum at Sandals Dunns River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Saturday, June 27.

TEF to Introduce Alternative Pathways to Support Students

Mayor of St. Ann’s Bay, Michael Belnavis

St. Ann’s Bay Mayor Anticipates Economic Boom from Reggae Sumfest

Winners of the 2025 Tourism Product Development Company Quiz Competition from Creative Kids Learning Academy, with Executive Director, Wade Mars and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Jennifer Griffith.

Eight Schools Vie for TPDCo Tourism Quiz Title

St. Thomas residents graduate from a Tourism Skills Ready project at the Anglican Church Hall in Morant Bay recently.

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St. Thomas Residents Graduate from Tourism Skills-Ready Project

More than 50 residents of St. Thomas are now better equipped to take advantage of the anticipated tourism boom and economic growth in the parish, having benefited from a Tourism Skills Ready project. They were provided with training and certification in areas such as administrative assistance, housekeeping, hospitality and maintenance, and mixology to enhance their employability. The residents were also...

Jamaica Public Service (JPS) President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hugh Grant (second left), receives the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association’s President’s Award for JPS’s restoration efforts following Hurricane Melissa, from former JHTA President, Christopher Jarrett (second right). Sharing in the moment are (from left) JPS Customer Care Area Manager, Le-Var Allen and Client Relations Manager, Julia Gordon. The Award was presented at the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Awards Luncheon at Sandals Dunn’s River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Saturday, June 27.

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Outstanding Contributors to Tourism Industry Recognised

Outstanding contributors to Jamaica's tourism industry were recognised at the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) 65th Annual Awards Luncheon, held at Sandals Dunn's River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Saturday, June 27. The event celebrated individuals and organisations whose leadership, innovation and commitment have helped to strengthen Jamaica's tourism product. Among the top honours presented was the Special...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, addresses the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Tourism Forum at Sandals Dunn’s River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on June 27.

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Gov’t Advancing Infrastructure to Boost Tourism Growth – Minister Bartlett

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the Government is advancing a range of infrastructure and destination development projects to support sustained growth and investment in Jamaica’s tourism sector. His remarks follow calls from industry stakeholders for sustained investment in destination infrastructure to support the sector’s expansion, made during the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Tourism Forum at Sandals Dunn’s...

Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Matthew Samuda, addresses a session of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association

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Tourism Stakeholders Encouraged to Promote More Natural Offerings

Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Matthew Samuda, is encouraging tourism stakeholders to help expand Jamaica’s tourism reach, by embracing and promoting the country’s growing potential as a nature-positive destination. Addressing the luncheon session of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association’s 65th Annual Tourism Forum and General Meeting at Sandals Dunn’s River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, addresses the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association

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National Tourism Council to Be Established

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has announced plans to establish a National Tourism Council that will bring together representatives from government ministries and key stakeholder groups engaged in tourism product and service delivery. Speaking during the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association’s (JHTA) 65th Tourism Forum and Annual General Meeting on Saturday (June 27) at Sandals Dunn’s River in St. Ann,...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Barltlett, makes his contribution to the 2026/27 sectoral debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 23).

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$5.3 Billion in Tourism Workers Pension Scheme

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, is reporting that the Tourism Workers Pension Scheme now has a value of $5.3 billion in savings. The Minister made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on June 23. The Tourism Workers Pension Scheme, which was seeded by the Government with $1 billion, is designed to...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, delivers remarks during the 25th Anniversary Celebration of RIU Jamaica, held at RIU Montego Bay in St. James on June 18.

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Minister Bartlett Hails RIU’s Hurricane Response as Global Tourism Model

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has commended RIU Hotels and Resorts for their unwavering support to employees and communities in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, praising the company’s response as a model for the global tourism industry. Speaking during RIU Jamaica’s 25th Anniversary Celebration at RIU Montego Bay in St. James on June 18, Mr. Bartlett highlighted RIU’s exceptional commitment...