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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.

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...

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.

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

Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Matthew Samuda, addresses a session of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association's 65th Annual Tourism Forum Awards Luncheon, at Sandals Dunn’s River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Saturday, June 27.

Tourism Stakeholders Encouraged to Promote More Natural Offerings

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, addresses 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.

National Tourism Council to Be Established

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

$5.3 Billion in Tourism Workers Pension Scheme

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...

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

6 days ago Sectoral Debate 2026/27Tourism

Tourism Supply Logistics Centre to Be Established

The Ministry of Tourism is moving to implement a Tourism Supply Logistics Centre. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, who made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on June 23, said that the centre will be the fifth industry-specific Special Economic Zone under the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Act 2016. “So, the...

6 days ago Tourism

Tourism Ministry Advancing Plans for ‘Local First’ Policy

The Ministry of Tourism is advancing plans to implement a Local First Policy, designed to ensure that a greater share of tourism earnings remains in Jamaica. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 23). The Policy will build on the work of the...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Barltlett, makes his 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 23).

6 days ago AgricultureTourism

ALEX Programme Drives 2.5M Kg Produce Sales for Over 2,000 Farmers

Through the Agri-Linkages Exchange (ALEX) programme, more than 2,000 farmers have been connected to tourism demand, resulting in the sale of 2.57 million kilogrammes of produce. Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure during his 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 23). Launched in 2017, ALEX is a collaborative initiative of the Tourism...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, makes his 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 23).

1 week ago Tourism

Jamaica Welcomes Over 1.5 Million Visitors by May 2026

Jamaica welcomed just over one million stopover visitors along with 664,000 cruise passengers up to May 2026, according to the Ministry of Tourism. Speaking during the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 23), Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, noted that these out-turns were achieved with only 70 per cent of the tourism inventory available following...

Director of Tourism, Donovan White, addressing

1 week ago Tourism

60 Per Cent Growth in Caribbean Visitors Over Last Three Years

Director of Tourism, Donovan White, says there has been a 60 per cent increase in visitor arrivals from Caribbean countries over the past three years, underscoring the success of targeted efforts to strengthen regional tourism. He attributed this growth primarily to the expansion of inter-Caribbean air connectivity, noting that increased airline services across the region have made travel between Caribbean...

1 week ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentTourism

Officials in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios Reaffirm Public Beach Access Commitment

Officials in two of Jamaica’s premier resort towns, Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring unrestricted beach access, supported by strong management practices to provide a safe, seamless, and enjoyable experience for both residents and visitors. They note that the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) has been tasked with overseeing waterfront and major urban development projects, including...