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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), with General Manager of the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), Robert Honeyghan; Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (third left), and Chairman of the UDC, Norman Brown, as they discuss the UDC’s lead role in clean-up efforts in Black River, St. Elizabeth, on December 13.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), with General Manager of the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), Robert Honeyghan; Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (third left), and Chairman of the UDC, Norman Brown, as they discuss the UDC’s lead role in clean-up efforts in Black River, St. Elizabeth, on December 13.

Tourism Officials Hail Decision to Place UDC in Charge of Black River Clean-Up

Tourism officials and industry stakeholders are throwing their support behind the Government’s decision to place the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) in charge of the Black River, St. Elizabeth, clean-up. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Dr. Andrew Holness, announced on...
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.

Tourism Remains Key to Island’s Economic Recovery
Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) Regional Manager, Odette Dyer (left), presents a gift of appreciation to High Commissioner of Canada to Jamaica, His Excellency Mark Berman (centre), following the arrival of the inaugural WestJet flight from Quebec into the Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay, St. James on December 6. Also in photo is Her Excellency Allison Berman, wife of the High Commissioner.
Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) Regional Manager, Odette Dyer (left), presents a gift of appreciation to High Commissioner of Canada to Jamaica, His Excellency Mark Berman (centre), following the arrival of the inaugural WestJet flight from Quebec into the Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay, St. James on December 6. Also in photo is Her Excellency Allison Berman, wife of the High Commissioner.

WestJet’s Inaugural Flight from Quebec More Than Transportation Milestone – High Commissioner
A WestJet inaugural flight from out of Quebec City, Canada, flew into the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, on December 6.
A WestJet inaugural flight from out of Quebec City, Canada, flew into the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, on December 6.

Jamaica Welcomes WestJet’s Inaugural Flight from Quebec City
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (left), is presented with a gift by Captain of the Mein Schiff, Georgios Dimou, on arrival of the vessel at the Montego Bay Port in St. James on November 24. The Mein Schiff is the first vessel to call at the port since the passage of Hurricane Melissa on October 28.
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (left), is presented with a gift by Captain of the Mein Schiff, Georgios Dimou, on arrival of the vessel at the Montego Bay Port in St. James on November 24. The Mein Schiff is the first vessel to call at the port since the passage of Hurricane Melissa on October 28.

Small Business Stakeholders in Montego Bay Welcome Return of Cruise Ships

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RIU Montego Bay staff members assist in putting together hurricane relief care packages for fellow coworkers.
Tourism

RIU Jamaica to Reopen All Properties

With less than two weeks before the start of the winter tourist season, Jamaica’s room stock has been given a huge boost, following an announcement by RIU Jamaica that all seven of its properties will be fully reopened. The announcement marks a decisive step in Jamaica’s recovery and its ongoing mission to reassure travellers that the island remains open for...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.
Tourism

Hotel Expansion Continues

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica is witnessing a substantial influx of hotel investments and robust development timelines across key properties, despite the disruptive impact of Hurricane Melissa. Speaking to business interests and tourism stakeholders during a visit to several hotels and attractions over the weekend (November 28-29) in Montego Bay (St. James) and Negril (Hanover/Westmoreland), the Minister...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, interacts with guests at the Grand Palladium Resort, Hanover, on November 28.
Tourism

Tourism Minister Emphasises Significant Role of Negril In Sector’s Recovery

With less than three weeks before the start of the winter tourist season, Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the role of Negril as part of Jamaica’s hurricane recovery cannot be overstated, In a visit on November 28 that stretched from Sandy Bay, Hanover, through Norman Manley Boulevard to the West End, Westmoreland, Minister Bartlett underscored Negril’s vital role...
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The Viking Mars arrived in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on its inaugural Jamaican call, bringing more than 800 passengers and 400 crew members on November 29.
Tourism

Cruise Ship Makes Inaugural Call at Ocho Rios with 800 Passengers

The Viking Mars arrived in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on its inaugural Jamaican call, bringing more than 800 cruise passengers and 400 crew members, on November 29. This visit marks a significant milestone for Jamaica’s cruise industry, as it welcomes back a steady stream of international travellers following the passage of Hurricane Melissa on October 28. The bustling port of...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.
Tourism

Minister Bartlett Highlights Montego Bay’s Pivotal Role in Jamaica’s Post-Hurricane Tourism Recovery

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has underscored the pivotal role of Montego Bay, St. James, in Jamaica’s post-Hurricane Melissa tourism recovery, noting that the city will be critical to boosting the island’s economy during the upcoming winter tourist season. Following recent tours he led of Ocho Rios and Negril, Minister Bartlett described the “journey to the tourism Mecca of the...
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Visitors arriving at Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay, St. James.
Tourism

Tourism Minister Commends MBJ Airports for Key Role in Hurricane Melissa Recovery

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has commended MBJ Airports Limited, operator of the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, for the integral role it is playing in Jamaica’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. Mr. Bartlett, accompanied by representatives from relevant agencies and key tourism stakeholders, visited the airport on Friday (November 28), where he paid tribute to the...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, shares a photo opportunity with members of the RIU Ocho Rios entertainment staff, during a tour of properties in the resort town on Thursday (November 20).
Hurricane Relief & RecoveryTourism

Fund Established To Support Tourism Workers Affected By Melissa

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has welcomed the support from private sector organisations in the establishment of a $1billion fund, to assist tourism workers affected by Hurricane Melissa. “The most precious asset of our tourism industry is our staff. In moments of adversity, our people rise to the occasion. I am profoundly impressed by how quickly the sector mobilised...
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