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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), addresses a JIS ‘Think Tank’ recently. He shared features of the Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme, which will come into effect in 2020. With the Minister (from left) are: Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mrs. Jennifer Griffith, and Chair of the Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme Oversight Committee, Hon. Daisy Coke.

Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme Will Allow For Flexible Contributions

The Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme will allow for flexible contributions through its use of individual retirement savings accounts, says Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett. Speaking at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’, Mr. Bartlett explained that each tourism enterprise worker who...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Jennifer Griffith, highlighting aspects of the Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme Development Advanced

The Symphony of the Seas, the largest cruise ship, will visit Jamaica in 2020.

‘Symphony of The Seas’ to Make Port Calls to Jamaica in 2020

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, and Permanent Secretary at the Ministry, Jennifer Griffith, discuss aspects of the Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’.

Positive Responses to Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, emphasises importance of the Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme, at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, on August 16.

Tourism Minister Emphasises Significance of Pension Scheme

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, addressing the closing ceremony for the 2019 Tourism Enhancement Fund Summer Internship Programme, at the Courtleigh Auditorium in New Kingston, on Wednesday (August 14).

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UWI to Offer Courses for Tourism Stakeholders

The Ministry of Tourism is partnering with The University of the West Indies (UWI) in the delivery of specialised courses of study for hospitality industry stakeholders. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, said that the courses that are being developed for possible introduction at the Mona Campus in October will focus on areas such as law, logistics, health, and security. The...

7 years ago Tourism

Largest Cruise Ship to Call in 2020

Symphony of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship and prime jewel in Royal Caribbean’s Oasis-class vessels, is slated to make its inaugural call to Jamaica next year. With a carrying capacity of 6,680 passengers, the 228,081-ton ship is expected to dock in Falmouth, Trelawny, on May 19, 2020. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says arrival of the Symphony...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.

7 years ago Tourism

Tourism Minister Says 6,000 Rooms to Be Developed in Rose Hall

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says some 6,000 rooms will be developed in Rose Hall, Montego Bay, over the next five years, making the self-styled elegant corridor a prime area for the tourism high end market. In an interview with JIS News, Mr. Bartlett said the development will include the 1,700-room Hard Rock Café Hotel, a casino resort under...

7 years ago Tourism

Tourism Workers Pension Scheme a Landmark for Work Relations – Bartlett

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the passing of the Tourism Workers’ Pension Bill “will go down as a landmark moment in the history of work relations in Jamaica.” Speaking in a recent interview with JIS News, he said that the legislation, which was approved by the House of Representatives last month, will ensure retirement benefits for workers in...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (right), presents Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Tourism, Hon. Najib Balala, with a memorabilia during a press briefing, held at the Tourism Ministry’s New Kingston offices today (August 7).

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Tourism Minister Highlights Main Areas of MoU with Kenya

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in the Field of Tourism, signed between Jamaica and the Republic of Kenya, will result in greater interactions between both countries. The Minister was speaking at a press briefing, held at the Tourism Ministry’s New Kingston offices, today (August 7). The MoU was signed on Monday, August...

Director of Entertainment at Secrets Resorts, operators of Breathless Montego Bay, Delrose Bahadure (left), in discussion with President of the Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Janet Silvera, during the AMR Jamaica Fest at Breathless Montego Bay, St. James, on August 6.

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Hotel Highlights History and Culture for Visitors on Independence Day

Jamaica’s rich history and vibrant culture were on display at Breathless Hotel, in Montego Bay, St. James, on August 6, as the resort celebrated the country’s 57th year of Independence. The event, dubbed AMR Jamaica Fest, exposed tourists vacationing at the hotel to an array of cultural activities, including dance, drumming, fashion, craft, music and a parade featuring the sound...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), observes as President of the Republic of Kenya, His Excellency Uhuru, signs the guest book at the Office of the Prime Minister, following a joint press conference, on Monday (Aug. 5). President Kenyatta is in the island for a three-day State visit.

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Jamaica and Kenya to Collaborate in Sports, Culture, Tourism

Jamaica and the Republic of Kenya have signed four agreements, which will facilitate collaboration in sports, culture, tourism, among other areas. The signing followed a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, and President of the Republic of Kenya, His Excellency Uhuru Kenyatta, at the Office of the Prime Minister on Monday (Aug. 5). President Kenyatta had...