Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has highlighted the significant role of craft traders and artisans in the success of the local tourism sector. “Visitors don’t just come solely for our beaches and music; they come for the Jamaican experience, and craft plays a huge role in delivering that authenticity. From hand-carved wooden sculptures and basketry to intricate beadwork and...

The Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) will honour three local artisans at this year’s staging of the ‘Craft with a Difference’ event, for their contributions to Jamaica’s economic and cultural landscape. The honourees are Sculptor, Scheed Cole, from Sculptural Elements and Construction and 360 Recycle Manufacturing, along with husband and wife, Tamika and Ian Williams of Ahh… Ras Natango Gallery...

Jamaica and the Philippines Explore Signing MOU on Tourism Collaboration Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, was awarded the prestigious Gusi Peace Prize in Manila on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the global tourism industry. This distinguished accolade, often referred to as Asia’s equivalent of the Nobel Peace Prize, celebrates excellence in various fields,...

The Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, St. James, will come alive on Sunday (Dec. 1) for the staging of the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) craft extravaganza. Dubbed ‘Craft with a Difference: A Black Friday Weekend Extravaganza,’ the event, scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., will celebrate Jamaican artisanry, craft and skills. “We celebrate those who have gone before...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica stands ready to take on the role of a key supply logistics hub for the Caribbean cruise industry, creating a huge and transformative opportunity for local producers. Mr. Bartlett added that several major cruise lines, including the world’s two biggest cruise companies, Carnival and Royal Caribbean, have expressed an eagerness to source...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, yesterday (November 24) departed the island for Manila, the Philippines, to attend the 2024 Gusi Peace Prize International Awards. This prestigious global event honours individuals and organisations for significant contributions to peace, human rights, and global progress. Minister Bartlett will be recognised for his transformative work in the global tourism sector, becoming one of...

Deputy Chairman of the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), John Byles, says the tourism sector has a key role to play as the Government transitions Jamaica towards robust and inclusive growth. “We fully support our Prime Minister’s initiatives to pivot towards inclusive economic growth, which is particularly relevant to tourism. With collaboration and alignment, the industry offers untold opportunities to drive...