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Regional Director of the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) in Montego Bay, Janice Allen, giving the agency’s endorsement for the 23rd staging of Reggae Sumfest, during the Montego Bay launch at the IberoStar Resort, in St. James, on June 23. The show takes place at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Centre, in Montego Bay, from July 12 to 18.

Mo-Bay Expects to Earn US$9 Million During Reggae Sumfest

Some US$9 million is expected to be injected into the economy of Montego Bay, St. James, during the staging of Reggae Sumfest 2015, at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Centre, in the city, from July 12 to 18. Speaking to JIS...

An artistic representation of what the Ocho Rios Cruise Terminal/Pier will look like at the completion of the enhancement project.

TEF Working to Transform Resort Areas

Tourism and Entertainment Minister, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill (right), in discussion with Vice President of Playa Resorts Management, the parent company for Moon Palace Jamaica Grande Resort and Spa, Gibran Chapur, during a tour of the hotel in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on June 18. Mr. Chapur announced that the 705-room hotel will have a soft opening on July 11.

Moon Palace Resort in Ocho Rios to Employ 1,200 Persons

Tourism and Entertainment Minister, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill (3rd left), is joined by Director of Tourism, Mr. Paul Pennicooke (2ndleft) and Chairman of the Jamaica Tourist Board, Mr. Dennis Morrison (3rd right), at one of Moon Palace’s Spa Pools during a tour of the resort in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on June 18. The rehabilitated hotel is slated for a soft opening in July. Others (from left) are: Vice President, Investments and Promotions at Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Claude Duncan; Vice President of Playa Resorts Management, the Parent company of Moon Palace, Gibran Chapur (centre); General Manager of the hotel, Clifton Reader and a representative of contractors.

Soft Opening of Moon Palace Jamaica Grande Resort in July

Mayor of Lucea, Councillor Wynter McIntosh (2nd right); and Custos of Hanover, Hon. David Stair (right), participate in the official opening of the staff clinic at the Grand Palladium Jamaica and Lady Hamilton Resort and Spa in the parish. Others (from left) are: Miss Grand Palladium 2015, Nicolette Livingstone; Human Resources Director, Sheryl Wilks; President of the Grand Palladium Staff Association, Leroy Peart; and General Manager of the resort, Jose Morgan.

Staff Medical Clinic Opens at Grand Palladium Hotel

Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill, addresses the 54th Annual General Meeting and Convention of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA), at the Hilton Rose Hall Hotel and Spa, in Montego Bay, on June 6. Minister McNeill told members of the JHTA that there is no room for unregistered and unlicensed operators in the industry.

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Ministry to Clamp Down On Delinquent Persons in Tourism Sector

Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill, says the Government will be amending the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) Act, to clamp down on persons operating businesses in the tourism industry without proper registration and licences. “We are ramping up efforts to boost compliance with guidelines within the sector. We have had constant consultations and will be amending the...

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Jamaica Secures Additional Airline Seats Out Of Europe

Jamaica has secured additional airline seats out of Europe that will lead to the commencement of flights during November, in time for the start of the 2015/16 Winter Tourist Season, and extending into the summer of next year. Tourism and Entertainment Minister, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill, says starting November 19, 2015, Thomas Cook Nordic Airline and its affiliate Ving Sweden,...

Tourism and Entertainment Minister, Hon. Dr Wykeham McNeill (at podium), delivering the keynote address at the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association’s (JHTA) 54th Annual General Meeting and Convention, at the Hilton Rose Hall Hotel and Spa, in Montego Bay, on Saturday, June 6. Seated is JHTA Executive Director, Camille Needham.

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Jamaica Records Five Per Cent Increase in 2014/15 Winter Tourist Arrivals

Tourism and Entertainment Minister, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill, says Jamaica recorded a five per cent increase in overall visitor arrivals for the 2014/15 Winter Tourist Season, over the corresponding period, last year. Speaking at the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association’s (JHTA) 54th annual general meeting and convention, at Hilton Rose Hall Resort and Spa in Montego Bay, on Saturday, June...

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TEF to Develop Heritage Trail at Lovers Leap

The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) is looking to develop a heritage trail around Lovers Leap in St. Elizabeth. Executive Director of the TEF, Clyde Harrison, said this will form part of the plans for development along the South Coast and the Fund is committed to funding the project. “We found recently that the trail is an historic trail, leading from...

Executive Director of the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), Clyde Harrison, highlights major programmes being undertaken by the entity, during a JIS Think Tank on June 2. Looking on is Director of Projects at TEF, Christopher Miller.

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TEF Enhancing Tourism Through National Rest Stop Programme

The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) is continuing its effort to improve the tourism product and enhance the visitor experience, with the implementation of the National Rest Stop Programme. This is an islandwide initiative, aimed at increasing the number of places where commuting visitors and locals can stop to refresh themselves, then continue on their journey. The $70 million programme will see...

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TEF Upgrading 14 Beaches At A Cost Of $250 Million

The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) will be financing the development of some 14 beaches across the island as part of its National Beach Development Programme. Valued at an estimated $250 million, the project is aimed at equipping public beaches with recreational facilities for the enjoyment of locals and visitors to the island. “This programme will involve the upgrading and upkeep...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (centre), shares a light moment with Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer (left) and Chairman of the Sandals Group, Hon. Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, at the official opening of the rebranded Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in St. Ann, on Monday, June 1. The hotel was refurbished at a cost of US$60 million.

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Sandals Resorts Praised For Promoting Brand Jamaica

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, is praising the work being done by Sandals Resorts International (SRI), in helping to build and promote brand Jamaica on the world stage. Addressing the opening of the re-branded Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in St. Ann on Monday, June 1, Mrs. Simpson Miller said Jamaicans can be proud of what she describes...