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Big Boost for Health and Wellness Tourism
Jamaica’s foray into the lucrative health and wellness tourism got another significant boost on May 30, with the official launch of Caribbean Front Desk (CFD) at the Half Moon Hotel, Rose Hall, St. James. A groundbreaking online platform dedicated to...
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Teachers Feted by Sandals Resorts International
More than 750 teachers from St. Ann, St. Mary, St. James, Negril and the South Coast were feted by Sandals Resorts International (SRI) on May 7 as part of the annual Teachers’ Day celebrations. Designed to recognise the invaluable contributions of teachers to the wider society, each region, through the Sandals and Beaches brands, crafted its own unique programme to...
New Futsal Court Opens in Nannyville
A new futsal court was officially opened in the community of Nannyville in St. Andrew South Eastern, on May 7. It was established under the Tourism Product Development Company Limited’s (TPDCo) ‘Spruce Up Pon Di Corner’ Programme, in collaboration with Member of Parliament, Julian Robinson; the Ministry of Tourism; the Sports Development Foundation (SDF), and key community stakeholders. Featuring a...
Visitor Arrivals Could Triple if Downward Trend in Crime Continues – Tourism Minister
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica’s tourism sector could see visitor arrivals double or even triple, provided the ongoing downward trend in crime continues. His remarks come in response to Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness’ recent comment that crime remains the primary barrier preventing Jamaica from reaching 10 to 15 million visitors annually. Delivering the...
Pioneering Entrepreneurs Honoured At 2025 Tourism Innovation Incubator Pitch Event
Founder of JamLegend VR, Nadeen Matthews Blair, emerged winner of the 2025 Tourism Innovation Incubator Pitch Event. She secured first place with her pitch for an interactive, immersive experience designed to honor and showcase Jamaica’s rich sporting legacy. Ms. Matthews Blair walked away with a cash prize of $1 million to support the execution of activities related to this innovative...
Technology Reshaping Careers in Jamaica’s Tourism Industry – Minister Bartlett
Artificial intelligence (AI), digital technology, and other tech-driven innovations are transforming Jamaica’s tourism industry, reshaping its operations and unlocking new career opportunities. This message was delivered by Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, in a video address to the Jamaica Centre for Tourism Innovation (JCTI) Tourism Career Expo 2025 on Thursday (May 1), at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose...
Gov’t Investing in Tourism Workers
Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism, Hon. Delano Seiveright, says the Government is committed to investing in the sector’s most valuable resource, its people. Speaking with JIS News, Mr. Seiveright noted that the future of the industry hinges on empowering workers, creatives, and innovators who bring the country’s vibrant culture and warm hospitality to the world. “Our tourism...