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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the official ground-breaking ceremony for the 700-room RIU Aquarelle in Coopers Pen, Falmouth, on April 20,
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the official ground-breaking ceremony for the 700-room RIU Aquarelle in Coopers Pen, Falmouth, on April 20,

Designated Public Beaches To Be Upgraded This Fiscal Year

Designated public beaches will be upgraded this fiscal year, to improve the overall experience of Jamaicans, says Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. Speaking at the official ceremony to break ground for the 700-room RIU Aquarelle in Coopers Pen,...
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), is greeted by Chief Executive Officer of RIU Hotels, Carmen Riu (third left), on arrival for the ground-breaking ceremony for the 700-room RIU Aquarelle in Coopers Pen, Falmouth, on April 20. Looking on is Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), is greeted by Chief Executive Officer of RIU Hotels, Carmen Riu (third left), on arrival for the ground-breaking ceremony for the 700-room RIU Aquarelle in Coopers Pen, Falmouth, on April 20. Looking on is Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.

Communities Must Be Recognised As Stakeholders In Hotel Investments – PM
Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) Executive Director, Dr. Carey Wallace (right), in discussion with stakeholders participating in Wednesday’s (April 13) launch of the ‘Talk Yuh Mind’ tourism workers counselling support programme at the University of the West Indies (UWI) regional headquarters, Mona, St. Andrew. From left are Chairman, Tourism Linkages Health and Wellness Network which spearheads the initiative, Kyle Mais; Executive Director, Tourism Linkages Network, Carolyn McDonald Riley; Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Rose Johnson; and Consultant Psychiatrist and Therapist, Dr. Wendel Abel.
Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) Executive Director, Dr. Carey Wallace (right), in discussion with stakeholders participating in Wednesday’s (April 13) launch of the ‘Talk Yuh Mind’ tourism workers counselling support programme at the University of the West Indies (UWI) regional headquarters, Mona, St. Andrew. From left are Chairman, Tourism Linkages Health and Wellness Network which spearheads the initiative, Kyle Mais; Executive Director, Tourism Linkages Network, Carolyn McDonald Riley; Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Rose Johnson; and Consultant Psychiatrist and Therapist, Dr. Wendel Abel.

Mental Health Support For Tourism Sector Workers
Marella Explorer 2’s Captain, Kostas Lampropoulous, receives a gift from Executive Director of Jamaica Vacations (JAMVAC), Joy Roberts, on board the cruise vessel at the Montego Bay Cruise Port, St. James, on April 12.
Marella Explorer 2’s Captain, Kostas Lampropoulous, receives a gift from Executive Director of Jamaica Vacations (JAMVAC), Joy Roberts, on board the cruise vessel at the Montego Bay Cruise Port, St. James, on April 12.

Companies Explore Weeklong Jamaica Only Cruises
A section of the Jamaica Pavilion at the World Expo 2020 Dubai, linking its use of shipping containers throughout the design to the country’s position as a transhipment portal. Jamaica was located in the mobility district of the World Expo 2020 grounds and was given the bronze award for exhibition design out of approximately 70 other pavilions in the district.
A section of the Jamaica Pavilion at the World Expo 2020 Dubai, linking its use of shipping containers throughout the design to the country’s position as a transhipment portal. Jamaica was located in the mobility district of the World Expo 2020 grounds and was given the bronze award for exhibition design out of approximately 70 other pavilions in the district.

Jamaica Cops Award At World Expo Dubai 2020

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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, opens the 2022/23 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, in Kingston on April 5.
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Tourism Ministry Targets Key Areas To Stimulate Growth

The Ministry of Tourism is focused on six key areas as it creates a framework for growth that is more resilient, equitable and sustainable. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure during his Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 6). The six areas are facilitating investments; strengthening linkages; investing in human capital development; diversifying...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, highlights a point as he opens the 2022/23 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 5).
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Over US$200 Million Infrastructure Upgrade For St. Thomas

The Government will be spending more than US$200 million to develop the infrastructure in St. Thomas to position the parish as a new prime tourism destination. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure as he opened the 2022/23 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 5). The works include developing Rocky Point Beach, establishing wayfinding...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, speaking in the House of Representatives on April 5.
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Jamaica To See Increased Airlift

Jamaica’s tourism sector is set to benefit from new and increased airlift arrangements. Speaking in the House of Representatives on April 5, Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, said that during a recent market blitz in North America, American Airlines executives confirmed as many as 17 non-stop flights per day on many major routes to Jamaica. He noted that Miami,...
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Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett, making his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 5).
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Jamaica Is Caribbean’s Fastest Growing Tourist Destination

Jamaica is now regarded as one of the world’s fastest-recovering countries, and the Caribbean’s fastest-growing tourist destination, says Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett. Opening the 2022/2023 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 5), the Minister credited the achievement to the “excellent tactics and polices” that the Government put in place to contain the coronavirus (COVID-19)....
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Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett, opens the 2022/23 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on April 5.
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8,500 New Hotel Rooms Over Next Five Years

A total of 8,500 new hotel rooms are set to come on stream within the next five years. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure as he opened the 2022/23 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on April 5. Mr. Bartlett said among the projects is the 2,000-room Princess Resort in Hanover, which will become Jamaica’s largest...
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Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett, making his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 5).
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Plans For Sustainable Tourism Revealed In Parliament

The development of a sustainable framework and strategy for the tourism sector is now under way. The initiative aims to enhance resilience of the industry and increase its sustainability during times of crisis. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure in his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 5). “When it comes...
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Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (left), in discussion with Tourism Linkages Network (TLN) Chairman, Adam Stewart (right), during the Blue Mountain Coffee Festival Marketplace at Devon House in Kingston, on Saturday (April 2). The event, hosted by the Tourism Ministry’s Gastronomy Network in collaboration with the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), was staged as part of the thrust to foster the strategic growth of culinary tourism as a product niche for Jamaica. It featured a ‘Wake up with Coffee’ panel discussion, barista and mixology competitions, an artisan village, and live entertainment. Listening is TEF Executive Director, Dr. Carey Wallace.
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PHOTOS: Minister Bartlett Attends Blue Mountain Coffee Festival Marketplace

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (left), in discussion with Tourism Linkages Network (TLN) Chairman, Adam Stewart (right), during the Blue Mountain Coffee Festival Marketplace at Devon House in Kingston, on Saturday (April 2). The event, hosted by the Tourism Ministry’s Gastronomy Network in collaboration with the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), was staged as part of the thrust to foster the...
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