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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett

Tourism Minister Lauds JHTA

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has lauded the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) for its steadfast advocacy and focused leadership during times of crisis and uncertainty. Speaking at the JHTA’s 64th Annual General Meeting held on June 28,...
Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, delivers the main address during the inaugural Jamaica Forum on Gastronomy Tourism at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston on Wednesday (June 18).
Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, delivers the main address during the inaugural Jamaica Forum on Gastronomy Tourism at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston on Wednesday (June 18).

Tourism Sector on Track for Growth In 2025
Tourism Information Centre Manager at the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), Lucretia Green (left), with The Manning’s School Jullisa Dujon; Montego Bay High School’s Kiara Bowman, and Hampton School’s Caleader Lewinson, following the completion of the first round of the annual Junior Minister of Tourism Competition, at the Sandals Ochi Beach Resort, St. Ann, on June 20.
Tourism Information Centre Manager at the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), Lucretia Green (left), with The Manning’s School Jullisa Dujon; Montego Bay High School’s Kiara Bowman, and Hampton School’s Caleader Lewinson, following the completion of the first round of the annual Junior Minister of Tourism Competition, at the Sandals Ochi Beach Resort, St. Ann, on June 20.

All-Girls Showdown in Junior Minister of Tourism Competition
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), embraces New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary, Shirley Bennett, following the handover of her new two-bedroom home during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday (June 19) in Style Hut, Port Morant, St. Thomas. In the background are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams (right), and Member of Parliament for St. Thomas Eastern, Dr. Michelle Charles.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), embraces New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary, Shirley Bennett, following the handover of her new two-bedroom home during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday (June 19) in Style Hut, Port Morant, St. Thomas. In the background are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams (right), and Member of Parliament for St. Thomas Eastern, Dr. Michelle Charles.

Gov’t Targets Informal Settlements with New Housing Initiative for Tourism Workers
Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, delivers the main address during the inaugural Jamaica Forum on Gastronomy Tourism at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston on Wednesday (June 18).
Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, delivers the main address during the inaugural Jamaica Forum on Gastronomy Tourism at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston on Wednesday (June 18).

Gastronomy Academy Welcomes First Cohort of Executive Sous-Chef Trainees

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Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, addresses Wednesday’s (June 18) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.
DevelopmentEnvironmentTourism

Tourism Minister Reaffirms Gov’t’s Commitment to Environmental Sustainability

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Speaking during Wednesday’s (June 18) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, Mr. Bartlett emphasised that the symbiotic relationship between development and the environment is undeniable. “Tourism is very, very concerned about this, because the environment is the product, and we have no product if we have a...
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ourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, makes his 2025/26 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 17).
Tourism

Tourism Ministry Reviewing Legislation to Drive Sector Growth and Development

The Ministry of Tourism is reviewing several pieces of legislation to strengthen growth and development in the sector. Among these is the Jamaica Tourist Board Act, which Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says is now being reviewed by the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB). “I am pleased to announce that, next week, we will bring to this House… and, indeed, present...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), cuts the ribbon, marking the official handover of a two-bedroom unit under the Government’s New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) to beneficiary, Patrick Sawyers (second left), during a ceremony on Friday (June 13) at 51 Whitehall Avenue, St. Andrew North Central. Joining them are Member of Parliament, Karl Samuda, and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentHousingPrime MinisterTourism

New Social Housing Programme to Provide Shelter for Tourism Workers

The Government is set to launch a new component of the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP), aimed at providing shelter for tourism workers. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, announced that the Social Housing for Tourism Workers will be launched soon. “We have a budget that will essentially finance the construction of another 100 units for tourism workers,”...
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Horseback riding is one of the more popular draws at Chukka Ocean Outpost in Sandy Bay, Hanover
Tourism

Chukka Caribbean Adventures to Engage Community in Expansion Plans in Sandy Bay

Deputy Executive Chairman of Chukka Caribbean Adventures, John Byles, says that community engagement is very important in the company’s upcoming expansion plans and enhanced tourism offerings in Sandy Bay, Hanover. He said that with the transformation of the tour experience at the facility, there will be an enhanced integration into the surrounding communities by the Chukka Ocean Post attraction. “So,...
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Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.
Tourism

Jamaicans Remain the Heartbeat of the Tourism Industry – Minister Bartlett

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says that while it may sometimes go unnoticed, the people of Jamaica remain “the front, centre, and heart” of the tourism industry. Speaking with JIS News following a recent Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) celebratory event at the Hard Rock Hotel in New York, Mr. Bartlett noted that the vibrant relationships forged between Jamaicans and visitors...
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Auditions for entry into the Tourism Entertainment Academy will be held at Grand-A-View Restaurant and Event Place in Montego Bay, from June 17-19, beginning 9:00 a.m.
EducationEntertainmentTourism

Tourism Entertainment Academy Opens Doors to Jamaica’s Top Talents in Reggae, Jazz and Comedy

Talented Jamaicans in Reggae, jazz and comedy are being invited to audition for entry into the Tourism Entertainment Academy (TEA). The TEA is an initiative of the Ministry of Tourism, being implemented by the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) in partnership with the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts. It aims to prepare local entertainers, not just for...
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