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

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...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, makes his contribution to the 2025/26 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 17).

ALEX Portal Generates $100m for Farmers During First Four Months of 2025

ourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, makes his 2025/26 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 17).

Tourism Ministry Reviewing Legislation to Drive Sector Growth and Development

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.

New Social Housing Programme to Provide Shelter for Tourism Workers

Horseback riding is one of the more popular draws at Chukka Ocean Outpost in Sandy Bay, Hanover

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

8 months ago 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...

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.

8 months ago 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...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (third left, second row), and Minister of Finance and the Public Service and Member of Parliament for St. Andrew Eastern, Hon. Fayval Williams (fourth left, back row), share a photo opportunity with participants in Tuesday’s (June 10) unveiling ceremony for the Jam-Iconic Experience at Hope Gardens in St. Andrew. From left (second row) are Executive Director, Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT), Leslie Harrow; Executive Director, Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), Dr. Carey Wallace; Executive Director, Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo), Wade Mars; TPDCo Board Member, Christopher Whyms-Stone; Executive Director, Nature Preservation Foundation, Carla Myrie; and Executive Director, Jamaica Vacations Limited, Joy Roberts. In the front row are (from left) TPDCo Board Member, Christopher Jarrett; Nature Preservation Foundation Board Member, Professor Carol Archer; Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Jennifer Griffith; Chairman, Nature Preservation Foundation, Alfred Thomas; Nature Preservation Foundation Board Member, Michael McAnuff-Jones; TPDCo Board Member, Marilyn Burrowes; and Custos Rotulorum for Kingston, Hon. Steadman Fuller.

8 months ago Tourism

Jam-Iconic Experience Unveiled at Hope Gardens

Hope Gardens in St. Andrew is now home to the fourth Jam-Iconic Experience, an initiative of the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo). The Jam-Iconic Experience sign was unveiled by Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, on Tuesday (June 10). The space features aluminium framed lettering spelling ‘HOPE’, with plant inserts, a platform to the rear of the structure, a forecourt plaza,...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism, Hon. Delano Seiveright

8 months ago Tourism

Positive Attention from Revised US Travel Advisory

Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism, Senator the Hon. Delano Seiveright, says Jamaica is already seeing positive international attention following the recent revision of the United States (US) travel advisory for the island. He noted that the move from a Level 3 to a Level 2 designation by the United States Department of State, signalling increased safety and...

8 months ago Tourism

Jamaica Welcomes Inaugural Flight from Lisbon, Portugal

The Ministry of Tourism celebrated a significant milestone on June 4 with the inaugural arrival of the World2Fly flight from Lisbon, Portugal, to the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James. The flight, carrying 360 passengers, marks a new chapter in Jamaica’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its presence in the European market and showcases the fruitful results of dedicated...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett

9 months ago EntertainmentTourism

Jamaica Looking to Unleash Potential of Entertainment

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica must leverage its position as a leading entertainment hub within the Caribbean to benefit the local economy. Speaking at a Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF)-organised workshop dubbed ‘The Event Playbook: Strategies for Event Tourism Success’ at the Sans Souci Resort in St. Mary on May 27, Minister Bartlett emphasised that Jamaica’s diverse offerings...

Founder, Caribbean Front Desk (CFD), Dr. Duane Chambers.

9 months ago Health & WellnessTourism

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 showcasing authentic Caribbean wellness experiences, the CFD was developed as part of the Tourism Enhancement Fund’s (TEF) 2023 Innovation Incubator...