With the winter tourist season fast approaching and the western end of Jamaica on the rebound following Hurricane Melissa, tourism stakeholders in the east are declaring boldly that they are open and ready for business. St. Mary, St. Thomas and Portland are the three parishes which were furthest from Melissa’s path, when the category five storm hit Jamaica on October...

Business interests and hospitality leaders across Jamaica are rallying around a bold message: entertainment and attractions will play a central role in jump-starting the country’s recovery from the devastation wrought by Hurricane Melissa. The consensus is that fast action in the resort belt, coupled with a visible return to normalcy through vibrant entertainment, will help restore confidence, reopen tourism, and...

Aspiring tourism operators are being encouraged to obtain licensing, registration, and certification through the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo). Mayor of St. Ann’s Bay, Councillor Michael Belnavis, said the streamlined process is not only essential, but will boost compliance, safety, and the ease of doing business with hotels and cruise lines. “Licensed and insured businesses are the partners hotels and...

When the Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) trade show debuted in 1990, it signalled a pivotal moment in the evolution of Jamaica’s tourism landscape. Established through a strategic partnership between the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) and the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), JAPEX has positioned the island as a premier business-to-business marketplace. The event brings together hotels, attractions, transport providers,...

Chukka Ocean Outpost, a leading eco-adventure destination in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean, is embarking on a transformative expansion set to elevate the island’s tourism experience to breathtaking new heights. Spanning 169 acres of diverse terrain in Sandy Bay, Hanover, this remarkable property is more than a destination – it’s a living testament to Jamaica’s natural splendour, vibrant spirit, and...

Tourism stakeholders are celebrating the United States (US) Government's revision of its travel advisory for the island, noting that it will provide a boost for the sector and the wider economy. In an updated advisory issued on May 29, the United States State Department lowered Jamaica’s risk level to Level 2, citing a decrease in violent crime since 2024. The...

The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) is celebrating 20 years of impactful and transformative service and stewardship. The entity marked this milestone with a commemorative service at Mona Baptist Church in St. Andrew on May 18, where Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Jenniffer Griffith, delivered remarks on behalf of Portfolio Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett. “For 20 years, TEF has...

Multifaceted entrepreneur, Sadra Madonna Lindsay, celebrated for her achievements as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Garden Gold Cosmetics and other ventures, is making waves with a ground-breaking new initiative. The gospel recording artiste and author has developed a biblically-guided planner and accompanying journal, designed to help individuals organise their lives with purpose and faith. These recent additions to her portfolio...