In its sustained bid to strengthen linkages between the tourism industry and other sectors of the economy, the Tourism and Entertainment Ministry collaborated with the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA), the Jamaica Manufacturers’ Association (JMA) and other partners to host the first ever Linkages Speed Networking event.
This week, we highlight the remarkable achievements of the tourism industry over the last year. And in our Know Jamaica feature, we head to St. Thomas.
In today’s programme we look at the Clean Coasts Project and Nuh Dutty Up Jamaica campaign, being implemented by the Jamaica Environment Trust (JET) in partnership with the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF)
Jamrock Summer: 90 Days, 90 Ways, an initiative by the Tourism and Entertainment Ministry, to further promote the island’s rich offerings. And in our Know Jamaica feature, we journey to a lush parish on the Eastern end of the island.
In today’s programme we look at the installation of automated immigration kiosks at the island’s two international airports, and how these are expected to enhance the Airport experience for locals and tourists alike.
The Winter Tourist Season (which runs from December 15 to April 30) is the busiest time for the tourism industry. Jamaica’s sun-kissed scenery, tropical vibe and warmth are ideal for tourists, who at this time of year often want to get away from the freezing temperatures in their own countries.
Come January 15, 2015 Jamaica will open its newest vacation experience, the Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. The former Sunset Jamaica Grande has been undergoing massive refurbishment since September 1, after Palace Resorts acquired the property on July 17, its first outside of Mexico, where the company owns and operates seven resorts.
Stakeholders in Jamaica and from around the region are gearing up for the 6th annual Tourism Outlook Seminar… We tell you what can be expected from this year’s staging.
Lucea, the capital of Jamaica’s smallest parish, Hanover is to get a major facelift starting in the coming weeks. The Hanover Parish Council is collaborating with four other government agencies to carry out a major beatification project in the town. Financing will come from the Tourism Enhancement Fund, TEF.
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