https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/jamaican tourism minister/ Jamaican Tourism Minister News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-01T18:43:25+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-gtrcmc-stand-in-solidarity-with-venezuela-following-devastating/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-gtrcmc-stand-in-solidarity-with-venezuela-following-devastating/ Jamaica and the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC) have expressed deep condolences and solidarity with the Government and people of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes that struck the country on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, causing tragic loss of life, injuries, displacement, infrastructure damage and widespread destruction. Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:23:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-calls-on-caricom-to-prioritize-tourism-as-the-regions-lar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-calls-on-caricom-to-prioritize-tourism-as-the-regions-lar/ Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, and one of the Caribbean’s most influential voices in global travel and tourism, has issued a bold call to action to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), urging member states to formally recognise tourism as the region’s single largest economic activity and to act collectively to protect, develop, and future-proof the industry. Wed, 13 May 2026 16:04:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-of-tourism-calls-for-innovation-resilience-and-connection-to-navig/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-of-tourism-calls-for-innovation-resilience-and-connection-to-navig/ Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett yesterday delivered a wide-ranging address at a high-level panel discussion on poly-crisis and its impact on the global tourism industry, underscoring both the profound vulnerabilities and remarkable resilience of tourism as the world’s most important economic activity. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:15:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kenya-to-host-4th-global-tourism-resilience-day-conference-expo-in-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kenya-to-host-4th-global-tourism-resilience-day-conference-expo-in-2026/ Kenya is set to host the 4th Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference & Expo (GTRDCE) at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi from 16–18 February 2026, bringing global focus to tourism resilience, crisis management and long-term transformation. Convened by the Government of the Republic of Kenya, through the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, in partnership with the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC), the event will serve as a high-level international platform for policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, development partners and investors Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:05:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/negril-set-to-fully-reopen-by-15-december-as-bartlett-hails-rapid-tourism-r/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/negril-set-to-fully-reopen-by-15-december-as-bartlett-hails-rapid-tourism-r/ Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has declared that Negril will officially reopen for business on December 15, 2025 following a rapid and coordinated recovery effort after the passage of Hurricane Melissa. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:12:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/600000-visitors-and-us750-million-by-2030-from-canadian-market-says-bartlet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/600000-visitors-and-us750-million-by-2030-from-canadian-market-says-bartlet/ Minister of Tourism, Honourable Edmund Bartlett, has set bold new targets for the Canadian market, aiming to welcome 600,000 Canadian visitors annually and generate US$750 million in tourism earnings by 2030. This ambitious goal comes as the destination experiences a significant 22% increase in Canadian airlift capacity for the upcoming winter season. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:27:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-outlines-plans-for-major-tourism-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-outlines-plans-for-major-tourism-expansion/ Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has announced plans to fuel major expansion in the island’s vibrant tourism sector as the Ministry of Tourism seeks to boost Jamaica’s share of the lucrative global tourism market. In a wide-ranging address to local and foreign media during a special Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) 2025 media breakfast, at Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa yesterday (September 23), Minister Bartlett articulated the overall strategy to build on the successes of the industry to date, and plans now in train to achieve robust growth. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:02:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-tourism-enters-bold-new-era-with-visionary-leadership-and-global-re/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-tourism-enters-bold-new-era-with-visionary-leadership-and-global-re/ Jamaica’s tourism industry is charting a bold new course under the leadership of Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, who has unveiled a fresh vision for inclusive, sustainable growth while celebrating record-breaking milestones and global acclaim. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:27:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/policy-progress-and-purpose-jamaica-charts-a-sustainable-tourism-future/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/policy-progress-and-purpose-jamaica-charts-a-sustainable-tourism-future/ In a decisive step toward embedding long-term resilience and inclusivity into Jamaica’s tourism sector, the Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, outlined major legislative, strategic, and institutional advancements during his 2025 Sectoral Debate presentation to Parliament. The initiatives reflect a maturing tourism framework aligned with Jamaica’s economic transformation agenda. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:43:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thrive-in-2025-minister-bartlett-to-deliver-visionary-tourism-address-in-se/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thrive-in-2025-minister-bartlett-to-deliver-visionary-tourism-address-in-se/ All eyes will be on Parliament this Tuesday as Hon. Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism, takes the national stage for his much-anticipated presentation in the 2025 Sectoral Debate. Set to begin at 2:00 PM, the Minister’s address will be broadcast live via Facebook and YouTube @TEFJamaica, ensuring Jamaicans at home and abroad can witness the unveiling of bold plans and key achievements that will shape the tourism sector’s future. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 08:50:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-honors-jamaicas-tourism-minister-for-regiona/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-honors-jamaicas-tourism-minister-for-regiona/ The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has recognized Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, the Honourable Edmund Bartlett for his exceptional leadership and transformative contributions to Caribbean tourism development. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:46:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hon.-edmund-bartlett-minister-of-tourism-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hon.-edmund-bartlett-minister-of-tourism-jamaica/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:47:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-to-host-3rd-annual-global-tourism-resilience-conference-and-expo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-to-host-3rd-annual-global-tourism-resilience-conference-and-expo/ Tourism thought leaders from around the world will gather in Jamaica February 17 – 19, 2025 for the highly anticipated Third Annual Global Tourism Resilience Conference and Expo in Hanover. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 21:52:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2024-25-cruise-tourism-season-starts-with-a-bang-bartlett/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2024-25-cruise-tourism-season-starts-with-a-bang-bartlett/ With Jamaica having welcomed 1.1 million cruise passengers since the start of the year, the 2024/2025 cruise tourism season got off to a strong start with ten vessels calling on the three main resort ports, with some 34,519 passengers and a combined crew of 13,137 between December 2 and 5, 2024. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:36:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-welcomes-new-portugal-jamaica-flights-for-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-welcomes-new-portugal-jamaica-flights-for-2025/ Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has welcomed a brand-new flight out of Europe as World2Fly is set to begin rotations in Summer 2025 from Lisbon, Portugal, to Montego, Jamaica. The service will enhance visitor arrivals from Continental Europe by approximately 7,000 passengers from the period of June to September 2025. Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:11:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bartlett-lauds-gtrcmc-ea-for-winning-prestigious-global-tourism-resilience/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bartlett-lauds-gtrcmc-ea-for-winning-prestigious-global-tourism-resilience/ Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has lauded the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre – Eastern Africa (GTRCMC-EA) for winning the distinguished 2024 Tourism Resilience Award. The centre, based at Kenyatta University in Nairobi, Kenya, was honoured at the Global Resilience Council Hall of Fame Awards, held at Plaisterers’ Hall in London on November 6, 2024. Fri, 08 Nov 2024 10:50:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-minister-bartlett-advocates-for-enhanced-commonwealth-collaboration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-minister-bartlett-advocates-for-enhanced-commonwealth-collaboration/ Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett has underscored the need for a stronger and more cohesive tourism strategy across Commonwealth nations to leverage the immense potential for economic and social development. Speaking at the prestigious International Tourism and Investment Conference (ITIC) Global Tourism Investment Summit at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London, England, Minister Bartlett called on Commonwealth countries to join forces in making tourism a transformative driver of inclusive growth. Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:43:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-in-london-for-world-travel-market-2024/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-in-london-for-world-travel-market-2024/ Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett has arrived in London to lead Jamaica’s delegation at the 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) scheduled for November 5-7. This significant event will bring together global leaders in travel and tourism, providing a powerful platform to advance Jamaica’s tourism objectives, strengthen alliances, and explore new growth opportunities across markets. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:28:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ministry-of-tourism-to-host-savour-jamaica-culinary-event-in-tourism-awaren/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ministry-of-tourism-to-host-savour-jamaica-culinary-event-in-tourism-awaren/ The Ministry of Tourism, its public bodies and industry partners will host “Savour Jamaica,” an engaging gastronomy event celebrating Jamaica’s diverse culinary heritage. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 08:11:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-welcomes-2-million-stopover-visitors-since-january-2024-bartlett/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-welcomes-2-million-stopover-visitors-since-january-2024-bartlett/ Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has revealed that based on preliminary figures Jamaica has welcomed just over 2 million stopover visitors and some 3 million total visitors, including cruise arrivals, between January 1 and September 14 this year. Wed, 18 Sep 2024 06:37:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-advisors-critical-to-jamaicas-tourism-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-advisors-critical-to-jamaicas-tourism-growth/ Minister of Tourism has applauded their effort that has contributed to the Destination welcoming 4.1 million visitors last year Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:40:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-attends-cop-28-to-present-inaugural-global-tourism-resili/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-attends-cop-28-to-present-inaugural-global-tourism-resili/ Minister of Tourism, Jamaica, Hon. Edmund Bartlett will be in Dubai, UAE, on the occasion of COP 28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference 2023, with global leaders and governments discussing how to limit and prepare for future climate change. Fri, 01 Dec 2023 07:16:48 +0000