Jamaica Tourist Board News
Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett receives Order of Jamaica
Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett’s journey to receiving the Order of Jamaica (OJ) reflects his lifelong commitment to public service and the tourism industry. His latest recognition, the nation’s fourth-highest honour, adds to the many accolades he has received globally. Yet, as he reflects, being recognised by his home country carries a unique significance.
Ministry of Tourism to Host Savour Jamaica Culinary Event in Tourism Awareness Week 2024
The Ministry of Tourism, its public bodies and industry partners will host “Savour Jamaica,” an engaging gastronomy event celebrating Jamaica’s diverse culinary heritage.
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.
Tourism Minister Bartlett in New York for CTO Caribbean Week
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett arrived in New York City to participate in a series of events and activities for the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week celebrations from June 16 to June 21. While in the USA, Minister Bartlett and senior tourism officials will embark on a strong multi-city marketing blitz that will also take them to Chicago and Dallas.
Travel Advisors Critical to Jamaica’s Tourism Growth
Minister of Tourism has applauded their effort that has contributed to the Destination welcoming 4.1 million visitors last year
Minister Bartlett Calls for a Concerted Global Effort to Boost Sustainable Tourism
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has called for a united international effort to bolster sustainable tourism practices as he addressed the United Nations General Assembly’s (UNGA) first-ever Sustainability Week in New York, this morning.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett met with the owners of the Pinero Group
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett met with the owners of the Pinero Group, which owns the prominent Spanish Hotel chain, Bahia Principe, in Madrid, Spain to discuss the status of their multifaceted resort development in St. Ann. The Group owns the Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica, Jamaica’s largest hotel, with 1,350 rooms.