Jamaica Tourist Board News Page 26
JTB issues statement on Hurricane Dean
In response to the recent Hurricane Dean, Basil Smith Director of Jamaica Tourist Board said ‘We fared reasonably well. Any damage suffered was mostly to landscaping and utility poles. Damage to hotels is limited and in general the Hotel sector is in good shape. We expect to be open for business and fully operational very soon.’
Jamaica in major tourism drive
By Anna GouldmanJamaica is gearing up for a bumper year as the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is promoting the destination to new and emerging tourists including adventure travellers and the Chinese market. New room stock, increased airlift, airport expansions, a new convention centre and co-operation from the private sector have all contributed to the JTB’s bright visitor outlook for 2006, which they predict is set to grow by 10.6%.