Jamaican Tourism Minister News
Jamaica and GTRCMC Stand in Solidarity with Venezuela Following Devastating Earthquakes
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.
Minister Bartlett Calls on CARICOM to Prioritize Tourism as the Region’s Largest Economic Activity
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.
Minister of Tourism Calls for Innovation, Resilience, and Connection to Navigate Global Poly-Crisis
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.
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
Negril Set to Fully Reopen by 15 December as Bartlett Hails Rapid Tourism Recovery and Investment
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.
600,000 Visitors and US$750 Million by 2030 from Canadian Market, says Bartlett
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.
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.
Jamaica Tourism Enters Bold New Era with Visionary Leadership and Global Recognition
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.
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.
Thrive in 2025 – Minister Bartlett to Deliver Visionary Tourism Address in Sectoral Debate
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.
Caribbean Tourism Organization Honors Jamaica’s Tourism Minister for Regional Leadership
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.
