SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, October 3, 2022 – Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund has announced that Jamaica
has earned USD $5.7 billion since reopening its borders in June 2020. The data also shows that the island
welcomed over 5 million visitors over the same period. The announcement follows the destination’s strong
tourism recovery efforts that resulted in its best summer ever according to arrivals figures “See More…”
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – In commemoration of Tourism Awareness Week, the Jamaica Tourist Board hosted a youth forum for its Tourism Action Club (TAC) members at the Montego Bay Convention Centre recently under the theme Rethinking Tourism… “See More”
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – October 3, 2022- Twenty two years ago the United Nations World Tourism Organization began commemorating World Tourism day on September 27. Each year a poignant theme is given around which all member countries organize meaningful dialogue and activations. This year’s theme is Rethinking Tourism… “See More”
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, September 7, 2022 – The Caribbean’s leading tourist board, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), is back in US with their second ‘Fall in Love with Jamaica Again and Again’ campaign. The campaign includes an extensive in-person seminar series for valued travel advisor partners across the Northeastern U.S., the top source market for visitors to island. ...See More…
TORONTO, ON – July, 25, 2022 – Jamaicans around the world are gearing up to celebrate the island’s 60th anniversary of independence on August 6, with year-long events in both Jamaica and Canada commemorating the occasion. … See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA; June 10, 2022 — With supply chain issues dominating news headlines around the world, an upcoming conference in Jamaica aims to highlight how World Free Zones can help ease the issue as unique instruments in global trade. Centred around the theme “Zones: Your Partner for Resilience, Sustainability and Prosperity,” the World Free Zones Organization’s 8th Annual International Conference & Exhibition (AICE) will be held in Montego Bay from June 13 through 17. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, April 14, 2022 – Effective April 16, 2022, international visitors to Jamaica will no longer be required to present a negative result from a COVID-19 Antigen or PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to their travel to enter the island. Additionally, Jamaica’s mandate to wear a mask in enclosed public spaces will also end on April 15, 2022. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, March 21, 2022 — The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) in Canada is pleased to welcome Anne Palardy to the team as Business Development Manager. In her role, Palardy will be based in Montréal and be responsible for leading business development in Québec and Eastern Canada. ...See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, March 17, 2022 – On Friday, March 25, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism for Jamaica, will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with George Brown College to establish a Satellite Resilience Centre. Minister Bartlett will be joined by Dr. Gervan Fearon, George Brown’s President, for the official signing of an MOU between the College and the main Global Tourism Resilience & Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC) based at the University of the West Indies’ Mona Campus in Jamaica. ...See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, February 24, 2022 – Effective March 1, 2022, international visitors to Jamaica will no longer be required to obtain travel authorization to enter the island. Travellers 12 years of age and older will only need to provide a negative result from a COVID-19 Antigen or PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to their travel. Additionally, travellers to Jamaica will no longer face travel-related quarantine measures. ..See More..
TORONTO, ON – February 22, 2022 – On Wednesday, February 23, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) will invite Torontonians to enjoy a delicious patty in honour of the 37th annual Jamaican Patty Day in Toronto. This annual food holiday recognizes a unique part of Toronto’s history, acknowledging Jamaica’s important impact on the local community, culture and food scene. ..See More..
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, February 14, 2022 – The Jamaica Tourist Board is refreshing its Travel Agent Specialist ‘One Love Rewards’ program and website to better assist interested travel professionals in selling the destination to their clients. In addition to offering a wealth of benefits, the course provides product information and useful tips essential to selling Destination Jamaica for leisure vacations, destination weddings, special interest markets, tour groups and more. ..See More..
TRELAWNY, JAMAICA – December 14, 2021 – The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) recently rewarded the top-selling North American travel agents from the Jamaica Travel Specialist (JTS) program with a three-night, all-inclusive trip to Jamaica. The getaway, which included island tours, world-class dining, and shopping excursions, culminated with the One Love Affair, a black-tie award gala hosted on Saturday, December 11, at the Ocean Coral Spring in Trelawny. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, December 9, 2021 – Jamaica celebrated the launch of Swoop’s new non-stop service from Toronto to Kingston with a special welcome reception at Norman Manley International Airport on Wednesday, December 8. Passengers and crew on the airline’s inaugural Kingston flight were greeted by senior government officials and representatives from Jamaica’s tourism sector, including Peter Mullings, Acting Deputy Director of Tourism, Marketing; Joy Roberts, Executive Director, Jamaica Vacations Limited (JAMVAC); Her Excellency Emina Tudakovic, Canadian High Commissioner to Jamaica; Camille Needham, Executive Director, Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association; and Dale Davis, Director of Operations and Maintenance, PAC Kingston Airport (PACKAL). ...See More…
TORONTO, ON – December 2, 2021 – The Jamaica Tourist Board is getting in the festive spirit and rewarding Canada hardworking travel advisor community over the holiday season by bringing back its beloved ‘12 JAMMIN’ DAYS OF CHRISTMAS’ giveaway. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – November 16, 2021 – Following the success of its inaugural Virtual Product Showcase hosted in July 2021, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is excited to bring together Canadian travel advisors once again this fall for a live Virtual Product Showcase on Wednesday, November 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. ET. Designed to educate, entertain, and inspire, the free industry event will give agents an exclusive opportunity to hear the latest destination updates from Jamaica, connect with top-tier travel suppliers, and enjoy authentic island experiences from the comfort of home. …See More…
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA- November 4, 2021. More than 50 Canadian travel agents and Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) representatives came together for a week of island-inspired activities during an ‘Irie Hour ‘themed FAM trip in Montego Bay from October 23 to 29. ... See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA -October 25, 2021. Canadians travelling to Jamaica will now benefit from more accessible and affordable PCR testing services while in the destination thanks to the continued lobbying efforts of the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB). Jamaican officials have partnered with two private laboratories on the island to provide Canadian residents returning home with access to seamless in-hotel PCR tests at a discounted rate. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – OCTOBER 20, 2021. Jamaica has once again received international recognition at the 2021 World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America program, winning five trophies at the ceremony held in Dubai. … See More…
TORONTO, CANADA – OCTOBER 1, 2021. The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) honoured the life and legacy of one of Canada’s greatest publishing icons during the inaugural Edith Baxter Memorial Award luncheon at Palais Royale in Toronto on Thursday, September 30. ...See More…
