KINGSTON, JAMAICA -SEPTEMBER 23, 2021. To celebrate the release of the latest James Bond film, the Jamaica Tourist Board has released behind-the-scenes footage of No Time To Die. The exclusive footage??showcases cast and crew as well as some of the locations shot in Jamaica. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA -SEPTEMBER 10, 2021. Jamaica has established a new Tourism Vaccination Task Force that aims to facilitate the administration of COVID-19 vaccinations to all tourism workers island wide. Under the leadership of Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett, the task force has organized a series of voluntary vaccination blitzes located at strategic sites across the country. The initiative aims to increase access to vaccinations for Jamaica’s tourism workers, including individuals working in hotels, villas and guest houses, attractions, airports, cruise ports, craft markets as well as ground transportation operators. … See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? AUGUST 25, 2021???????The??Jamaica Tourist Board??(JTB) is pleased to announce the five finalists for the inaugural??Edith Baxter Memorial Award, a new biennial award program established earlier this year in memory of long-time Canadian publishing icon Edith Baxter.?? Founded in partnership between the JTB and the Baxter family, the commemorative award recognizes outstanding individuals who contribute to the positive advancement of Jamaica???s tourist industry and/or Jamaican culture within Canada. …See More…
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA, August 16, 2021????? Yesterday (Sunday, August 15), the Jamaica Tourist Board welcomed the arrival of the destination???s millionth visitor to the Sangster International Airport, a significant milestone since the country???s borders reopened on June 15, 2020. Daynel Williams, who arrived on JetBlue flight 1179 from New York, was greeted by the Minister of Tourism Hon Edmund Bartlett, Director of Tourism Donovan White and other tourism partners.?? …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA???????July 6, 2021 ?????Jamaican government and tourism industry officials were on hand at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay on Sunday, July 4 to welcome back Canadian visitors and celebrate the arrival of Air Canada???s first Dreamliner flight into the destination. As the inaugural Jamaican flight for Air Canada???s signature 787 Boeing aircraft, the momentous occasion represents the exciting return of the Canadian tourism market following a six-month hiatus. … See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA???????June 16, 2021 ?????Canadian travel advisors will have the opportunity to hear timely destination updates, connect with travel suppliers and enjoy some unique island fun this summer when the??Jamaica Tourist Board??(JTB) hosts its inaugural??Virtual Product Showcase??on??Tuesday, July 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. ET. … See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? APRIL 29, 2021 ??? Jamaica???s travel ban on the United Kingdom (UK) that is slated to come to an end tomorrow, April 30, will not be extended. This means that the ban, which was instituted as part of the measures under Jamaica???s Disaster Risk Management Act, will be lifted as of May 1, 2021. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, April 26, 2021????? Jamaica???s public relations interests in the United States will now be represented by Lou Hammond Group (LHG). As industry leaders in destination marketing, LHG will use its extensive media relationships and creativity to grow Jamaica???s reputation as the premier, four-season destination of choice. ...See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? March 31, 2021 ?????The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has relaunched its Jamaica Travel Specialist Advisory Committee in an effort to enhance the development of its current program and boost sales of the destination. The 11-member advisory committee comprises graduates of the JTB???s travel specialist program drawn from across the United States and Canada, who will serve for a one-year term. …See More…
KINGSTON ??? March 26, 2021 ?????The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) was recognized by the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) with a Best Practice Gold Adrian Award for??public relations??excellence in the Crisis Communications/Management. The JTB???s entry, titled ???Communicating Through a Crisis: A Model for Tourism Leadership,??? focused on the destination???s thorough and thoughtful response to the pandemic, with an emphasis on innovative marketing and international communications. The focus of the 2020 HSMAI Adrian Awards was on Best Practices, Innovation and Community,??showcasing the industry???s most exceptional efforts that will drive hospitality and tourism recovery. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? March 26, 2021 ??? The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has established a new advisory board to help the destination increase business from the global Meetings, Incentive, Conventions & Events (MICE) industry. ??In addition, to strengthening Jamaica???s position as a leading destination for meetings and incentive travel, the Board will ensure that the JTB???s Groups & Convention Department remains on the cutting edge of the latest industry trends. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? March 23, 2021 ?????Over the last year, many couples around the world had to cancel or postpone their wedding or honeymoon plans, but??one thing we know is that ??? love is not cancelled! In the spirit of romance,??on??March 22, 2021, the??Jamaica Tourist Board??launched??the?????No Wedding, No Cry??? Jamaica Honeymoon Sweepstakes.??Couples who show proof of a wedding cancellation between April-December 2020 can enter to win??an ultimate four-night honeymoon to??Moon Palace Jamaica??complete with their??deluxe honeymoon package, roundtrip airfare, airport transfers and a romantic excursion for two. … See More…
ATLANTA, GA ??? March 19, 2021 ??? The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is continuing its efforts to promote Jamaica as the ideal location for destination weddings, honeymoons and romance. The JTB participated in the recently held Georgia Bridal Show at Cobb Galleria in Atlanta to grow its market share in this lucrative niche market as signs of a potential recovery are on the horizon. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – February 11, 2021 ??? The Spanish Court Hotel in Kingston was abuzz last Saturday as the first leg of Discover Jamaica by Bike headed off to Holywell Park in the hills of Blue Mountains.
Members of the Jamaica Cycling Association, led by Dennis Chung participated in the ride, which took them along: Trafalgar Road, pass Devon House, Bob Marley Museum, Hope Gardens, then to Papine,?? Strawberry Hill Gordon Town Road,?? Craighton Estate, ??Irish Town and up the trail to Holywell Park. … See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? February 11, 2021 ?????Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival organizers have added a charity component to this year???s festival and will be seeking to raise funds for industry professionals impacted by the pandemic. With this year???s event being free of charge, music lovers tuning in to watch the performances are being encouraged to contribute to the fund via??www.jamaicajazzandblues.com??. Sponsored by the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), the virtual event will be held March 4-6, 2021 under the theme??Bringing Back the Magic, and will focus on sharing the rich music, culture and passion that Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival fans have become accustomed. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? February 11, 2021 ?????When it comes to the beautiful island of Jamaica, there is no better place to fall in love, get married and create enduring moments that will last a lifetime. To celebrate Valentine???s Day, the Jamaica Tourist Board has launched the ???Love on Location??? video contest for travel advisors that will recapture some of the most iconic moments from 14 romantic movies filmed on location in Jamaica. The contest began on February 8, 2021 and will run for 14 days until February 25, 2021. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? February 9, 2021????? Jamaica, recently named ???World’s Leading Wedding Destination??? at the World Travel Awards, has launched a Wedding and Romance microsite, aptly named??My Heart Beats JA. Housed in the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) website, the microsite is a repository of all things love, providing solutions and options for anyone on the romance journey under the categories: Romantic Getaways, Getting Engaged and I Do. Content across the microsite addresses consumer trends, including more intimate or even private destination weddings, and a growing number of couples identifying and seeking opportunities for romantic escapes. Jamaica is strategically aligned to meet those needs, capitalizing on the $300 billion global wedding industry through customizable experiences that come to life through the new site.?? … See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? February 2, 2021 ?????Jamaica is inspiring traveler wanderlust this year with the launch of a new #MissingMyJamaica Instagram Sweepstakes. Debuting today, February 2 and lasting for two weeks, the Jamaica Tourist Board and a selection of lifestyle influencers are asking fans to share memories of the destination for a chance to win a trip. …See More…
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA ??? January 29, 2021 ?????The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) kicked off 2021 by hosting top travel specialists from the Southeast United States for a 5-day/4-night visit to the resort areas of Ocho Rios and Montego Bay. …See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? January 28, 2021 ?????On Thursday, February 4, 2021, Jamaica will host the 8th??annual Bridal Expo, to be held virtually for the first time. The Bridal Expo is the premier destination wedding and honeymoon event that brings together the island???s top wedding professionals and couples to explore the plethora of offerings available to plan a memorable wedding or honeymoon in Jamaica. …See More…
