Resilience and destination assurance have always been foundational elements of Jamaica???s tourist industry. Jamaica was forward thinking in having resilience built into the DNA of tourism prior to the Covid-19 pandemic.?? See More….
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? September 15, 2020 ?????Couples around the world are reimagining wedding plans in this new landscape and while they are opting for smaller, more intimate ceremonies, their desire for a stunning and unforgettable venue for the big day remains the same. With Jamaica???s borders now open to international travelers and a comprehensive set of health and safety protocols in place, travelers dreaming of an idyllic destination to tie the knot need look no further than the island???s pristine beaches, tropical waterfalls, world-class accommodations, and renowned hospitality….See More
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? August 14, 2020 ?????Jamaica has long-held an outsized influence on global culture through entertainment,cuisine,sports and beauty. Always in search of larger-than-life experiences for its visitors, Jamaica has created an exciting new way to enjoy the island and visit its iconic spots. The content series ???Chill Like a Jamaican??? is the island???s invitation to the world to slow down and enjoy island time, first digitally and then by visiting Jamaica…..See More
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? July 21, 2020 ??? Tourism is the lifeblood of Jamaica and as the island reopens using a phased approach to ensure the safety of everyone a safe and phased, the Jamaica Tourist Board has launched the??Rediscover Jamaica??program to encourage Jamaicans to taste, see, feel and enjoy the country???s tourism product. See more…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? July 20, 2020????? JAMAICA, Heartbeat of the World, will showcase its rich musical culture and larger-than-life talents during Reggae Sumfest 2020 from July 20-25, 2020. This year, the festival will be held as a week-long virtual experience for audiences around the globe with one-of-a-kind access to exclusive artist interviews, professional panels for content creators, artist spotlights from past performances, and live performances. ….See More….
??KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? July 17, 2020????? Jamaica has announced revised measures for international travelers visiting the island as of July 15. All visitors will still be required to complete an online??Travel Authorization.??
Travelers from Arizona, Florida, New York, and Texas (areas declared by the Ministry of Health and Wellness as high risk at this time), will be required to upload negative COVID-19 PCR test results. Tests should be??no more than ten (10) days old measured from the day the sample was taken to the day of arrival in Jamaica….See More
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? June 23, 2020 ?????Jamaica???s workforce training program is being hailed as a resounding success. The free online programs offered by the Jamaica Centre for Tourism Innovation (JCTI), in partnership with??the National Restaurant Association, the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute, the University of the West Indies Open Campus and HEART National Service Training Agency,??trained more than 8,000 tourism workers over a 12 week period. Courses were designed to enhance the skills of hospitality workers, deliver internationally recognized certifications, and educate the workforce on the new??health and safety protocols??that were rolled out with the June 15 reopening of the island???s tourist industry.?? See More…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? June 10, 2020????? JAMAICA, Heartbeat of the World, has curated a care package to refresh the spirit and allow travelers to virtually experience its vibrant culture. Available through VisitJamaica???s??Instagram??and??YouTube??channels, the destination is offering an array of music, at-home-recipes, DIY spa treatments, and social media games, recreating Jamaica???s sights, sounds, and tastes for its travelers until the time is right again to travel.?? ??See More….
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? June 9, 2020????? Jamaica has announced it will reopen its borders for international travelers on June 15. ??The country is currently repatriating 8,000 Jamaican nationals who have been stranded overseas due to COVID-19 related travel restrictions. Additionally, an extensive set of operational protocols were announced,??including health screening before entry and upon entry,??which will be implemented to manage risks to workers, communities and travelers. ??From planning the trip to enjoying the destination, the protocols address all stages of the visitors journey, incorporating the lifecycle of prevention, detection and response.?? ??See more…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? June 3, 2020????? As the summer season kicks off, the??Jamaica Tourist Board??(JTB) is continuing to engage its retail travel partners in the U.S. and Canada with the launch of a new weekly photo contest. Starting Wednesday, June 3, the JTB will invite travel agents to participate in ???Picture Me in Jamaica,??? an??online giveaway designed to test agents??? knowledge of Jamaica???s iconic attractions and lesser-known hidden gems. The contest will be for four weeks throughout the month of June.?? See more…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? May 15, 2020 – Montego Bay is among the top 10 destinations that luxury travellers are looking to book for the upcoming holiday season, so says Vituoso.
Virtuoso, a leading global network of agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel made the announcement listing Montego Bay, Jamaica???s tourism capital at #8 in the world. See more…
MIAMI, FLORIDA ??? May 05, 2020 ?????The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has long valued the strong and successful relationships with its dedicated and talented travel specialists. On Travel Agent Day, May 6, the JTB will show its appreciation to Jamaica travel specialists in the U.S. and Canada in a special and meaningful way.?? See more…
MIAMI, FL ??? May 1, 2020 ?????Jamaica Tourist Board???s Victoria Harper, Business Development Manager, Northeast USA, recently served as an industry panelist during Wedding Salon???s first virtual show. The event proved as an excellent opportunity for her to share insights on Jamaica as the Caribbean???s??premier wedding destination for couples looking to say ???I Do??? as she provided tips on planning the ultimate destination wedding on the island??amidst social distancing.?? See more…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? April 28, 2020????? Jamaica has announced a substantial investment in its tourism sector with the launch of a free online training program for tourism workers affected by the negative impact of COVID-19. The Jamaica Centre of Tourism Innovation (JCTI) in partnership with highly-respected American trade associations, the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI), as well as Jamaica???s Human Employment and Resource Training-National Service Training Agency (HEART-NSTA Trust) will deliver online training and certification courses.?? ??See more…
KINGSTON, JAMAICA-?? April 1, 2020 – The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is 65 years old! April 1 2020 cements 65 years since the JTB has served as Jamaica???s national tourism agency. As the national agency tasked with the responsibility to market Destination Jamaica, the JTB engages in intensive promotions to attract travellers to the island.?? See more…https://www.jtbonline.org//wp-content/uploads/JAMAICA-TOURIST-BOARD-MARKS-65-YEARS.pdf
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? March 9, 2020 – To break up the bleakness of winter, now is the perfect time to plan a sun-soaked micro-cation escape to Jamaica. According to the Vacation Index survey conducted by??Allianz Global Assistance, these 5 days or less leisure trips are increasing in popularity because they make the most out of limited vacation days with strategic itineraries that still allow travelers to fully experience a destination.?? ??See more…??https://www.jtbonline.org//wp-content/uploads/Microcation-in-Jamaica.pdf
NEW YORK ??? MARCH 5, 2020 ??? Destination Jamaica took center stage on the popular New York morning show, Good Day New York on WNYW, the flagship station of the Fox television network.
In a segment on March 3, with co-hosts Lori Stokes and Rosanna Scotto, the Jamaica Tourist Board???s Philip Rose, Regional Director, Northeast USA, highlighted Jamaica???s popularity as a Spring/Summer vacation destination. Apart from the island???s year-round balmy weather, world-renown cuisine and variety of music festivals and events, several airlines offer daily nonstop flights from New York City to Kingston and Montego Bay.?? ??See more…https://www.jtbonline.org//wp-content/uploads/Destination-Jamaica-Featured-on-Good-Day-New-York-.pdf
MIAMI, FL ??? MARCH 5, 2020 ??? The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) partnered with the Tourism Enhancement Fund to offer ???Taste of Jamaica???, an unforgettable showcase of Jamaican gastronomy & mixology, at the 2020 Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival. The event was hosted by James Beard award-winning chef, JJ Johnson, and two-time Food Network Chopped Champion Andre Fowles, on February 21 at the historic National Hotel. The night was a success as ???Taste Jamaica??? offered iconic Jamaican flavors and an entertainment experience that overflowed with soulful rhythm and energy.?? ??See?? more…https://www.jtbonline.org//wp-content/uploads/Jamaica-Sizzles-at-Food-Network-Cooking-Channel-SOEBWFF.pdf
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? February 27, 2020 ??? Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) brought the unique spirit of Jamaica to a packed ice arena in Toronto, Ontario at a nail-biting hockey game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Arizona Coyotes in February.
As the title sponsor, Destination Jamaica was visible to the more than 16,00 hockey fans who descended on Scotiabank Arena in downtown Toronto to catch the game. Fans were delighted with the many Jamaica-inspired promotional activities that took over the stadium for the night. The game was also televised across Canada reaching 1,930,000 at-home viewers.?? See more…https://www.jtbonline.org//wp-content/uploads/Jamaica-Tourist-Board-Scores-with-Hockey-Fans-at-Maple-Leafs-Game-in-Toronto.pdf
KINGSTON, JAMAICA ??? February 12, 2020 ??? Event sponsor Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) participated in the launch of the 2nd Annual Jamaica Rum Festival at Campari America???s headquarters. The annual festival celebrates and recognizes Jamaica???s outsized impact on the world with its rum, food and music.
The Jamaica Rum Festival, scheduled for Hope Gardens Feb 29 to March 1, serves to showcase the distinct culinary and cultural offerings of Jamaica. Aimed at encouraging new and repeat visitors to experience the vibrant destination, the festival???s location in Kingston also showcases the capital city as a premier entertainment hub. See more….https://www.jtbonline.org//wp-content/uploads/Jamaica-Launches-2020-Rum-Festival-at-Campari-America-.pdf
