The Ministry of Tourism is reporting that Jamaica earned US$4.3 billion from the industry in 2024, with some 4.3 million visitors.
Read more: US$4.3 billion earned from tourism industry in 2024
A senior manager at Royalton Negril has been suspended, ostensibly in connection with a worker demonstration at the resort on Monday.
Read more: Senior manager at Royalton Negril suspended amid worker protest
The Government is advanced in its plans to build an international airport in Negril, Westmoreland.
Read more: Gov't 'well advanced' with plans for int’l airport in Negril - Holness
A panel of young leaders has expressed strong agreement that many opportunities currently exist in Jamaica’s tourism industry but that the need exists for additional training to prepare more young people for those roles.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica has solidified its position in the region as the destination of choice for weddings, making significant strides in the lucrative bridal market.
Read more: Jamaica Destination of Choice for Weddings – Tourism Minister