By Derrick Scott WASHINGTON, D.C – Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says, “despite massive growth projections for global travel and tourism, the small and medium tourism enterprises in tourism-dependent nations are yet to reap the full benefits tourism ought to provide”. “As we observe tourism’s impact on the global economy and celebrate the contribution this […]
Palm Bay – As the curtains came down on the CaribbeanLens Film Festival in Hollywood, California, Jamaican filmmakers were in the spotlight with “70 x Seven”, a BarriVision Films production winning Best Inspirational Film and “Hill and Gully” by New York based Jamaican filmmaker Patrice Johnson, copping the Best Feature Film award. The annual festival, hosted […]
BARBADOS – Respected Caribbean economist Jeremy Stephen praised the U.S. Virgin Islands Government’s recent efforts to correct the fiscal imbalances that have challenged its treasury for successive administrations. Stephen, who has been reviewing the financial outlook of the U.S. Virgin Islands in light of Puerto Rico’s financial challenges, described the measures taken by Governor Kenneth E. Mapp […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The second staging of the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival in Washington, DC took place Sunday, June 18th attracting over six thousand guests at its new venue, the Festival Lawn at RFK Stadium (Lot 6). The fun-filled day offered mouthwatering jerk food selections from various vendors, an interactive Kidz Zone, Jerk Cook-off Pavilion and a […]
MIAMI – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) regrets the recent U.S. reversal of its travel policies on Cuba and the likely effects on the socio-economic development of Cuba and the wider Caribbean region. The Association continues to support the ending of the U.S.-Cuba embargo and its restrictions on trade and travel, and encourages […]
The book, “Caribbean American Heritage: A History of High Achievers” was presented to the City of Tamarac Mayor and Commissioners TAMARA C – At the City of Tamarac regular commission meeting of June 14th, Mayor Harry Dressler read a Proclamation declaring June as Caribbean-American Heritage Month. The Proclamation noted that “Caribbean Americans have made great […]
Miramar – Miramar Mayor, Wayne Messam, in collaboration with SEIU Florida and Florida New Americans, are hosting a citizenship drive to help residents living in Miramar and Pembroke Pines become US Citizens. Mayor Messam stated that “The opportunity to become an American Citizen is a sacred privilege. I encourage every permanent resident who is interested […]
SOUTH FLORIDA – Don’t wait until a hurricane is barreling down on South Florida before you make your preparations – especially if you have special medical needs. Avoid delays and stress during severe weather by registering in advance for a special needs shelter. Those who are pre-registered will have transportation, paperwork and details arranged so […]
By Derrick Scott Washington, D.C. – Jamaica is receiving widespread support from multi-national agencies, members of the diplomatic corps, investors, tourism stakeholders as well as members of the Jamaican Diaspora in Washington, D.C. for the upcoming United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) conference which will be held in Jamaica in November 2017. World Bank Partners […]
Kingston, Jamaica – In its “Island Economies of the Future” report released on June 12, 2017, Financial Times’ investment publication fDi Intelligence has recognized Jamaica as the top performing island economy globally in business friendliness, and top ten in connectivity, human capital and lifestyle. Site Selection Magazine also acknowledged the country last month in its […]
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS – With 28 years of service under his belt, Leader of the Opposition, the Right Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas gave his constituents and the nation a commitment to continue to serve and a restoration of a decent government to St. Kitts and Nevis. “I give a commitment that you will never be […]
Palm Bay – As the curtains came down on the CaribbeanLens Film Festival in Hollywood, California, Jamaican filmmakers were in the spotlight with “70 x Seven”, a BarriVision Films production winning Best Inspirational Film and “Hill and Gully” by New York based Jamaican filmmaker Patrice Johnson, copping the Best Feature Film award. The annual festival, hosted […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The second staging of the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival in Washington, DC took place Sunday, June 18th attracting over six thousand guests at its new venue, the Festival Lawn at RFK Stadium (Lot 6). The fun-filled day offered mouthwatering jerk food selections from various vendors, an interactive Kidz Zone, Jerk Cook-off Pavilion and a […]
MIRAMAR – The City of Miramar will host world-renowned recording artists together under a brand-new, world-class amphitheater, The Miramar Amphitheater at Regional Park for a free concert celebrating its grand opening and Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 from 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. The celebratory grand opening event will unveil to residents, visitors, civic leaders, […]
A Peek Inside Places to Stay and Things to See and Do in Negril, Jamaica Negril, Jamaica – Set along the western tip of Jamaica is the beach resort town of Negril. Known for its natural beauty, travelers will live out their day dreams with an insta-worthy landscape awash in crystal clear warm waters and miles […]
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett will join leading tourism stakeholders in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday (June 21) for the Tourism Knowledge Exchange Forum 2017, which is expected to highlight the latest innovations in sustainable tourism development. The event is being organized by Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism in partnership with Chemonics International, George Washington […]
Jamaica Tourist Board Canada team awarded best in the business by Canadian travel agents for twelfth year KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The votes have been tallied, and the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has again been named “Favourite Tourist Board in Canada” by Canadian travel agents in Baxter Travel Media’s annual Agents’ Choice Awards. This is the […]
By Derrick Scott WASHINGTON, D.C – Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says, “despite massive growth projections for global travel and tourism, the small and medium tourism enterprises in tourism-dependent nations are yet to reap the full benefits tourism ought to provide”. “As we observe tourism’s impact on the global economy and celebrate the contribution this […]
BARBADOS – Respected Caribbean economist Jeremy Stephen praised the U.S. Virgin Islands Government’s recent efforts to correct the fiscal imbalances that have challenged its treasury for successive administrations. Stephen, who has been reviewing the financial outlook of the U.S. Virgin Islands in light of Puerto Rico’s financial challenges, described the measures taken by Governor Kenneth E. Mapp […]
MIAMI – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) regrets the recent U.S. reversal of its travel policies on Cuba and the likely effects on the socio-economic development of Cuba and the wider Caribbean region. The Association continues to support the ending of the U.S.-Cuba embargo and its restrictions on trade and travel, and encourages […]
LAUDERHILL – Tickets for the 2017 Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Twenty20 cricket matches that will be taking place in the Central Broward Regional Park and Stadium in Lauderhill on the August 5th and 6th 2017, are now available to purchase from 18 outlets across South Florida. Hero CPL’s matches last year brought the “Biggest Party […]
Broward County and Worldwide Sports Management to bring International Cricket to Central Broward Regional Park and Stadium LAUDERHILL – The Broward County Board of County Commissioners has entered into an agreement with Worldwide Sports Management to exclusively manage and promote international cricket events to be held at the Central Broward Regional Park and Stadium, the only International […]
Montego Bay, Jamaica – Jared Wolfe, a Louisville, Kentucky native, created history as the winner of the inaugural 2017 BMW Jamaica Classic. Amassing 267 points, Wolfe finished one ahead of Gerardo Ruiz and Jose de Jesus Rodríguez at the Cinnamon Hill Golf Course in Montego Bay, Jamaica. A part of the PGA Latin America Tournament, […]
MIAMI BEACH – Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has been invited to make a special presentation at the 85th Annual Meeting of the US Conference of Mayors, in Miami Beach to further support the twinning of the City of Miami Beach with the resort town of Negril, Jamaica. Minister Bartlett, who first made the […]
Grammy Award-Winning Morgan Heritage Launches HIPAA Compliant Marijuana Delivery Service Partnership with PROPER RX, The “FedEx of the Marijuana industry.” OAKLAND – Morgan Heritage is now in the cannabis delivery service in partnership with Proper Rx, The “FedEx of the Marijuana industry.” The name Morgan is historically synonymous with generational reggae music, and prestigious accolades such as the […]
2016 Grenada Sandals Diamond Winner, Curtis Bailey: An Inspiration in the Tourism Industry St. George’s, Grenada — A young Grenadian’s commitment to personal improvement and service excellence has been recognized by Sandals La Source. Certified member of the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Curtis Bailey was named the Sandals La Source 2016 Diamond Winner […]
SOUTH FLORIDA – The Guyanese American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) welcomes the announcement made yesterday (Tuesday, June 20th) by Representative Eliot L. Engel (D-NY), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), the Chairman Emeritus of the Committee, of a new United States Government strategy on future engagement with the Caribbean, including […]
Engel, Ros-Lehtinen release multi-year State Department strategy for engagement with Caribbean WASHINGTON, D.C. – Eliot L. Engel (D-NY), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), the Chairman Emeritus of the Committee, today (June 19) announced the release of a new U.S. Government strategy on future engagement with the Caribbean. […]
Grenadian, Curtis Bailey wins Sandals Diamond Award
2016 Grenada Sandals Diamond Winner, Curtis Bailey: An Inspiration in the Tourism Industry St. George’s, Grenada — A young Grenadian’s commitment to personal improvement and service excellence has been recognized by Sandals La Source. Certified member of the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Curtis Bailey was named the Sandals La Source 2016 Diamond Winner […]
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