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Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:26 AM

Deploying new resources and actions for the progressive adaptation of the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Menorca, and Formentera) to the objectives of the 2030 Agenda, is one of the main objectives of the agreement signed between the World Tourism...

Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:26 AMPaul H. Williams - Hospitality Jamaica Writer

Jamaica abounds with creative people: singers, dancers, actors, carvers, ceramists, sculptors, painters, illustrators, photographers, fine artists, jewellers. Some are well known, others are not. Despite their fame, or lack thereof, they all need a...

Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:25 AM

Recently, on my way to see artist/artisan Robert Campbell in Race Course, Clarendon, I stumbled upon a piece of the history of sugar production in, and export from, Jamaica. Two old, rusting zinc structures along the Salt River main road in the...

Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:25 AM

World-renowned sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor has been specially recognised by the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) for his outstanding work in creating the world’s first underwater sculpture Park in the island. Between 2006 and 2009, Taylor founded...

Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:25 AM

Buoyed by a flurry of corporate support, the organisers of the MoBay City Run say they are “quietly confident” that this year’s 10k and 5k run for charity will be its biggest yet. And there are good reasons for the optimism as already, the Riu...

Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:25 AM

Each year, the Jamaica Tourist Board organizes and facilitates multiple radio remote programmes that have contributed significantly to increased tourism arrival figures. Since 2016, Jamaica has partnered with over 10 participating hotels to host...

Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:24 AM

The Chairman’s Award is the highest honour and token of gratitude American bestows quarterly upon employees who have been nominated by their peers and managers for outstanding achievements that make a difference either at work or in life. The...

Published:Wednesday | May 1, 2019 | 12:24 AM

Jamaica is set to welcome more travellers this summer as the destination has secured over 1.4 million air seats this season, an increase of 108,872 or 8.4 per cent, over last year. Jamaica’s primary source market, the United States (US), has seen...

Published:Wednesday | April 17, 2019 | 12:25 AM

Shayon Wilson’s enthusiasm created several amazing experiences for Hyatt Ziva and Zilara guests, and the result saw him copping the Superstar of the Year title for 2018 at the resort’s recent Eminence Awards. “An associate who has displayed...

Published:Wednesday | April 17, 2019 | 12:25 AM

Discover Puerto Rico, the island’s first-ever ­destination marketing organisation, today announced that the Island will serve as the host for the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) 2020 Global Summit. Representing the global private sector of...

Published:Wednesday | April 17, 2019 | 12:25 AM

Rentalcars.com has awarded the Jamaican franchise of Alamo Rent a Car with the 2018 Customer Favourite Award. Rentalcars.com is the world’s biggest online car rental-service, working with more than 900 companies around the world. The Customer...

Published:Wednesday | April 17, 2019 | 12:25 AM

Community Tourism islandwide will receive a major boost following the commitment of approximately J$300 million by Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett. The money will be disbursed to 63 communities across the country to have small events and...

Published:Wednesday | April 17, 2019 | 12:24 AMPaul H. Williams - Hospitality Jamaica Writer

At age 14, Robert Campbell of Race Course, Clarendon, lost his mother. At a crossroads, he said, he was without any skills, and school was not an option. His days at Ensom City All-Age School in St Catherine were over, and his father was absent...

Published:Wednesday | April 17, 2019 | 12:24 AM

The results of the United Kingdom’s latest superbrands survey are in and for the 11th year in a row, Sandals Resorts has been awarded the ­enviable superbrands status for 2019 – one of just nine travel companies in the world to receive this...

Published:Wednesday | February 6, 2019 | 6:52 AM

Jewel and Hilton Resorts again sponsored the two-day reggae festival Rebel Salute, which was staged on January 18 and 19 in Richmond, St

Published:Wednesday | February 6, 2019 | 6:52 AM

The Issa Trust Foundation, the non-profit organisation founded by Couples Resorts in 2005 and headed by Chairman Paul Issa and ­President

Published:Wednesday | February 6, 2019 | 6:50 AM

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Published:Wednesday | February 6, 2019 | 6:50 AM

The Jamaica took home a total of 24 awards at the 26th Annual World Travel Awards during the Caribbean and N

Published:Wednesday | February 6, 2019 | 6:49 AM

Destination Jamaica has been awarded the 2018 Destination of the Year by Classic Vacations.

Published:Monday | September 19, 2016 | 10:14 AM

Pages 8 and 9 Taxi drivers of western Jamaica were feted on Sunday night at the Rose Hall Great House Taxi Driver Awards held at the beautiful White Witch Golf Club. It was a delightful evening of good food, good people and good vibes as the 30 Top...

Published:Tuesday | May 31, 2016 | 5:19 PM

  Team members from the Palladium Hotels & Resorts participated in several Labour Day projects, including the construction of a garbage skip for the Elgin Town, Hanover, community. Donation of paint supplies and assisting with the painting...

Published:Tuesday | May 31, 2016 | 5:03 PM

Staff members from Royalton White Sands at the Martha Brae Infant School after labouring all day

Published:Monday | January 25, 2016 | 3:24 PM

Situated in Kingston 6, walking distance from the National Stadium in a very private and quiet neighbourhood is one of Kingston's gems, The Roosevelt Guest House. By virtue of its location, The Roosevelt Guest House, over the years, has served...

Published:Monday | November 16, 2015 | 10:45 AM

Artisan Corner   On driving to work recently I noticed from the corner of my eye a wicker donkey with a saddle loaded with wicker baskets and a mouth full of grass. He was just standing on the roadside, on the corner, an unexpected declaration...

Published:Monday | June 29, 2015 | 11:43 AM

Pages 4&5 With a fledgling economy, business interests in western Jamaica, are looking forward to this years staging of Jamaica's premier national festival, Reggae Sumfest, with anticipation that it will provide a much-needed boost. The...

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