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A Jamaican’s Guide To The Best Things To Do In New York in October 2026

October in New York City is shaping up to be a month packed with fashion, film, creativity and community. From the big stages of fashion and film to celebrations that shine a spotl...

4 Jamaica Post Services Every Jamaican Abroad Should Know About

For many Jamaicans living overseas, the post office is something they only think about when they need to send a barrel, mail important documents or receive a package from home. But...

The Jamaican-American ‘Connector’ Opening Doors to Global Opportunities

When Asha Richards spoke with Jamaicans.com earlier this year about the role she hoped to play in Jamaica’s development, she described herself as a “connector”, someone who could u...

Jamaica Is Now Taking Migrants For The US From Other Countries – And Its Own Parliament Still Hasn’t Seen The Deal

Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami New Leadership Message

  SOUTH FLORIDA – Message from Mrs. Angella J. Rose Howell | Officer-in-Charge, Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami. Dear Fellow Jamaicans and Friends of Jamaica, It is my honour a...

Jamaica to advisors: Keep selling the favourites, then go further

Are Canadians ready for more ways to experience Jamaica? Absolutely, said Philip Rose, JTB’s Deputy Director of Tourism, Americas, at JAPEX

Too Short to Fly? The Inspiring Journey of Air Jamaica Captain Marlene Smith

At four years old, Marlene Smith had her sights set on the moon. Growing up in Westmoreland, Jamaica, she was fascinated by a little red rocket at Frome Preparatory School. She cli...

Jamaica Rises in Global Tourism Index

Jamaica posts the Americas’ largest gain in the 2026 Travel & Tourism Development Index, climbing four places to No. 78.     KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica climbed four places to...

Jamaica Celebrates 10 Tourism Awards and Top Travel Rankings Amid Hurricane Recovery

This time last year, Jamaicans were bracing for the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm that would leave widespread destruction in its wake, including acros...

Jamaica Wins 10 Caribbean Tourism Awards

  KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica won 10 major tourism honors during World Travel Week Jamaica 2026. These included Caribbean’s Leading Destination, Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board a...

Jamaica Cruise Powerhouse Targets Triple World Triumph

Jamaica’s maritime tourism sector is celebrating extraordinary international recognition as the Port Authority of Jamaica arrives with a prestigious trio of nominations at th...

Ocho Rios Road March & Parade Celebrates Jamaica

Scouts, police, Brownies, cadets and marching bands will bring music, culture and national pride to the streets of Ocho Rios on Oct. 25.   OCHO RIOS, Jamaica — Ocho Rios … The post...

Jamaica brings tourism leadership to World Economic Forum

KINGSTON, Jamaica —Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett will bring Jamaica’s tourism policy experience to the World Economic Forum in Geneva. There, he will co-chair the Beyond Tourism...

International Travel Trade Shows Boosting Jamaica’s Tourism

KINGSTON, Jamaica  — Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett left Jamaica on Sunday for the Middle East. There, he will lead a series of high-level trade, investment and media engagements...

International Diplomat Of The Year Award For Jamaica’s Honorary Consul In Philadelphia 

By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, CHERRY HILL, N.J., Sun. August 30, 2026: Jamaica’s Honorary Consul in Philadelphia,...

Jamaica Ranks Among Top Caribbean Islands in 2026 Travel Choice Awards

Jamaica places No. 5 in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards as several island hotels and resorts earn regional honors.   KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica ranked No. 5 among the...

Ty asks: Jamaica, you live like this?

City Councilman Ty Hankerson (D-Jamaica) made a recent trip to New Orleans, he told members of Community Board 12, midway through rolling out a new legislative agenda that touched,...

Airlift grows significantly as Jamaica gears up for busy winter season

Jamaica is gearing up for a busy winter season as the airlift to the popular Caribbean destination has been significantly increased. According to the Jamaica Tourist Board’s (JTB)...

International Diplomat Of The Year Award For Jamaica’s Honorary Consul In Philadelphia

Jamaica draws 2.34 million visitors through August, generating $2.5 billion

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica — Jamaica welcomed 2.34 million visitors through Aug. 31, generating $2.5 billion in tourism earnings and underscoring continued demand for the island destinat...

Jamaica Aviation Expo 2026 Returns to Kingston

Free Tinson Pen event spotlights aviation careers, STEM activities, aircraft displays and scholarships for Jamaican youth and families.   KINGSTON, Jamaica — Aviation Expo 2026 wil...

Tourism resilience on the agenda as Jamaica set to host world travel week

Jamaica will host World Travel Week, a major gathering of global tourism stakeholders, from Oct. 10 to Oct. 15 at Princess Resorts in Negril. Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartle...

Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon Outlines Flood Resilience Plans Following US$350K Grant

Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon has outlined plans for a new flood early-warning system funded by a US$350,000 international grant, while highlighting the need to strengthen the c...

Jamaica Lacrosse Turns to Diaspora for Support as Men’s and Women’s Teams Chase LA28 Dream

Just weeks after Jamaica’s men’s lacrosse team secured its place at the 2027 World Lacrosse Men’s Championship, the country is preparing for another major international challenge,...