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23 Feb

Travellers Disrupted In Jamaica Today As Sangster International Airport Faced 14 Cancelled Flights And 7 Delays, Disrupting JetBlue, United, WestJet, Southwest And Other Airlines Across Newark, Philadelphia, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, And More

Travellers Disrupted In Jamaica Today As Sangster International Airport Faced 14 Cancelled Flights And 7 Delays, Disrupting JetBlue, United, WestJet, Southwest And Other Airlines Across Newark, Philadelphia, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, And More Operations at Sangster International Airport (MBJ) recorded 14 flight cancellations and 7 delays today, with 13 cancellations and 6 delays tied to US routes as a result of the blizzard. The airlines most affected include JetBlue (7 cancellations, 1 delay), American Airlines (2 cancellations, 3 delays), Delta Air Lines (2 cancellations), and United Airlines (2 cancellations). WestJet (1 cancellation,...

23 Feb

Argentina Joins Aruba, Barbados, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Mauritius, Philippines, and More to Skyrocket Tourism and Global Mobility With Suriname’s New Visa Free Travel Access to Seventy Six Countries

Argentina Joins Aruba, Barbados, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Mauritius, Philippines, and More to Skyrocket Tourism and Global Mobility With Suriname’s New Visa Free Travel Access to Seventy Six Countries Argentina, along with Aruba, Barbados, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Mauritius, Philippines, and a number of other countries, is seeing a spike in tourism due to Suriname’s recent statement that as of February 2026, travel to 76 countries will be visa-free. Surinamese‘s increased freedom of movement is opening up travel options around the world and fueling the expanding travel industry, making...

22 Feb

Jamaica Joins Dominican Republic, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Haiti, Aruba, and More Caribbean Destinations in Fueling US Tourism Slump With a Strong Decline in Tourist Arrivals in New York Last Year: Latest Report You Need to Know

Jamaica Joins Dominican Republic, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Haiti, Aruba, and More Caribbean Destinations in Fueling US Tourism Slump With a Strong Decline in Tourist Arrivals in New York Last Year: Latest Report You Need to Know Jamaica, along with the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Haiti, Aruba, and other Caribbean destinations, has contributed to a notable decline in U.S. tourism, particularly in New York, according to the latest report. This sharp drop in tourist arrivals can be attributed to rising travel costs, increased competition from more affordable destinations, and evolving travel...

20 Feb

Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett Awarded in Nairobi for Revolutionary Contributions to Global Tourism Resilience

Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett Awarded in Nairobi for Revolutionary Contributions to Global Tourism Resilience Jamaica’s Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett, was awarded the prestigious Global Tourism Resilience Lifetime Achievement Award in Nairobi on February 17, 2026, in recognition of his revolutionary contributions to global tourism resilience. His pioneering work in developing crisis management frameworks has fundamentally transformed how the tourism sector responds to global disruptions. Minister Bartlett’s leadership has been instrumental in promoting resilient tourism practices that ensure destinations can not only recover from crises but also emerge stronger. His innovative...

19 Feb

Mexico Joins Canada, Brazil, Colombia, Bahamas, Jamaica, and Other Countries in Facing a Significant Decline in Tourist Arrivals to the US Last Year: Everything You Need to Know

Mexico Joins Canada, Brazil, Colombia, Bahamas, Jamaica, and Other Countries in Facing a Significant Decline in Tourist Arrivals to the US Last Year: Everything You Need to Know Last year, Mexico, Canada, Brazil, Colombia, the Bahamas, Jamaica, and other countries faced a significant decline in tourist arrivals to the U.S. This downturn can be attributed to a variety of factors, including ongoing economic challenges, tightening travel restrictions, and the complex visa application processes that have made it more difficult for international travelers to visit. These nations, historically strong contributors to U.S....

19 Feb

Guatemala Joins Colombia, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, Turks And Caicos Islands, Jamaica And More As Canada Issues New Travel Advisory Amid Rising Tensions, Widespread Demonstrations, And Growing Safety And Security Concerns Across Several Destinations

Guatemala Joins Colombia, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, Turks And Caicos Islands, Jamaica And More As Canada Issues New Travel Advisory Amid Rising Tensions, Widespread Demonstrations, And Growing Safety And Security Concerns Across Several Destinations Canada has released a new travel advisory, advising Canadians visiting Guatemala, Colombia, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, the Turks and Caicos Islands, Jamaica, and other places to exercise extra caution. In certain areas, particularly Guatemala, where civil unrest is still raging, there are growing tensions and mass protests at the time of this advisory. Additionally, a number of important areas—especially...

18 Feb

Puerto Rico Joins Dominica, Jamaica, Bahamas, St. Lucia, Barbados, Grenada, Curaçao, and More in Bringing You the Best of the Caribbean with Pristine Beaches and Rich Heritage

Puerto Rico Joins Dominica, Jamaica, Bahamas, St. Lucia, Barbados, Grenada, Curaçao, and More in Bringing You the Best of the Caribbean with Pristine Beaches and Rich Heritage Puerto Rico joins the ranks of Dominica, Jamaica, the Bahamas, St. Lucia, Barbados, Grenada, Curaçao, and more in bringing you the very best of the Caribbean, thanks to its perfect blend of pristine beaches and rich heritage. The island is renowned for its spectacular shorelines, from the famous white sands of Flamenco Beach to the hidden coves of Vieques, offering travelers some of the...

16 Feb

Jamaica Sets Ambitious Goal to Welcome Eight Million Visitors and Generate Ten Billion Dollars in Tourism Revenue by 2030 with Bold New Strategic Plan

Jamaica Sets Ambitious Goal to Welcome Eight Million Visitors and Generate Ten Billion Dollars in Tourism Revenue by 2030 with Bold New Strategic Plan Jamaica has unveiled a bold and ambitious plan aimed at positioning the island as a global tourism leader by 2030, targeting the arrival of eight million visitors and the generation of ten billion dollars in tourism revenue. This strategic plan outlines a clear path toward diversifying tourism markets, with a special focus on emerging regions like Latin America, the Middle East, and India, in order to increase...

15 Feb

Jamaica Introduces the World’s First Destination Assurance Framework to Guarantee Safe and Quality Travel Experiences

Jamaica Introduces the World’s First Destination Assurance Framework to Guarantee Safe and Quality Travel Experiences Jamaica is setting its sights on a transformative future for its tourism sector, aiming to reach a historic milestone of eight million visitors and generate a staggering US$10 billion in revenue by 2030. In a bold announcement made during the Throne Speech at Gordon House on February 12, the Jamaican government unveiled its strategic roadmap for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, outlining the key actions that will drive growth and sustainability in the industry. One of the central...

15 Feb

Experience the Soul of Jamaica! How Travel Advisors are Deepening National Resilience

Experience the Soul of Jamaica! How Travel Advisors are Deepening National Resilience The rhythmic heartbeat of Montego Bay is currently pulsing with a new kind of energy this February, as a sea of blue shirts and eager smiles has replaced the typical resort loungers. In a historic display of solidarity, 1,000 travel advisors from Apple Leisure Group (ALG) have descended upon the island, not to simply tour luxury suites, but to roll up their sleeves and give back to the communities that make Jamaica the soul of the Caribbean. There is...