Jamaica Tourist Board takes Jamaican food and music to Notting Hill Carnival

 Jamaica Tourist Board bought the rhythms and flavours of Jamaica to the streets of London today after participating in Notting Hill Carnival, the largest festival of its kind in Europe .

WEDDINGS ARE A PIECE OF CAKE IN JAMAICA

August 24, 2010 – Couples on the hunt for a tropical destination to exchange vows and celebrate the joys of wedded bliss, will find their dreams come true on the enchanted isle of Jamaica. The destination makes it easy for couples to get married just 24 hours after their arrival; and to alleviate the couple’s stress, many of the island’s hotels and resorts will make all the wedding arrangements to suit the desires of the bridal couple. 

JAMAICA OFFERS AN ABUNDANCE OF AIR SEATS AND SIZZLING TRAVEL PACKAGES

Escape to Jamaica this summer and experience magnificent culture and a plethora of attractions sure to appease an insatiable drive for adventure. Many of the island’s finest hotels and resorts have designed special summer packages for travelers to afford a well-needed Jamaican getaway, and with service from all major U.S. airlines, it’s easier than ever to get there!

JAMAICA OFFERS ATTRACTIVE HOLIDAY PACKAGES AND A UNIQUE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE THIS EASTER SEASON

 JAMAICA OFFERS ATTRACTIVE HOLIDAY PACKAGES AND A UNIQUE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE THIS EASTER SEASON    Jamaica’s warmth and unspoiled beauty offer travelers a delightful escape any time of the year, but with the coming Easter holiday – one of Jamaica’s biggest

EXPLORE JAMAICA WITH THE CARIBBEAN’S FIRST GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM

 Exploring Jamaica just got easier with the creation of the Caribbean’s first GPS Navigation map data known as JAMNAV. The Mona GeoInformatics Institute of the University of the West Indies in Jamaica has developed and released JAMNAV, offering turn by turn, voice assisted navigation across Jamaica.

JAMAICAN MUSHER NEWTON MARSHALL IN FINAL STAGES OF PREPARATION FOR IDITAROD

 With the 2010 Iditarod set to get underway Saturday, March 6 in Anchorage, Alaska, Jamaican musher Newton Marshall appears set to build on the island’s foray in winter adventure sports, and Jamaicans and supporters alike are being encouraged to take part in “Rootin’ for Newton.”

THE JAMAICA TOURIST BOARD UNVEILS NEW ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN FEATURING “WORLD’S FASTEST MAN” USAIN BOLT

The Jamaica Tourist Board secured the “World’s Fastest Man” Usain Bolt to give a tour of Jamaica in record time for the next installment of the destination’s “Once You Go, You Know” TV advertising campaign. Three new commercials were created, featuring Bolt sprinting through Jamaica accompanied by the famous Bob Marley anthem “One Love” and stopping to admire some of Jamaica’s famous landmarks, as well as the people of Jamaica emulating their sports hero. The new TV spots launch February 8 on CNN, MSNBC, ESPN, National Geographic Channel and various other stations across the U.S. The commercials were created by the Jamaica Tourist Board’s advertising agency of record Draftfcb and were directed by Jorn Haagen.

JAMAICA HEATS UP THE WINTER WITH A SIZZLING LINEUP OF EVENTS

 December 28, 2009 – There’s never a dull moment in Jamaica! Escape the winter blues and jet to Jamaica to experience the excitement and energy of its winter events, offering an eclectic mix of festivals, concerts, and delectable foods that guarantee a spirited island getaway.

JAMAICA JAZZ AND BLUES FEATURES JENNIFER HUDSON, GLADYS KNIGHT, JOSS STONE, HALL & OATES AND MORE

 The Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival 2010 invites music-lovers to delight in a host of amazing artistic talent performing from January 24 - 30, 2010 in Montego Bay. Multiple-award winning singer and actress, Jennifer Hudson; “Empress of Soul” and Lifetime Diva, Gladys Knight; British vocalist, Joss Stone; the smooth and soulful Hall & Oates; Jamaican Reggae singer, Marion Hall; veteran Reggae band, Third World; and the melodic jazz icon, Monty Alexander are among the A-list acts.

DUNN’S RIVER FALLS VOTED BEST TOURIST ATTRACTION

 KINGSTON, JAMAICA – December 11, 2009 – Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios was again voted “Best Tourist Attraction” by visitors in the “Best of Jamaica” annual survey for 2009 conducted by Jamaicans.com, the premier online community for Jamaicans, visitors, and lovers of Jamaica.  The online survey, now in its tenth year, gathered the views of over 40,000 participants in the following categories: Tourist Life, Jamaica Life, Food, Entertainment, Restaurants, Jamaica Online, and Recreation.

JAMAICA AND TRAVELOCITY JOIN FORCES FOR CYBER MONDAY

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – November 25, 2009 – Jamaica’s going on sale this “Cyber Monday,” mon’! The Jamaica Tourist Board and Travelocity are giving travelers another reason to be thankful by offering enticing “Cyber Monday” deals beginning Monday, November 30.  Travelers can take advantage of these ultra affordable winter deals and take a winter holiday to some of Jamaica’s most popular resorts. Cyber Monday, the online shopping day following Black Friday, is your passport to escape the cold  and jet to Jamaica for the ultimate winter holiday.

TRAVELING TO JAMAICA IS MADE EASIER WITH GREATER ACCESS TO NEW AIRLIFT

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – November 4, 2009 – This winter Jamaica has more flights from the U.S. than ever before. With service from all major U.S. carriers and new service from JetBlue, AirTran and US Airways, travelers from across the U.S. will have added access to convenient flight options. With seasonal charters and more daily flights, travelers have greater options when it comes to booking travel to Jamaica

RESTAURANT WEEK SHOWCASES THE BEST OF JAMAICAN CUISINE

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – October 28, 2009 – This year’s illustrious Restaurant Week will extend beyond the vibrant city of Kingston. The well-known event that has driven hosts of culinary enthusiasts to Kingston’s most elegant restaurants will now share the spotlight with top notch restaurants from Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, giving patrons an even greater array of menus from which to choose.

Second Annual WATA ROSE HALL TRIATHLON & WELLNESS FESTIVAL showcases Jamaica as sports & wellness tourism capital of the Caribbean

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – October 8, 2009 – Imagine a 1500m ocean swim in the sparkling Caribbean Sea, followed by an invigorating 40k bike ride through the lush Jamaican countryside, culminating in a 10k run along a world famous golf course. This is the spectacular route of the second annual WATA Rose Hall Triathlon & Wellness Festival, scheduled for October 31, 2009 along Jamaica’s “Elegant Corridor,” in Rose Hall.

JAMAICA ADDS ISLAND SPICE TO JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER

New York – September 29, 2009 – The Jamaica Tourist Board will host a pre-concert event to celebrate Jamaican jazz pianist Monty Alexander’s much anticipated return to The Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Titled Harlem - Kingston Express, the concerts are on Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3, 2009 with the pre-concert festival on Saturday, October 3 beginning at 5:30 p.m.  Attendees will be able to experience a little bit of Jamaica during the festival that takes place in the glass-paneled Atrium with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and Columbus Circle at Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center located on Broadway at 60^th Street in New York City.

JAMAICA’S CULTURE AND NATURAL SURROUNDINGS OFFER

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – September 9, 2009 – In addition to beautiful beaches and a lush tropical landscape, Jamaica offers its visitors culture and natural attractions of rich historical interest. Interactive plantation tours and detailed replica villages give visitors an insight into the diverse background of the Jamaican people and culture, which makes the island’s motto “Out of many, one people” come to life.

Experience Jamaica Campaign to be launched at Devon House

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – 2009 August 26 – The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) will be encouraging resident Jamaicans to taste, see, feel and enjoy more of the country’s tourism product and rediscover the cuisine, places and activities that make the island an enduring magnet to visitors from around the world.

JAMAICA CELEBRATES WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WINS WITH AMAZING TRAVEL PACKAGES AND DEALS

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – August 31, 2009 – Visitors will be sprinting to Jamaica this fall to take advantage of the special packages and deals celebrating Jamaica’s success at the IAAF World Championships in Berlin. The golden Jamaican sun will warm the soul and soothe cares away as visitors dash to Jamaica to take advantage of these packages and deals.

TRAVELERS CAN EXPERIENCE AN ENDLESS SUMMER WITH

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – August 11, 2009 – Fall is quickly approaching, and Jamaica’s hotels and resorts are offering outstanding savings for travelers seeking an extension of warm summer fun. Visitors can experience an endless summer throughout Jamaica’s lush tropical surroundings, while taking advantage of the amazing seasonal rates at some of the Caribbean’s finest hotels and resorts.

VOTE JAMAICA FOR NEXT STOP ON SUMMER OF POSSIBILITIES TOUR WITH TRAVELOCITY ROAMING GNOME

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – July 22, 2009 – As the Travelocity Roaming Gnome® continues its “Summer of Possibilities Tour,” persons are being encouraged to vote Jamaica to allow the icon an unforgettable and unbeatable vacation experience. By casting your vote at www.votetravelocity.com, Jamaica is looking to join a list of exciting destinations the Travelocity Roaming Gnome® has visited over the past five weeks.

JAMAICA RANKS IN TOP HALF OF MODERN BRIDE’S “THE WORLD’S 50 BEST HONEYMOONS” LIST

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – July 21, 2009 – For the 13^th consecutive year, Jamaica has been named to Modern Bride’s celebrated “The World’s 50 Best Honeymoons” list from the annual survey of Virtuoso travel specialists. Jamaica also ranked in the “Top 10 for Affordability,” at number three, a desirable spot in today’s economy. Jamaica’s listings are published in Modern Bride’s August/September issue, now available on newsstands.

JAMAICA LEADS THE CARIBBEAN REGION FOR FIFTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

KINGSTON – July 21, 2009 – Jamaica, for the fifth year in a row, is the Caribbean island with the most resorts on Travel + Leisure magazine’s 14^th annual World’s Best Awards readers’ survey, with ten hotels, up from five in 2008, named to the list of Top 25 Resorts in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas.

WORLD’S GREATEST REGGAE FESTIVAL HONORS MICHAEL JACKSON

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – July 17, 2009 – The 17^th Annual Reggae Sumfest which takes place in Jamaica’s tourism capital Montego Bay, will pay homage to the “King of Pop” and legendary performer Michael Jackson. As part of its tribute, Reggae Sumfest officials will posthumously present a Lifetime Achievement Award to the late entertainer. 

JAMAICA CELEBRATES LAUNCH OF JETBLUE’S NONSTOP SERVICE FROM NEW YORK’S JFK AIRPORT TO MONTEGO BAY

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – May 21, 2009 – Jamaica spiced up JetBlue’s Terminal 5 at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) on May 21, as island-style celebrations took place for the airline’s inaugural flight to Montego Bay (MBJ). Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett and Director of Tourism John Lynch were present at the morning festivities and participated in a special ribbon-cutting ceremony with JetBlue’s Senior Vice President of Customer Services Rob Maruster and JetBlue crew members. Customers were also treated to live Jamaican music, refreshments from Dunkin’ Donuts and a special celebratory cake.

JAMAICA ANNOUNCES CREATION OF CULINARY JERK TRAIL

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – May 19, 2009 – Jamaica’s most famous culinary export, Jerk cuisine, has drawn visitors from all over the world looking to sample this delicious style and flavor of cooking. That’s why during the recently concluded JAPEX, Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett announced plans for the island’s Jerk Trail, Jamaica’s newest – and spiciest – attraction. Visitors can follow the Trail and eat their way through Jamaica sampling this cuisine and the secret recipes the cooks hold near and dear.