Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett has been awarded by the International Tourism Investment Conference (ITIC) for his outstanding contributions to the development of sustainability and resilient tourism practices in Jamaica. The recognition came during the ITIC Global Tourism Investment Summit held at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London on Monday.
The ITIC summit is a highly anticipated annual event on the World Tavel Market (WTM) calendar that brings together tourism ministers, industry leaders and developers from the tourism, travel and hospitality sectors to connect with potential investors.
“This acknowledgement has truly come as a surprise, and I am humbled by it.”
“It is good to see that our small island has become a thought leader on issues related to sustainability and resilience. This is a win for Jamaica and indicates that we are on the right path to futureproofing our beloved industry,” said Minister Bartlett.
The award acknowledges Minister Bartlett’s pioneering work in advocating for comprehensive sustainable practices and building capacity for tourism resilience. Under his leadership, Jamaica has made significant strides in balancing tourism growth with environmental conservation and community development. The island has also become a thought leader in building resilience in tourism globally.
The Tourism Minister is leading a delegation at the 2024 World Travel Market scheduled for November 5-7. WTM London is home to the world’s travel trade – the most influential travel and tourism event globally. The highly anticipated event is expected to welcome over 45 thousand participants.
ABOUT THE JAMAICA TOURIST BOARD
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica’s national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. JTB offices are also located in Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are in Berlin, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Mumbai, Tokyo and Paris.
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In 2023, the JTB was declared ‘World’s Leading Cruise Destination’ and ‘World’s Leading Family Destination’ for the fourth consecutive year by the World Travel Awards, which also named it named “Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board” for the 15th consecutive year, “Caribbean’s Leading Destination” for the 17th consecutive year, and the “Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Destination” in the World Travel Awards – Caribbean.’ In addition, Jamaica was awarded six gold 2023 Travvy Awards, including ‘Best Honeymoon Destination’ ‘Best Tourism Board – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Destination – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Wedding Destination – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Culinary Destination – Caribbean,’ and ‘Best Cruise Destination – Caribbean’ as well as two silver Travvy Awards for ‘Best Travel Agent Academy Program’ and ‘Best Wedding Destination – Overall.’’ It also received a TravelAge West WAVE award for ‘International Tourism Board Providing the Best Travel Advisor Support’ for a record-setting 12th time. TripAdvisor® ranked Jamaica the #7 Best Honeymoon Destination in the World and the #19 Best Culinary Destination in the World for 2024. Jamaica is home to some of the world’s best accommodations, attractions and service providers that continue to receive prominent global recognition, and the destination is routinely ranked among the best to visit globally by prestigious international publications.
For details on upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica go to the JTB’s Website at www.visitjamaica.com or call the Jamaica Tourist Board at 1-800-JAMAICA (1-800-526-2422). Follow the JTB on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube. View the JTB blog at www.islandbuzzjamaica.com.
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SEEN IN IMAGE: Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (L) collects his ITIC award for his work in Sustainability and Resilience in Tourism at the ITIC Global Tourism Summit on Monday, November 4, from Ibrahim Ayoub, Group CEO, MD and Board Member of International Tourism Investment Corporation Ltd. – image courtesy of Jamaica Tourist Board
MEDIA CONTACT: Corporate Communications Division, Ministry of Tourism, 64 Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston 5, Telephone: 920-4924, Fax: 920-4944 – OR – Kingsley Roberts, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Ministry of Tourism, 64 Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston 5, Tel: 920-4926-30, ext.: 5990, Cell: (876) 505-6118, Fax: 920-4944
