A Taste of the Caribbean: Jamaica’s Vibrant Fruit Culture

June 5, 2025 Hour: 2:53 pm Jamaica, known for its rich cultural heritage, reggae music, and stunning landscapes, is also home to a diverse array of tropical fruits that define its culinary identity. From mangoes and June plums to soursop and guava, Jamaica …

Jamaica's Healthcare Services Remain Concerning

(Vax-Before-Travel News)With a population of 2.8 million, Jamaica remains a popular tourist destination in June 2025. Last year, this Caribbean Island destination welcomed over 4 million visitors by air and sea. A short two-hour flight from Miami, Florida, …

Education Ministry commits to deeper collaboration with Jamaica Independent Schools Association

The establishment of an agreement between independent schools and the HEART/NSTA Trust is among a raft of recommendations made by the Ministry of Education as part of efforts to boost collaboration. This follows a meeting held yesterday involving …

Trey Songz simply ‘Say The Word’ and he’s in Jamaica

Perhaps in a bid to ‘kill two birds with one post’, R&B heartthrob Trey Songz posted a reel of his recent visit to The Rock, and a new track to the ’gram, recently. ‘Jamaica owes me nothing…’ he wrote in the caption on the reel that was shared to his …

Jamaica Plain shoe store closing after more than 100 years in business

Ennismore Is Planning Its First Branded Hotels in Jamaica

Global hospitality company Ennismore is making its debut in Jamaica. In partnership with LCH Development Limited, Ennismore will introduce two of its brands across three new buildings in a large-scale project that includes both residential and hotel …

Flying to Jamaica? US says it's safe to travel — with caution

If you're looking for an island getaway this summer, coming to Jamaica could be the move. According to a report from the U.S. Department of State, the Caribbean island's travel advisory level is lower. Here's what this means for travelers. What …

Jamaica Tourist Board celebrates 70th anniversary with ’70 Days of Jamaica Love” travel deals

The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is marking a major milestone this year—its 70th anniversary—with a special promotion inviting travelers to enjoy the island’s legendary charm at a discount. Dubbed “70 Days of Jamaica Love,” the campaign features island-wide …

BID talks what’s new in Downtown Jamaica

The Downtown Jamaica Partnership, a business improvement district, held its annual meeting in Jamaica last Wednesday. At the forum, a new logo was introduced; two newcomers were approved, along with others as part of the slate of directors; and BID members …

Jamaica to lead CARICOM under theme of security, sustainability and partnership

Jamaica is set to assume the chairmanship of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on July 1, 2025, under the theme ‘People, Partnerships, Prosperity: Promoting a Secure and Sustainable Future’. The announcement was made by Minister of Foreign Affairs and …