Jamaica Listed In CNN Travel's 20 Best Places to Visit In 2020

KINGSTON, Jamaica; January 02, 2020: American news-channel CNN, has named Jamaica as one of the 20 best places to visit in 2020. The island is one of two Caribbean destinations to make the list.

Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett has expressed delight at being included, sharing that, “Jamaica is very honoured to be listed alongside Dominica and other countries, as one of the best places to visit in 2020.”

CNN Travel is a very widely respected and read platform across the globe. I am certain that this accolade will help to influence persons to make Jamaica their destination of choice this year and we look forward to welcoming them to our shores,” he added.

The news site notes that Jamaica has a lot to offer – such as natural wonders, culture and entertainment – particularly in 2020.

Fans of the James Bond franchise were urged to stay at Goldeneye, the resort in which Ian Fleming wrote 14 of the franchises novels.

Rockhouse hotel in Negril was also listed as a must-see for its natural beauty, philanthropic endeavours and celebrity-appeal – as its early guests included Marley, Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones.

They also encouraged readers to visit the Bob Marley Museum, in honour of the singer’s 75th birthday in February. 

“Marley’s Jamaica is a living, beating heart, overflowing with love, pain, history and cultural significance,” said CNN Travel writer, Brekke Fletcher.

CNN Travel editors compile the list annually, based on a number of factors. They encourage their readers to travel to the various destinations, to participate in key events as well as to “expand knowledge of the planet and celebrate the beauty of human accomplishment and natural wonders all over the world.”

The list includes destinations such as Japan, Sri Lanka, Zambia, Estonia, Wyoming, and Kyrgyzstan. The full list can be viewed at www.cnn.com.