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S Hotel Montego Bay Named Best All-inclusive Caribbean Resort by USA Today

Sunset at the Palms Resort Secures Fourth Place in USA Today Ranking MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica; Thursday, January 8, 2026: Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has lauded the achievement of S Hotel Montego Bay on being named the Best All-inclusive Caribbean Resort for 2026 by USA Today Readers’ Choice 10 Best Awards. Minister Bartlett has also commended Sunset at the Palms Resort, Negril on securing fourth place in the same USA Today ranking. Minister Bartlett said “this is a tremendous accomplishment and welcome news as the tourism sector recovers following the passage of hurricane Melissa. To be able to remain top of mind among travellers and secure such prestigious accolades is proof of the resilience of our local properties, including S Hotel Montego Bay and Sunset at the Palms, and their continued commitment to always providing excellent service regardless of the circumstances.”

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$33M Upgrade for Old Fort Craft Market

KINGSTON, Jamaica; August 17, 2018: Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett says, the Old Fort Craft Market in Montego Bay will receive upgrades valued at $33 million. The work will be carried out by the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) and will include restoration to the heritage park at a cost of $25million and improvement of bathroom facilities at a cost of $8million.

Bartlett Challenges Caribbean Media to Instigate Positive Debate on Climate Change

KINGSTON, Jamaica; August 15, 2018: Noting that most island economies in the Caribbean are based on highly climate-sensitive industries and sectors like tourism and agriculture, Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett says the region’s media have an important role to play as a contributor to the local, regional and global discussion on climate change.

Bartlett Preparing Craft Traders For Changing Market

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica; Monday, August 13, 2018: Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has called on craft traders and producers in the resort city of Montego Bay to put themselves in order and prepare for increased sales opportunity.

Bartlett Reviewing Policy Governing Use of Black River

BLACK RIVER, St. Elizabeth; Thursday, August 9, 2018: Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett is currently reviewing the policy governing the use of the Black River for safari tours. The purpose of the review is to determine whether the current moratorium allows operations at an optimal level on the river with respect to carrying capacity.

Bartlett takes Jamaican Culture to Cruise Passengers

MONTEGO BAY, St. James; August 3, 2018: Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett says, cruise ship passengers will be treated to a variety of cultural activities more frequently, as part of efforts to enhance their Jamaican experience.

Bartlett Opens Community Based Dive and Non-Motorized Water Sport Facility in Portland

PORT ANTONIO, Portland; July 30, 2018: Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett heaped praises on the strides made by the Alligator Head Foundation, a Portland based environmental body, during the opening of a Community-based Dive and Non-Motorized Water-sport facility in Portland last Thursday.

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