American Airlines has announced new non-stop flights from the international hub of Austin, Texas to Cozumel, Mexico, and Montego Bay, Jamaica. Beginning June 11, the airline will commence a once-weekly Saturday service from Montego Bay and Cozumel. American undertook a major Caribbean expansion out of Austin, Texas last fall, with flights to destinations like Cancun, San Juan, Nassau, and Punta […]
Photo credit – Sharon Earle The recently unveiled mermaid at the Montego Bay Marine Park (MBMP) is gaining popularity and in response to the increasing number of queries from curious visitors, Executive Director, Hugh Shim, and staff at the park have added color to the statue. They will also be erecting an information board near the waterfront’s latest attraction. Mr. […]
The Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, St. James, developed at a cost of $1.3 billion, was officially opened by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, recently. Among the amenities on the 16-acre park are 132 parking spaces, restroom facilities, an activity center, a jogging trail, a promenade along the beach, and a multipurpose court. There will also be […]
Starting October 13, British Airways says it will be operating flights from London Gatwick to Montego Bay. The new flights will be twice weekly, departing on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The airline resumed flights from Kingston on Monday. British Airways says customers whose flights were affected over recent months, and who claimed a voucher, can use it towards the flights. Readers […]
According to Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett, American Airlines will be sending 15 flights into Montego Bay every Saturday, starting December. The Minister applauded the move and noted that it will be a record for any single carrier. He also posited the view that the new thrust by the airlines will ensure that Jamaica’s tourism continues to soar, “moving us closer […]
According to the popular website caribbeanjournal.com, The Restaurant at Round Hill, located in Montego Bay, Jamaica’s Tourism Mecca, is one of the best restaurants in the Caribbean. “Jamaican food doesn’t get any better than this delightful restaurant by Chef Martin Maginley, who puts an emphasis on local sourcing and gourmet takes on local recipes,” the journal noted. Run by Chef […]
