By: Paradise Destinations Travel Traveling in the fall is one of the best-kept secrets among seasoned travelers. As summer crowds fade and winter holiday rush hasn’t yet begun, autumn offers the perfect balance of pleasant weather, vibrant scenery, and affordable prices. Whether you’re planning a cozy road trip through foliage-covered countryside or an international getaway, […]
By: Staff Writer When it comes to air travel, following Transportation Security Administration (TSA) rules is essential—not just to breeze through security checkpoints, but also to keep fellow passengers and flight crews safe. Recently, TSA eliminated its long-standing shoes-off rule at airport checkpoints, but the familiar 3.4-ounce liquid rule remains firmly in place. Now, the […]
By: Juergen T Steinmetz | eturbonews.com| Editorial credit: Eturbonews.com Over US$3.5 Billion In Premium Tourism Developments In Last Three Months As Jamaica’s pivot toward the luxury tourism market gains momentum, Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, is reinforcing his strong commitment to a policy that ensures local communities directly benefit from these new developments. As Jamaica’s […]
By: Michael Merschel, American Heart Association News Whether your vacation plans involve a romantic getaway to a faraway locale or just a summer visit with the grandkids, odds are an airplane will be involved. For the most part, planes are a great way to go, health experts say. “Overall, it’s a very safe mode of […]
By: Linda Hohnholz| eturbonews.com| Editorial credit: cristiano barni / Shutterstock.com Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has announced the appointment of legendary sprinter Usain Bolt as the nation’s Global Tourism Ambassador, a role that will see the world’s fastest man represent Jamaica’s culture, tourism on the international stage. The historic appointment recognizes Bolt’s unparalleled contribution […]
By Mary Campbell A controversial new travel fee—dubbed the “visa integrity fee”—was enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill, signed into law on July 4, 2025. It imposes a $250 charge on top of existing visa application fees for most non‑immigrant visa holders, including tourist (B‑1/B‑2), student (F/M), work (H‑1B/H‑4), and exchange (J‑1/J‑2) categories. When […]
Editorial credit: Jim Lambert / Shutterstock.com Passengers can now keep their shoes on at TSA security checkpoints WASHINGTON—Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a new policy today which will allow passengers traveling through domestic airports to keep their shoes on while passing through security screening at TSA checkpoints. The new policy will increase hospitality for travelers […]
By Sandy Connors | Editorial credit: John de la Bastide / shutterstock.com Planning a trip to the Caribbean for summer Carnival? Discover the best islands to visit, travel tips, what to pack, and how to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Caribbean Carnivals. While Carnival traditionally takes place before Lent in some islands, many […]
By Linda Hohnholz, EturboNews | Photo courtesy of: Jamaica Ministry of Tourism 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. Jamaica […]
By Juergen T Steinmetz,eTurboNews | Photo credit: Minister of Tourism As the Jamaica Tourist Board celebrates its milestone 70th anniversary, Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, has reiterated that workers in the sector are at the heart of the destination’s success and excellence. In highlighting this fact, the Minister has unveiled a strategic framework that […]