The Jamaica Tourist Board revealed that the island’s tourism sector reached a remarkable $4.3 billion in revenue in 2024, welcoming a record-breaking 4.3 million visitors. This marks significant growth in both arrivals and earnings compared to 2023, positioning Jamaica firmly on course to meet its 2025 growth goals.

“Our continued success is due to the invaluable support of our trusted partners,” said Hon. Edmund Bartlett, Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism. “In 2024, growing global interest in Jamaica drew millions of visitors to our island. This visitor increase is set to continue as the island becomes more accessible than ever to global visitors thanks to highway expansions and increased hotel, air and cruise offerings.”

The Minister emphasized that Jamaica’s 5x5x5 growth strategy, launched in 2020 with the goal of attracting 5 million visitors and generating $5 billion annually by the end of 2025, is progressing as planned.

“We are humbled to see Jamaica’s tourism growth in 2024,” said Donovan White, Jamaica’s Director of Tourism. “Already in 2025, we have seen a 12.9% increase in airline seats over the same period last year, so we anticipate this will be another landmark year for Jamaica. Especially with the return of beloved celebrations like this month’s Rebel Salute festival and an extra-special Reggae Month in February, marked by the 80th birthday of Bob Marley, there will be a lot of buzz and excitement on island.”

The post Jamaica Tourist Board Reports $4.3 Billion in Revenue, Sets New Visitor Record in 2024 appeared first on Travel And Tour World.