About the JHTA
Empowering the Tourism Sector
We are proud supporters of the world renowned Jamaican brand of tourism and of the representatives our international identity, unabashedly advocating for the benefit of our member base.
Energy Sustainability
Jamaica Energy Resilience Alliance
JHTA is a proud member of the Jamaica Energy Resilience Alliance (JERA), led by Cadmus – a strategic and technical consulting form – with support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
The Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association
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Get a clear understanding of why so many in the tourism industry see it critical to their business to be a part of the JHTA, and also take your opportunity to sign up for membership as well.
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Protection, not punishment
Our Mission
I’ve always been committed to service in the tourism space, so I think this was a natural progression. I hope to be able to make the positive changes expected by our membership base and stakeholders as we continue our tourism journey.
Chris Jarrett – President, JHTA
Join Us
Our vibrant advocacy and membership representation are only the beginning of our affiliate journey together. Make no mistake, we are in the tourism development business to ensure strong tourism business for you; helping to develop your brand, ensuring that you can connect and network with the right players and global industry partners, giving you access to targeted data and intelligence, and providing special offers and savings for your empowerment and continuity.
About The JHTA
The Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association (JHTA) represents hotels, other visitor accommodations as well as most suppliers of goods and services to the tourism industry, commonly known as “Allied” members, in Jamaica. Since 1961, the Association has continued to promote the development of Jamaica’s Tourism Industry, through representation of its members in all fora, both regionally and internationally.
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About The JHTA
The Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association (JHTA) represents hotels, other visitor accommodations as well as most suppliers of goods and services to the tourism industry, commonly known as “Allied” members, in Jamaica. Since 1961, the Association has continued to promote the development of Jamaica’s Tourism Industry, through representation of its members in all fora, both regionally and internationally.
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