AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCruise & Resorts Deal: Royal Caribbean Group has confirmed a landmark US$3 billion move—buying a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts—aimed at expanding all-inclusive options across the Caribbean, with the deal expected to close in early 2027. Tourism Leadership: Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett is set for three major global honours this week, highlighting the island’s growing role in tourism resilience and international cooperation. Tourism Policy & Jobs: Bartlett also outlined plans around tourism workers’ pension scheme growth targets, as Jamaica pushes its “Tourism 3.0” agenda to strengthen the sector. AI in Tourism: Jamaica will spotlight AI and digital transformation during Tourism Awareness Week 2026, signalling a tech push for how visitors plan and experience trips. Local Travel Access: JUTC launched a new 710 route linking Port Antonio to Kingston, expected to boost internal commuting and travel demand for Portland. Legal & Safety Watch: Former Miss Universe Jamaica Gabrielle Henry filed a lawsuit over a 2025 stage fall, alleging unsafe conditions and negligence by the Miss Universe Organization. Business Moves: Seprod shares jumped nearly 20% after it announced a proposed five-for-one stock split and plans to raise fresh equity.
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