AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCruise Growth: Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett is meeting cruise and marketing partners in Miami and New York to boost demand for Jamaica’s 2026–27 winter season and increase benefits for local businesses. Winter Recovery: Jamaica has secured more than 1.3 million airline seats for winter 2027, up 23% on last year, and expects to recover 88% of hotel-room capacity by December. Montego Bay roadworks remain a concern, with tourism groups warning of winter-season gridlock. Global Recognition: Jamaica earned 36 Caribbean honours at the World Travel Awards, including leading-destination recognition; Sangster International Airport was named the region’s leading airport for the 18th consecutive year. Regional Links: Jamaica and Guyana signed a tourism cooperation agreement to expand investment and connectivity. New Air Links: The government is advancing studies and approvals for the proposed Lionel Densham Aerodrome in St Elizabeth, which could support tourism and local economic growth. Community Impact: Sandals Foundation’s Island Challenge raised £100,000 for children’s healthcare in Jamaica.
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