AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTourism Earnings Push: Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says Jamaica must lift how much tourism money stays in the local economy, targeting 50–60% retention (up from about 40%) by expanding supply capacity and local ownership, with regional work underway through CARICOM and the Caribbean Tourism Organization. New Tourism Governance: Bartlett also flagged a new Tourism Authority Act to modernise the sector’s rules, replacing the older Tourist Board framework as part of “Tourism 3.0.” Brand Jamaica in the Spotlight: Bartlett thanked 60+ international journalists and creators for a Jamaica recovery media push after Hurricane Melissa, aimed at boosting confidence and accurate travel messaging. Travel Deals Watch: Montego Bay is being touted as the cheapest Caribbean spot to fly to right now, with average roundtrip fares around $344. Safety & Competition: Aruba is named the safest Caribbean destination for 2026 as tourism hits record highs, while Puerto Rico and Jamaica lead the region’s official destination social media race.
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