Jamaica Tourism 3.0: Jamaica has launched a new long-term tourism framework, “Tourism 3.0,” aiming to put workers, training and local communities at the centre of the next growth phase, with Minister Edmund Bartlett outlining the shift beyond visitor numbers and hotel development. Rural access gets a boost: Tourism Enhancement Fund support is helping spread tourism benefits beyond resort hubs, including a $27.5-million road rehabilitation from Fontabelle to Geddes Town in St Mary to improve access to heritage attractions. All-inclusive leak debate: Opposition tourism spokesperson Andrea Purkiss says up to 70 cents of every dollar spent by all-inclusive visitors leaves Jamaica, arguing the Tourism Linkages Network isn’t doing enough to keep earnings local. Tourism leadership in mourning: Former Tourism Minister Hugh Hart was remembered at an official memorial service at UWI Chapel, with tributes highlighting his public service legacy. Travel culture & business: Yanique DaCosta launched “The Boutique Hotel Playbook” podcast for independent hotel owners, focusing on brand positioning, guest experience and growing direct bookings. Sports tourism buzz: With the World Cup opener Mexico vs South Africa kicking off June 11, Caribbean-linked stories and fan travel are driving wider regional attention. Local football change: Chapleton Maroons’ head coach Donovan Duckie resigned effective immediately, setting up a new direction for the club.