AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTourism Resilience: Jamaica’s Edmund Bartlett called at SOTIC 2026 for a permanent Caribbean fund to help destinations, workers and small businesses withstand hurricanes and other shocks. The proposal could include visitor contributions, but funding and governance are still to be settled. Regional Investment: Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali urged Caribbean leaders to invest beyond the region’s natural attractions, with better transport, disaster readiness and major events to strengthen tourism competitiveness. Visitor Appeal: Jamaica placed fifth among Caribbean and Atlantic islands in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 readers’ awards; Montego Bay’s S Hotel ranked second among Caribbean and Central American hotels. Industry Readiness: At SOTIC, a tourism expert warned that travellers are turning to AI to plan trips while only 12% of Caribbean businesses use it effectively, risking weaker visibility in online recommendations. Event Update: Cardi B has withdrawn from BZR WKND Jamaica, leaving ticket holders awaiting organisers’ guidance on refunds and the festival’s plans. Business Risk: Jamaica’s drought could cost more than $35 billion over its duration, with accommodation and food services among the sectors expected to feel the impact.
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