AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTourism Service Excellence Awards: Jamaica’s Tourism Service Excellence Awards (TSEA) are back after a COVID pause, with the launch held at Devon House and the gala set for Oct. 31 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre under the theme “The Chosen Gems of Jamaica,” as Minister Edmund Bartlett stressed that service from the heart is driving a 42% repeat-visitor rate. Integrated Resort Progress: Hard Rock International says it has received Cabinet approval for a Montego Bay integrated resort, including a provisional casino licence—though separate regulatory steps are still needed before casino gaming can start. Air Access Boost: British Airways expands its winter network with new long-haul routes including Melbourne and Colombo, and adds more flights to Kingston and other destinations—good news for visitor connectivity. Climate Watch for Tourism: UWI and CIMH warn El Niño could intensify heat and drought across the Caribbean into 2027, with knock-on effects for agriculture, water, health, energy—and tourism. Public Safety & Planning: NEPA received 2,430 development applications in 2025, with approvals up sharply, while stakeholders also debate how development choices could affect Jamaica’s long-term tourism and water security. Culture & Travel Experiences: Capleton headlines “Culture Rising” at Plantation Cove in St. Ann this weekend, adding another reason to plan a Jamaica getaway around live music.
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