AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCaribbean Tourism Awards & Media Boost: Jamaica picked up major recognition at Caribbean Week in New York, winning Best Social Media Campaign for its Reggae Marathon push and earning another honour for a National Geographic feature on luxury experiences, while the Caribbean Tourism Organization also celebrated top regional storytellers and launched CTO TV to expand tourism video storytelling. Resilient Tourism & Community Recovery: Sandals and Beaches Resorts marked Labour Day with on-the-ground support for Hurricane Melissa recovery, including work at Priory Primary and Infant School in St Ann, as volunteers helped restore schools and public spaces. Airport Watch: Sangster International Airport traffic in Montego Bay stayed well below pre-hurricane levels in April, with passenger volumes down 22% year-on-year, reflecting the lingering impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica’s tourism gateways. Sports Facilities & Visitor Appeal: Montego Bay’s $700-million sports complex “The Hive” is set to reshape local training and community sport, while St James schools received climate-resilient gardens support after Hurricane Melissa. World Cup Tourism Angle: With the 2026 World Cup underway, the spotlight is on fan travel and destination buzz across North America, including Jamaica-linked diaspora interest and regional match build-ups.
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