Tourism Numbers: Jamaica welcomed 2.34 million visitors through August 31, generating about US$2.5 billion in earnings, despite operating at roughly 70% of pre-Hurricane Melissa room capacity; the Tourism Ministry says refurbishments and reopenings should bring more inventory back by end-2026 or early 2027. Hotel & Resort Recovery: Half Moon is fully back after restoration, several Marriott-affiliated Royalton resorts are returning across Negril and Montego Bay, and Sandals is investing US$200 million across three properties. Aviation Planning: Jamaica is moving ahead with its first Civil Aviation Master Plan, with JCAA and AAJ consultations underway to guide safety, infrastructure, regulation, and environmental priorities. Tourism Meets Agriculture: State Minister Tova Hamilton urged hotels and farmers to treat tourism as a key business partner, pushing for more Jamaican produce on menus and stronger digital and forward procurement links. UK Visa Update: The British High Commissioner welcomed a new free, streamlined UK visa process for Privy Council litigants and legal teams, easing access for Jamaicans attending hearings in London. Caribbean Travel Boost (Regional): Frontier Airlines announced new low-cost routes from Orlando to Colombia, including Cartagena from Dec. 19, adding to the Caribbean travel momentum.