Airport Update: Sangster International Airport says passenger traffic is down 27% year-to-date, with about 1.5 million passengers since January, still feeling the impact of Hurricane Melissa; MBJ Airports CEO Shane Munroe notes month-to-month recovery and an average load factor of 84.6%. Tourism Boost at Home: The UDC launched its “Enjoy Your Jamaica” summer campaign in Montego Bay, pushing locals to revisit UDC attractions like Dunn’s River Falls & Park (locals-only “Squad Goals” and a DRFP Passport Programme) and Ocho Rios Bay Beach’s Summer Bonfire Saturdays. Infrastructure for Visitors: Water Minister Matthew Samuda told the JHTA awards luncheon that major wastewater and water-supply investments are key to protecting Jamaica’s coastal assets, including Negril’s new sewage treatment facility and upgrades across Falmouth, Port Antonio and Portmore. Skills for Jobs: A Tourism Skills Ready project in St. Thomas trained residents in hospitality and tourism roles, aiming to help them plug into the parish’s expected tourism growth. Heat & Travel Comfort: Jamaica’s Met Service urges hydration as hotter-than-normal conditions are possible, with El Niño expected to intensify heat and drier conditions. Safety & Peace Perception: Jamaica is ranked the most peaceful country in the Caribbean in the 2026 Global Peace Index, placing 70th globally out of 163—an image win for tourism. Local Access Fight: The Guardian reports court battles over public beach access in Jamaica, where locals and vendors say privatisation is restricting coastline entry at popular resorts. Festival Transport Plan: Dream Weekend in Montego Bay will roll out a ride-hailing app (Wyrdes), 500 authorised vehicles, and a flat US$5 fare to move patrons during the festival and ease traffic around venues.