AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoResort Rebuild Boost: Sandals is pushing ahead with a $200m “Sandals 2.0” rebuild of three Jamaica resorts hit by Hurricane Melissa, with South Coast set to reopen Nov. 18 and Montego Bay/ Royal Caribbean following Dec. 18. Tourism Recovery Check: A new look at how Jamaica’s tourism is bouncing back after Melissa shows room capacity now back above 80% of pre-hurricane levels, with Montego Bay still facing later reopenings. More Air Access to MoBay: Porter Airlines will add new nonstop Montego Bay routes from Toronto, Ottawa and Hamilton this winter, giving Canadian travellers more direct options. Labour Day Community Work: Sandals and Beaches teams volunteered across parishes, including painting and upgrading school and hospital spaces in St Ann after Melissa. Hurricane Season Prep: With the Atlantic season starting, guidance highlights practical steps like reviewing insurance and documenting belongings. Safety & Health: Jamaica’s Health Ministry says there are no Ebola cases, but eight travellers are under quarantine; a doctor urges supervised quarantine areas. Travel Disruption: Virgin Atlantic Flight VS165 to Montego Bay was diverted to Shannon, Ireland, after a technical engine issue. Local News: A woman died after a multi-vehicle crash on the Rose Hall main road, and two more teens were charged in a machete stabbing case at Rufus King Park.
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