AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTourism Governance: Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says Jamaica will establish a National Tourism Council to create “one tourism voice,” strengthening coordination across ministries and stakeholders and building on the Tourism Linkages Council. Tourism Policy: The Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) is pushing back on a proposed GCT increase on tourism activities, warning operators are locked into older contracts and urging talks with PM Holness. Resort Safety: Negril stakeholders met to keep the destination safe, stressing it’s a “we” destination where hotels, vendors and residents all share responsibility for visitor confidence. Wellness Tourism: JACANA unveiled its Caribbean Wellness Platform, anchored by a 100-acre USDA Organic farm in St. Ann, aiming to position Jamaica as a global hub for restorative travel. Aviation Oversight: Jamaica’s Senate passed the Civil Aviation (Amendment) Act to strengthen safety oversight and align with ICAO standards. Tourism Workforce: Bartlett highlighted growth in the Tourism Workers Pension Scheme and ongoing support for tourism workers. Local Events: Sandals and Beaches specialist Reliant Destinations launched the LUMI AI assistant to help travelers plan and compare resort options 24/7.
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