by LTC Writer | Feb 23, 2023 | People
A visionary from the hills of Buff Bay, Portland, Wayne Lewis had a dream to become a leader in watersports — a dream he was adamant he would accomplish. Seven years ago, Lewis walked through the gates of Beaches Ocho Rios as an eager participant in the Sandals and...
by LTC Writer | Oct 27, 2022 | People
Starting as a HEART trainee at the front office, moving through to middle management and now at the helm of a team of more than 70 housekeepers at Beaches Ocho Rios resort, Gia Redway has remained humble and committed. She strives to always give more than expected by...
by Charmaine Clarke | Sep 29, 2022 | People
Andre Harris’s passion for food led him to the tourism industry, and he hasn’t looked back. He’s been soaking up knowledge over the years and it’s prepared him well for his newest role as hotel manager at AC Hotel Kingston. He stepped into his new role on September 1....
by Charmaine Clarke | Aug 25, 2022 | Pulse
Tourism isn’t what it used to be. Stakeholders in the industry are quick to point out that the sector has evolved, and so have those who work within it. It has long moved on from days of old when foreigners, typically not black, were served by genuflecting, tip-driven...
by Charmaine Clarke | Aug 25, 2022 | People
When Lavene Duncan was contracted to work as a babysitter at Beaches Ocho Rios 20 years ago, she had no idea that one day she would be the one in charge of the property’s Kids’ Camp — and an advocate for autism. She did know, though, that she loved children and that...
