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Storm Recovery

Updated: 11/4/25 – 5 p.m. ET

One week ago, the historically powerful Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica. Since then, we have been overwhelmed with support as the country, our community and our team began addressing the storm’s aftermath.

The Half Moon team is hard at work cleaning up and restoring our resort. Below is our latest information:

SUPPORT

  • Our immediate focus is supporting the more than 800 team members who make up our Half Moon family, some of whom have been with us for over 50 years. Many of their homes were damaged in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, while their day-to-day lives have been impacted significantly. We have launched a relief fund to which we invite you to contribute. You can learn more at www.HalfMoonSpirit.com.
  • Support Jamaica – the country’s official disaster relief and recovery portal

RESORT

  • Throughout Melissa’s passage, our focus remained on ensuring the safety and security of every guest and service professional. The Half Moon Team that sheltered in place is safe, and their strength and spirit remind us of what truly endures: community, care, and connection.
  • Our intent to is re-open on December 15, 2025. We will conduct a phased re-opening and aim to first accommodate existing reservations with a focus on welcoming guests to Eclipse at Half Moon and our recently renovated Villas at Half Moon. We are updating this page regularly and will share operational details here and on our social media channels as they evolve. 
  • If you are holding an existing reservation and have questions, please e-mail [email protected]. However, we will also be in touch with you in chronological sequence and do appreciate your patience as we navigate this unprecedented situation, especially while power and communication channels remain affected. For your flexibility, any deposit on file can be applied for another stay until December 20, 2026. Our booking system has been updated to reflect availability for new reservations.

ISLAND GOVERNMENT/TOURISM INFORMATION

  • Tourism Alerts – Visit Jamaica’s official tourism-related update channel
  • Jamaica Information Service
  • For detailed information on airport openings and closures, shelters, and any other required information, you can also contact the Tourism Emergency Operations Centre for support:
    • 1- 876- 282-6712
    • 1- 876- 469-0265  (Also on WhatsApp) 
    • 1- 658-213-2804
    • 1- 658-213-2803
    • 1- 658-213-2802
    • Email: [email protected]

AIRPORT & FLIGHT INFORMATION

Sangster International Airport (MBJ) has reopened. You can learn more about airport openings at: https://airportsauthorityjamaica.aero/

Passengers are urged to contact their airlines directly for details, confirm flight status before travelling, and adjust reservations as necessary.

Airline details: www.mbjairport.com → International Airlines – Montego Bay Jamaica Airport.

MBJ Airports Limited continues to monitor Hurricane Melissa and its potential effects on operations. Updates will be provided on:

  • www.mbjairport.com
  • Facebook: MBJ Airports Ltd
  • Instagram: @mbjairportsltd
  • X (formerly Twitter): @MBJAIRPORT