The content originally appeared on: The Barnacle News The late George Myers Caribbean tourism stalwart George Myers, who passed away last week, was remember .
George R. Myers, M.B., was a man way ahead of his time who changed the landscape of the tourism industry in The Bahamas. He has left an indelible mark on Bahamas tourism. What distinguished this visionary was his enduring belief in the potential of mankind and power of a united team as a key element
George R. Myers, who was an icon in the tourism and business sectors, died at his home on Thursday, surrounded by his family. He was 83. Myers is being remembered as a trailblazer, whose impact and influence are felt in multiple spheres across The Bahamas. Moving to The Bahamas from his birthplace, Jamaica, in 1963,
Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board CEO Joy Jibrilu issued a statement on the passing of Legendary Hotelier and Founding Board Member Mr. George Myers