Overview
- Jessica Newton confirmed at a municipal press conference in Ica on Tuesday that Bosch will be in the city April 17–18 with the Oasis of Huacachina as the official venue.
- Organizers said this is the first time an official Miss Universe agenda centers on Ica, a shift from prior titleholder visits that focused on Lima.
- Newton framed the trip as a push to showcase Ica’s tourism, gastronomy, culture, and warm welcome to international audiences, and Bosch has said she is eager to visit after bonding with Peruvians while studying in Italy.
- At the announcement, Mayor Carlos Reyes awarded Jessica Newton the city medal and named her “Hija Predilecta” of Ica, while local organizer Larry Uribe affirmed the region’s host role.
- Officials have not released a detailed public itinerary beyond the dates and the Huacachina venue.