Diplomatic Spotlight: French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian PM Mark Carney will visit Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon together from 19–21 September, with the Élysée framing it as a joint message on “freedom, democracy” and respect for national sovereignty—timed after US President Trump shared a map showing Canada and Greenland under a US flag. EU Outer-Regions Policy: The European Commission adopted a new strategy for outermost regions including Guadeloupe, aiming to adapt EU rules to local constraints and boost resilience, biodiversity, and fairer opportunities. Cruise & Island Travel: Explora Journeys is rolling out a 2026–27 Caribbean season on two ships (mid-October 2026 to March 2027), with stops including Guadeloupe, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Lucia and more. Sargassum Update: Seaweed “superbloom” conditions are again hitting Caribbean beaches and marine life, with health and tourism impacts as floating sargassum smothers reefs and mangroves. Local Getaway Idea: Terre-de-Haut’s Le Bourg on Les Saintes is being highlighted for its harbor life, cafés, nearby beaches, and Fort Napoléon—an easy base for ferry arrivals. Aviation Note: Caribbean Airlines says it’s pushing a transformation plan to improve operations and customer service, including new onboard and duty-free options.