New Air Link to Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop route from Quebec City to Pointe-à-Pitre, running Thursdays from Dec. 17, 2026 to April 8, 2027 (17 round-trips), adding another easy gateway for eastern Canada. Ocean Protection in Guadeloupe: France announced three new marine protection zones for World Oceans Day, bringing strict protections to 14.68% of its waters; one zone in Guadeloupe will safeguard coral reefs that shelter sea turtles. Tourism Stamp Boost (Saint Martin): La Poste and the Saint Martin Tourism Office unveiled the “Destination Saint Martin” collector stamp set, with books sold in Saint Martin and Guadeloupe and images meant to promote the destination worldwide. Hotel Closure Fallout (Saint Martin): A union says the abrupt closure of the former Secrets Hotel (Saint Martin Beach Resort) has become a “human catastrophe,” alleging no proper closure order and warning of major job losses. Travel Disruption Watch: With fuel costs rising after the Strait of Hormuz disruption, 11 airlines have collapsed in 2026, leaving more holiday plans at risk. Caribbean Summer Inspiration: A guide highlights small, less-crowded Caribbean islands worth visiting this summer, including Guadeloupe Islands.