Air Connectivity: Air Canada is adding a new seasonal nonstop route from Quebec City to Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), with weekly Thursday flights from Dec. 17, 2026 to April 8, 2027, giving eastern Canada another direct gateway to the islands. Marine Protection: France announced three new marine protection zones for World Oceans Day, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe for sea turtles, pushing strict protection coverage to 14.68% of French waters. Tourism & Mail: Saint Martin’s Tourism Office and La Poste launched the “Destination Saint Martin” collector stamp set, with books sold locally and in France and a print run shared with Guadeloupe. Local Hospitality Shock: In Saint Martin, the union says the closure of the former Secrets Hotel (now Saint Martin Beach Resort) is a “human catastrophe,” alleging management acted without a real closure order and may be targeting major job cuts. Travel Disruption Watch: A wave of airline collapses tied to fuel shortages continues, with European Cargo among the latest casualties—raising concerns for holiday plans. On-Island Sport: The 2026 Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Philipsburg drew 100+ participants, with Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé taking third in the men’s Olympic-distance race.