Air Travel Shock: Air Antilles has permanently shut down after a Guadeloupe court ordered liquidation, ending a key link between Martinique, Guadeloupe and nearby islands—after a safety audit revocation, mounting losses, and months of uncertainty. New Route, New Hope: LIAT Air is moving in the opposite direction: it launched (and will run twice-weekly) nonstop Antigua–Guadeloupe service, cutting out the usual detours for short trips and family visits. Rising Costs, Slower Growth: LIAT also says it’s adjusting schedules monthly as fuel prices bite, and it’s calling for more regional airline collaboration to make connections easier. Tourism Marketing Buzz: IShowSpeed’s Caribbean livestream tour reportedly delivered huge visibility—especially for Dominica/Guadeloupe/St. Kitts—while officials in Antigua and Barbuda are pushing the momentum toward more visitors. Regional Context: A Caribbean travel trends report flags slower overall growth and heavy reliance on air connections, with destinations urged to diversify source markets.