EU Policy for Outermost Regions: The European Commission has adopted a new strategy for EU outermost regions including Guadeloupe, aiming for stronger support and fairer opportunities, backed by a regulatory package to better fit local realities. Cruise Access Boost: Southern Caribbean cruising is getting easier as major lines add new itineraries and even new departure ports, making bucket-list stops like Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao more reachable without long repositioning cruises. Sargassum Reality Check: Another summer of heavy sargassum is hitting beaches across the Caribbean, smothering marine habitats and disrupting tourism and fishing, with health concerns for people clearing shorelines. Luxury Caribbean Season: Explora Journeys is rolling out its 2026–27 Caribbean season across two ships, with sailings from Miami and Québec City and a mix of big-name and lesser-known islands. Travel Safety Focus: UNESCO is warning that Mediterranean tsunamis are far from impossible, prompting officials to map evacuation routes and refuge sites for coastal visitors. Caribbean Rum Spotlight: St Barth is gearing up for the Caribbean Rum Awards, featuring blind judging and a “World Championship” showdown across molasses rum and rhum agricole traditions. Getting Around by Golf Cart: A travel trend roundup highlights islands where golf carts are part of the vacation rhythm, including routes and new flight links that make quick island hopping feel effortless.