AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRegional Aviation Shake-Up: Caribbean Airlines will cut several routes from June 1, ending flights to Dominica, St Kitts and the Ogle–Suriname corridor, and reducing service to Martinique and Guadeloupe to twice weekly, with affected passengers offered rebooking, refunds, or travel credit while the airline works on a codeshare to widen options. Local Governance & Tourism Impact: In St Kitts and Nevis, Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson says Caribbean Airlines withdrew from the St Kitts route without consulting the government, sparking concern among travelers and tourism stakeholders even as officials say alternative connections are being pursued. Connectivity Boost for Multi-Island Travelers: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal effective June 1, letting passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage across networks that include Guadeloupe and Martinique plus Eastern Caribbean links to Antigua and beyond. Cruise & Island Hopping Inspiration: Emerald Cruises announces a December 13–20, 2026 culinary sailing aboard Emerald Sakara visiting Leeward Islands including Guadeloupe, alongside a broader trend toward longer repositioning cruises. Mosquito-Borne Disease Watch: France reports 92 imported mosquito-borne cases in May (dengue, chikungunya, Zika), with many linked to overseas territories including Martinique and Guadeloupe—urging travelers to stay vigilant. Sports Tourism: Antigua’s Run in Paradise (10th edition) drew 380+ runners from across the Caribbean and beyond, with strong Guadeloupe participation and scenic, tourism-friendly race routes.
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