AGP Executive Report

Marine Wildlife & Safety: Two dolphins were found stranded on Orient Bay Beach in Saint-Martin—an adult carcass and a live juvenile of a species uncommon in local coastal waters. Rangers, the Gendarmerie, the Environment Brigade and firefighters secured the area to reduce any disease risk, the adult was handled at the Grandes Cayes eco-site, and the juvenile was cared for and released back into the sea in a calm spot away from shore. Authorities ask visitors to keep distance, avoid contact, and report sightings via Réserve Naturelle or the National Stranding Network Guadeloupe. Regional Cooperation: France renewed its push to deepen partnership with the OECS, pointing to shared ties across Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin and highlighting new work on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health and regional connectivity. Caribbean Travel Inspiration: A new Expedia campaign spotlights “Travel Like Speed,” building on a prior livestream that toured five Caribbean countries in a day, aiming to attract younger travelers to explore beyond flights and hotels. Adventure Getaways: A roundup highlights Caribbean islands for adventure, including Vieques (Puerto Rico), with standout beach experiences like Playa Negra. Relocation Story: An Essex pastry chef describes moving to St Lucia for a lower-cost, happier life and working toward launching a tour company and travel guide.

Marine Wildlife Alert (Saint Martin/Orient Bay): Two dolphins were found stranded on Orient Bay Beach—an adult was deceased and a juvenile was alive. Rangers, the gendarmerie, the Environment Brigade and emergency services secured the area to limit any disease risk. The adult’s cause of death is still unknown; it was taken to the Grandes Cayes eco-site. The juvenile was cared for and released back into the sea in a calm, far-from-coast area. Travel & Tourism (Caribbean connections): Air Canada is expanding its Caribbean network and has opened a new premium Air Canada Café at Québec City’s airport, signaling continued growth in Canadian demand for Caribbean destinations including Guadeloupe. Regional Air Access (Grand Case): Dutch Caribbean Airlines will operate from EDEIS Grand Case Airport starting July 1, initially with a small Cessna and plans to scale up by September—aiming to improve links to Dutch Caribbean islands and potentially routes involving Guadeloupe and Martinique. Diplomacy for Tourism & Resilience (France–OECS): France reaffirmed its partnership with the OECS, highlighting cooperation on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, public health, education, agriculture and regional connectivity—relevant themes for visitor experiences and long-term destination stability.

New Air Links from Grand Case: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from EDEIS Grand Case Airport starting July 1, beginning with a six-seat Cessna 206 and aiming to add more capacity by September—an opening for routes toward Saba, Statia (and possibly Curaçao), plus talks with other carriers about expanding options for Guadeloupe and Martinique. Caribbean Flights & Comfort Upgrade: Air Canada is expanding its Caribbean network and has opened a new premium Air Canada Café at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, with power and USB-C at every seat—another push as Canadian demand keeps growing for destinations including Guadeloupe. France–OECS Cooperation: France reaffirmed its commitment to the OECS with a formal accreditation ceremony, highlighting deeper collaboration on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—relevant for regional travel and development. Caribbean Travel Inspiration: Expedia’s “Travel Like Speed” campaign leans into livestream-style travel, building on its earlier Caribbean visit with a big online reach. Caribbean Getaway Ideas: A roundup spotlights lesser-visited islands and adventure options across the region, including Vieques and its black-sand beaches.

Air Connectivity for Guadeloupe: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport on July 1, beginning with small aircraft and aiming to grow capacity by September—an opening for routes toward Saba, Statia and possibly Curaçao, plus talks on traffic rights for Guadeloupe and Martinique. France–OECS Cooperation: France’s ambassador to the OECS presented Letters of Credence, reaffirming support for regional work on climate resilience, environment, education, agriculture, public health and regional connectivity—highlighting shared ties with French nationals in Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin. Caribbean Travel Demand from Canada: Air Canada is expanding its Caribbean network and has opened a new premium Air Canada Café lounge at Québec City airport, signaling continued growth in Canadian arrivals to destinations including Guadeloupe. Luxury Sailing to the Antilles: Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean voyages (from Nov 21, 2027) include calls at Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe as part of five- to eight-night itineraries across the Leeward and Windward islands. Adventure Picks: A roundup spotlights lesser-known Caribbean islands for travelers seeking more than the usual itinerary, including Vieques. Travel Culture Buzz: Expedia’s new campaign leans into youth travel inspiration via IShowSpeed, building on a prior livestream that toured five Caribbean countries in a day.

Caribbean Air Access: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport (EDEIS) from July 1, beginning with a six-seat Cessna 206 and aiming to add more capacity by September—an opening that could boost links to Saba, Statia and possibly Curaçao, with talks also underway to strengthen routes from Guadeloupe and Martinique. Luxury Sailing: Aman at Sea has revealed the first chapter of Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean voyages—five- to eight-night autumn itineraries calling at Guadeloupe’s Îles des Saintes among other Antilles ports, running from Nov. 21, 2027 to Jan. 2, 2028. France–OECS Cooperation: France’s ambassador to the OECS presented Letters of Credence, underlining deeper collaboration that directly matters for the region’s travel ecosystem—climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity, with close ties noted across Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin. Canadians Keep Coming: Air Canada is expanding Caribbean service and upgrading the airport experience with a new premium Air Canada Café in Québec City, highlighting growing demand from Canada for destinations including Guadeloupe. Travel Inspiration Campaign: Expedia’s new push, “Travel Like Speed,” leans into influencer-led livestream travel—building on a prior Expedia partnership that streamed a Caribbean day across five countries.

Guadeloupe-France Ties: France’s ambassador to the OECS presented credentials to Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming cooperation on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—highlighting shared links across Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin. Regional Air Access: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport (EDEIS) on July 1, beginning with small aircraft and aiming to expand by September, with an eye on routes to Saba, Statia and possibly Curaçao, plus discussions on traffic rights for Guadeloupe and Martinique. Luxury Sailing Bookings: Aman at Sea opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season—five- to eight-night autumn voyages from Nov. 21, 2027 to Jan. 2, 2028—featuring stops including Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe, plus Leeward, Windward and Dutch Caribbean itineraries. Caribbean Flight Demand: Jamaica’s tourism minister Edmund Bartlett said more rooms and airlift are coming, pointing to expanded connectivity that includes enhanced regional service from Guadeloupe. Travel Hype Campaign: Expedia launched “Travel Like Speed,” using IShowSpeed’s global livestream style to push travel beyond flights and hotels, including a prior Caribbean-focused stream.

Caribbean Flight Updates: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport (EDEIS) on July 1, beginning with a six-seater Cessna 206 and aiming to add capacity by September, with plans to open up routes toward Saba, Statia and possibly Curaçao. Regional Connectivity & Tourism Demand: Jamaica’s tourism recovery is being supported by new and expanded airlift, including enhanced regional connectivity from Guadeloupe, as more flights are lined up alongside room reopenings. Aviation Comfort for Caribbean Travelers: Air Canada is opening a new premium Air Canada Café at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, adding a more relaxed pre-boarding lounge experience for Canadians heading to Caribbean destinations including Guadeloupe. Luxury Sailing Bookings: Aman at Sea has opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season—five- to eight-night autumn voyages from Nov. 21, 2027 to Jan. 2, 2028—calling at Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe among other Antilles stops. France–OECS Cooperation: France reaffirmed its commitment to deepen partnership with the OECS, highlighting new collaboration areas that directly matter for the region where French nationals live, including climate resilience and regional connectivity. Travel Marketing Buzz: Expedia’s “Travel Like Speed” campaign spotlights the platform’s global travel options via IShowSpeed’s high-reach Caribbean livestream partnership.

France–OECS Partnership: France’s ambassador to the OECS, Marie-Noëlle Duris, presented her Letters of Credence to Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming deeper cooperation with a focus on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—key themes for travel planning across Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Saint Martin. New Air Access for Guadeloupe Travelers: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport starting July 1, with early service using smaller aircraft and plans to expand—boosting links toward Saba, Statia, and likely Curaçao. Caribbean Cruise Bookings: Aman at Sea opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov. 21, 2027–Jan. 2, 2028), including calls at Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe as part of Leeward and Windward itineraries. Tourism Connectivity Watch: Jamaica’s tourism recovery is tied to room returns and airlift, with Bartlett pointing to new and expanded routes—plus enhanced regional connectivity from Guadeloupe. Adventure Calendar: Dominica Bike Fest 2026 runs July 31–Aug. 3, with a bigger four-day program and riders expected from across the region, including Guadeloupe.

France–OECS Partnership: France’s ambassador to the OECS, Marie-Noëlle Duris, presented credentials to OECS chief Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming cooperation on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—an angle that matters for travel planning across Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin. Caribbean Air Access (Guadeloupe link): Air Canada is expanding its Caribbean network and has opened a new premium Air Canada Café at Québec City airport; the airline specifically lists service growth that includes Guadeloupe. Grand Case Airport Update: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from EDEIS Grand Case Airport on July 1, initially with a small Cessna fleet, with plans to add capacity later—plus talks about traffic rights and potential links to Guadeloupe and Martinique. Luxury Sailing Bookings: Aman at Sea opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), including Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe. Events for Visitors: Dominica Bike Fest 2026 runs July 31–Aug 3, with a bigger international lineup and a longer program that should draw riders from across the region, including Guadeloupe.

Regional Diplomacy & Resilience: France’s ambassador to the OECS presented credentials to Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming deeper cooperation on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—highlighting shared ties across Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Saint Martin. Air Access for the French Caribbean: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport on July 1, beginning with small aircraft and aiming to expand capacity by September, with talks also underway to strengthen links via traffic rights and potential new routes. Luxury Sea Travel (Antilles Focus): Aman at Sea opened bookings for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), with itineraries across the Leeward Islands, Windward Islands (including Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe), and the Dutch Caribbean. Tourism Demand & Flights: Jamaica’s tourism recovery is being paced by room returns and airlift, with new and expanded services including enhanced regional connectivity from Guadeloupe. Events for Visitors: Dominica Bike Fest 2026 runs July 31–Aug 3, with a bigger four-day program and riders/spectators expected from across the region including Guadeloupe and Martinique.

OECS–France Partnership: France’s ambassador to the OECS presented Letters of Credence, reaffirming deeper cooperation with a focus on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—highlighting close ties with French nationals in Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Saint Martin. Air Access for Guadeloupe Travelers: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport on July 1, initially with small aircraft and plans to expand—opening a route outlook toward Saba, Statia, and possibly Curaçao, with discussions also underway around traffic rights for Guadeloupe and Martinique. Tourism Demand & Flights: Jamaica’s tourism recovery is being paced by room returns and airlift, with new and expanded services cited including enhanced regional connectivity from Guadeloupe. Luxury Sailing Bookings: Aman at Sea opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), with stops including Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe. Events for the Region: Dominica Bike Fest 2026 runs July 31–Aug 3, with a bigger international lineup and a longer four-day program drawing riders and spectators from across the Caribbean including Guadeloupe.

France–OECS Partnership: France’s ambassador to the OECS, Marie-Noëlle Duris, presented her credentials to OECS chief Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming cooperation on climate resilience, environment, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—an angle that matters for Caribbean travel planning across Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin. Air Access for the Dutch Caribbean: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport (EDEIS) from July 1, beginning with a six-seat Cessna 206 and aiming to expand by September—good news for travelers eyeing Saba, Statia and possibly Curaçao. Luxury Sea Travel: Aman at Sea opened bookings for Amangati’s first Caribbean season (Nov. 21, 2027–Jan. 2, 2028), with 5–8 night voyages calling at Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe plus stops across the Leeward, Windward and Dutch Caribbean. Dominica Summer Sales Push: Discover Dominica Authority launched “Summer the Nature Island Way,” offering eight curated itineraries to encourage longer stays and easier trip planning. Tourism Demand Watch: Jamaica’s tourism minister Edmund Bartlett says recovery is constrained by room shortages and airlift, but new connectivity includes enhanced regional links from Guadeloupe. Adventure Picks: A roundup highlights lesser-known Caribbean islands for adventure, including Vieques.

France–OECS Partnership: France’s ambassador to the OECS, Marie-Noëlle Duris, presented her Letters of Credence, underlining fresh cooperation on climate resilience, environment, education, agriculture, public health, and regional connectivity—an especially relevant message for French Caribbean islands like Guadeloupe. Airlift Watch for the Region: Jamaica’s tourism minister Edmund Bartlett says recovery is constrained by room supply and air capacity, but more flights are coming—including enhanced regional connectivity from Guadeloupe—aimed at keeping demand strong as hotels reopen. New Routes from Grand Case: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Grand Case Airport on July 1, beginning with small aircraft and aiming to expand by September, with a focus on links to Saba, Statia and possibly Curaçao. Luxury Sea Travel: Aman at Sea opened bookings for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), with calls including Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe. Dominica Summer Tourism Push: Discover Dominica Authority launched “Summer the Nature Island Way,” a set of eight curated itineraries designed to encourage longer stays and deeper exploring. Adventure Calendar: Dominica Bike Fest 2026 runs July 31–Aug 3, with a bigger four-day program and riders from across the Caribbean, including Guadeloupe.

Caribbean Air Access: Fly Dutch Caribbean will start operating from Guadeloupe’s Grand Case Airport (EDEIS) from July 1, initially with a six-seat Cessna 206 and plans to add more capacity by September—an opening that could boost links to Saba, Statia and possibly Curaçao. Lounge Upgrade for Travelers: Air Canada has opened a new premium Air Canada Café at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, adding a more comfortable pre-boarding stop for Canadians heading to Caribbean destinations including Guadeloupe. Luxury Sea Travel: Aman at Sea has opened bookings for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season—five- to eight-night autumn voyages from Nov. 21, 2027 to Jan. 2, 2028—featuring calls that include Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe. Tourism Demand Signals: Jamaica’s tourism minister Edmund Bartlett says more flights are coming as rooms return, with enhanced regional connectivity including from Guadeloupe. Dominica Summer Push: Dominica’s tourism board is rolling out “Summer the Nature Island Way,” a set of eight curated itineraries designed to encourage longer stays and deeper exploration. Adventure Calendar: Dominica Bike Fest 2026 runs July 31–Aug 3, with a bigger four-day program and riders expected from across the region, including Guadeloupe.

New Lounge for Caribbean Travelers: Air Canada is adding a premium Air Canada Café at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, built with Plaza Premium, with 97 seats, power and USB-C charging, and a more “grab a bite and relax” feel—another sign of growing Canadian demand for Caribbean getaways, including Guadeloupe. Regional Airlift Boost for Guadeloupe: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from EDEIS Grand Case Airport starting July 1, beginning with a six-seater Cessna 206 and aiming to expand by September; the move is seen as a way to open up Dutch Caribbean links (Saba, Statia, likely Curaçao) after slower service following Air Antilles’ loss, with talks also underway around traffic rights for Guadeloupe and Martinique. Luxury Sea Options with Guadeloupe Stops: Aman at Sea has opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (five- to eight-night autumn voyages, Nov. 21, 2027–Jan. 2, 2028), including Windward itineraries that feature Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe. More Ways to Sell Dominica Longer Stays: Discover Dominica Authority launched “Summer the Nature Island Way,” a seasonal set of eight curated itineraries for advisors designed to encourage longer trips and deeper exploring. Carnaval Cruise Idea: Carnival Cruise Line is promoting a 14-day “Carnival Journeys” itinerary timed for Carnaval season in 2028.

Regional Air Access: Fly Dutch Caribbean Airlines will start operating from EDEIS Grand Case Airport from July 1, initially with a six-seat Cessna 206, with plans to add more capacity by September—an effort to open up Dutch Caribbean links like Saba, Statia and likely Curaçao, and to explore further route talks including Guadeloupe/Martinique. Luxury Sea Travel: Aman at Sea has opened bookings for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (five- to eight-night autumn voyages, Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), with itineraries across the Leeward Islands, Windward Islands (including Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe), and the Dutch Caribbean. Tourism Demand & Flights: Jamaica’s tourism minister Edmund Bartlett says room recovery and airlift are improving, pointing to expanded connectivity that also includes enhanced regional links from Guadeloupe. Cargo & Connectivity: St Vincent announced Executive Air’s new regional cargo service, aimed at boosting tourism and helping local farmers export—connecting across a wide Caribbean network that includes Guadeloupe. Events for Travelers: Dominica Bike Fest 2026 runs July 31–Aug 3, with a bigger four-day program and international stunt riders, drawing visitors from across the region including Guadeloupe. Caribbean Travel Ideas: Discover Dominica Authority launched “Summer the Nature Island Way,” a set of eight curated itineraries designed to encourage longer stays and easier trip planning for advisors. Carnaval Cruise: Carnival Cruise Line is promoting a 2028 14-day Southern Caribbean Carnaval-focused itinerary, built around the region’s pre-Lenten celebrations.