AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCruise & Island Fun: Norwegian Cruise Line says its Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay will open Sept. 4, 2026, with day passes on sale starting today and optional private cabanas for up to six guests. Travel Advisories: The U.S. State Department updated its Caribbean travel advisory list, with most popular islands at Level 1–2 but some destinations flagged higher due to crime, unrest, or other risks. Aviation & Connectivity: ICAO’s top civil aviation directors meet in Antigua for the 14th NACC regional session, with officials stressing aviation as the lifeline for small island tourism economies. New Routes to the VI: United Airlines will launch the only nonstop Newark–St. Croix service this fall (starting Oct. 31), adding another direct gateway for U.S. travelers. Caribbean Week in New York: CTO’s Caribbean Week kicks off June 1 in Manhattan under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with regional tourism leaders, including VI representation, lining up strategy sessions and marketing talks. BVI Tourism Youth: The BVITBFC names 10 students for the June 4 Virgin Islands Junior Ambassador of Tourism competition, sending the winner to the CTO youth congress in Guyana. BVI Infrastructure: BVI’s West End Ferry Terminal redevelopment faces delays after bids came in well above budget, forcing redesigns.
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