AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAviation & Tourism Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines’ withdrawal from St Kitts and Nevis is sparking concern after Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson said the government wasn’t consulted; officials say talks with another airline are underway to protect regional links. Regional Travel Reality Check: A new LIAT 2020–Air Caraïbes interline deal (from June 1) lets passengers book through-tickets with checked baggage as Caribbean Airlines exits key markets—another sign of shifting routes across the region. Tobago Carnival Build-Up: Tobago kicks off its 5th annual Carnival (Oct 30–Nov 1) with a beach launch at Pigeon Point, themed “Mud, Mas and Music,” featuring major soca acts and tourism leadership. Beach Safety & Local Crime: In Tobago, police seized a Glock pistol, ammunition, and cannabis during separate operations, including a robbery attempt at Back Bay Beach that was stopped by a beachgoer. Green Funding Pressure: Reports say less than 1% of the Green Fund has been disbursed over a decade, with NGOs warning of funding shortfalls—an issue for conservation tourism. Jet Ski Rules at Pigeon Point: A court ruling keeps an injunction in place but outlines conditional access with nine restrictions, shaping how visitors enjoy Pigeon Point and Buccoo Reef.
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