AGP Executive Report

Tourism Demand Shift: Skift’s State of Travel 2026 report says travellers are increasingly choosing cultural immersion over adventure or luxury, with food and culinary experiences topping spend intentions (71%), a useful signal for Guadeloupe’s visitor economy. Retail & Branding: Monoprix is rolling out a new brand identity and store design in France, a reminder that retail refreshes can reshape footfall and consumer habits across the region. Cruise Promotions: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrades on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries for North America residents, potentially boosting demand for Caribbean-linked sailings. Travel Business Risk: UK holiday firm Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation and stopped taking bookings, highlighting how quickly travel operators can disappear after years of marketing. Regional Environment: Jamaica’s Kingston Harbour Cleanup is urging government-to-government talks to tackle plastic waste arriving from other islands, with Guadeloupe named among sources—an issue with direct implications for Caribbean coastal protection. Culture & Community: Dominica’s Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete marked its 10th anniversary, featuring regional performers including Guadeloupe artists, showing how music events keep tourism and local spending connected.

Tourism & Travel Deals: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrades on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries, letting guests book a balcony for the price of an ocean view on select sailings (book by Sept. 13, 2026). Local Business & Retail: Monoprix is rolling out a new brand identity and store design, signaling fresh investment by the French retail chain owned by Casino Group since 2013. Regional Culture & Economy: Dominica’s Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete wrapped up its 10th anniversary in Grand Bay, drawing major regional and international music acts and reinforcing tourism-linked event spending. Guadeloupe in the Spotlight: A new Expedia partnership puts livestream star IShowSpeed’s Caribbean travel on the map, with Guadeloupe included in his multi-island route—an example of how global platforms can drive destination visibility. Environmental Pressure on the Region: Jamaica’s Kingston Harbour Cleanup project is urging regional coordination to stop plastic waste arriving from other islands, including Guadeloupe, carried by currents and trade winds. Business Risk & Liquidation: UK travel firm Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation and says it will stop taking bookings, after 10 years serving holiday villages and resorts. Heritage & Trade Links: Historic Lybster House in Scotland is listed for sale, with the property’s history tied to military action in Guadeloupe—an unusual reminder of how past links can surface in today’s real estate market.

Caribbean Business & Travel: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrades on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries, letting North America residents book by Sept. 13, 2026 for select weeklong sailings from Aug. 2026 to May 2027. Retail & Local Economy: French retail chain Monoprix is rolling out a new brand identity and store design, signaling fresh investment after Casino Group full ownership since 2013. Guadeloupe in the Spotlight (Tourism/Media): Expedia is partnering with livestream star IShowSpeed as an official travel partner, with the creator previously racing across Dominica, Guadeloupe, St Kitts and Nevis, and St Maarten. Regional Environment: Jamaica is facing heavy foreign plastic waste along its eastern coastline, including items labeled from Guadeloupe and other islands; stakeholders are urging regional cooperation to stop transboundary pollution. Sports Tourism (Regional Inclusion): Jamaica will host the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games in November, with Guadeloupe confirmed among participating territories. Finance/Travel Industry Risk: UK holiday firm Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation and is no longer taking bookings, after years of operating trips across Europe. Politics & Decolonization: The International Decolonization Front adopted the “Corte Declaration,” condemning French colonial economic policies and alleged repression of activists.

Caribbean Identity in Focus: A new travel feature reminds readers that “the Caribbean” isn’t one place—each island has its own culture, landscapes and pace, from Trinidad’s wildlife and city energy to Tobago’s quieter, reef-lined beaches. Cruise Deals: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrades on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries for bookings made by Sept. 13, 2026, with select sailings running Aug. 2026–May 2027. Retail Branding: French grocery-fashion chain Monoprix is rolling out a revamped brand identity and new store design, signaling fresh momentum under Casino Group ownership. Regional Tourism & Culture: Dominica wrapped up its 10th Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete in Grand Bay (Aug. 7–10), featuring major Caribbean music acts including artists from across the region, including Guadeloupe. Travel Industry Stress Test: UK holiday operator Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation after 10 years and says it will stop taking bookings. Environment & Waste: Jamaica is facing a buildup of foreign plastic waste along its eastern coast, with labels linked to multiple islands including Guadeloupe, prompting calls for regional cooperation to tackle transboundary pollution. Sports Inclusion: Jamaica is preparing the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games (Nov. 18–22) with participation confirmed from Guadeloupe and other Caribbean territories.

Caribbean Identity & Tourism: A new feature reminds readers that “the Caribbean” isn’t one destination, but many islands with distinct cultures and landscapes—an angle that matters for regional travel demand and how visitors plan trips. Cruise Deals: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrade offers on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries for bookings through Sept. 13, 2026, targeting off-season travelers with balcony-for-ocean-view pricing on select sailings. Retail Branding: French grocery-fashion chain Monoprix is rolling out a refreshed brand identity and new store design, signaling continued investment by its parent group in lifestyle retail in France. Local Culture & Events: Dominica wrapped up its 10th Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete in Grand Bay, featuring major Caribbean music acts and a red-themed “People’s Fete,” with Guadeloupe talent among the lineup—good news for regional cultural tourism. Travel Partnerships (Youth Market): Expedia is partnering with livestream star IShowSpeed as an “official travel partner,” aiming to tap his massive global audience and boost travel interest. Business Risk in Travel: UK operator Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation after 10 years and is no longer taking bookings, a reminder of volatility in the holiday market. Environment & Regional Cooperation: Jamaica reports heavy foreign plastic waste piling up along its eastern coastline, including debris labeled from Guadeloupe and other islands; stakeholders are urging cross-island coordination to tackle transboundary marine litter. Sports Inclusion: Jamaica is set to host the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games in November, with Guadeloupe confirmed among participating territories—an inclusion-focused sports tourism boost. Decolonization Politics: An International Decolonization Front event in Corsica adopted the “Corte Declaration,” condemning French colonial economic policies and alleged repression of activists.

Regional Tourism & Retail: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrades on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries for North America bookings made by Sept. 13, 2026, with select weeklong sailings from Aug. 2026 to May 2027. Local Business & Travel Partnerships: Expedia is partnering with livestream star IShowSpeed as an “official travel partner,” aiming to tap his massive global audience—after he toured the Caribbean including Guadeloupe and nearby islands. Guadeloupe in the Spotlight (Culture): Dominica’s 10th Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fête in Grand Bay (Aug. 7-10, 2026) featured regional acts including Guadeloupe’s Gwada G, alongside Dominican bouyon figure Asa Bantan. Sports Tourism: Jamaica is set to host the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games (Nov. 18-22) with about 2,000 athletes, and Guadeloupe is confirmed among participating territories. Environment & Waste Management: Jamaica reports heavy foreign plastic waste on its eastern coastline, including debris labeled from Guadeloupe and other islands, urging regional cooperation to tackle transboundary marine pollution. Political Economy (Decolonization): An International Decolonization Front event in Corsica adopted the “Corte Declaration,” condemning French colonial exploitation mechanisms and related economic impacts. Business Risk (Travel Sector): UK holiday firm Firefly Holidays entered liquidation after 10 years and says it is no longer taking bookings.

Tourism & Retail: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrades on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries, letting North America travelers book a balcony for the price of an ocean view on select weeklong sailings from Aug. 2026 to May 2027. Local Business & Consumer Culture: French retailer Monoprix is rolling out a new brand identity and store design, signaling a push to blend groceries with fashion and pop-culture style under Casino Group ownership. Regional Travel Partnerships: Expedia is partnering with livestream star IShowSpeed as an official travel partner, using his massive social reach to drive youth-focused travel interest across the Caribbean. Corporate Restructuring: UK holiday operator Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation after 10 years and says it will stop taking bookings, leaving customers to seek advice rather than new trips. Environment & Waste Management: Jamaica is facing a surge of foreign plastic waste along its eastern coastline, including debris linked to products distributed in Guadeloupe and other Caribbean islands, raising calls for region-wide cooperation beyond national bans. Sports & Inclusion: Jamaica will host the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games (Nov. 18–22) with about 2,000 athletes, and Guadeloupe is confirmed among participating delegations. Anti-Colonial Politics: The International Decolonization Front adopted the “Corte Declaration” condemning French colonial exploitation mechanisms, including claims about economic policies and impacts on living costs and jobs.

Retail & Branding: French supermarket chain Monoprix has unveiled a revamped brand identity and is rolling out new store designs created by W Conran Design, signaling a push to blend grocery shopping with stronger pop-culture style. Regional Tourism & Partnerships: Expedia is partnering with livestream star IShowSpeed as its “official travel partner,” using his massive online audience to drive travel interest across the Caribbean. Business Restructuring: UK travel operator Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation after 10 years and says it will stop taking bookings, following a voluntary winding-up decision. Sports & Inclusion: Jamaica will host the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games (Nov 18–22) with about 2,000 athletes, and Guadeloupe is listed among confirmed delegations. Environment & Cross-Border Waste: Jamaica is facing a surge of plastic waste from other islands, including Guadeloupe, raising calls for regional cooperation on waste management beyond national borders. Decolonization & Policy: The International Decolonization Front adopted the “Corte Declaration,” condemning French colonial exploitation mechanisms and related economic and social impacts across overseas territories.

Aviation & Trade Links: Air France will launch a new nonstop Pointe-à-Pitre–Panama City route from 11 December 2026, twice weekly (Mondays/Fridays) until 5 March 2027, boosting connectivity for Guadeloupe with onward connections via COPA’s Panama hub across Central and South America. Tourism & Local Economy: Dominica’s 10th Annual Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete wrapped up in Grand Bay after four days (Aug 7–10), with a red-themed “People’s Fete” drawing regional and diaspora visitors and supporting hotels, guesthouses, restaurants, bars, transport and vendors. Regional Environment: Jamaica faces a growing plastic waste problem as foreign debris labeled from across the Caribbean—including Guadeloupe—piles up along St Thomas’ coast, prompting calls for region-wide cooperation and waste-management coordination beyond national borders. Sports Tourism: Jamaica is set to host the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games (Nov 18–22) in Montego Bay, with Guadeloupe confirmed among participating territories, expected to draw about 2,000 athletes and boost inclusive sports tourism.

Aviation & Trade Links: Air France will launch a new nonstop seasonal route between Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe) and Panama City starting 11 December 2026, twice weekly (Mondays/Fridays) until 5 March 2027, using an A320 with 170 seats and free high-speed Wi‑Fi for Flying Blue members—aimed at boosting connectivity across the French Caribbean and onward links via COPA’s Panama hub. Regional Environment: Jamaica is urging wider regional action after foreign plastic waste (Spanish and French labels) was found piling up along its eastern coastline, including debris linked to Guadeloupe and Martinique, raising concerns for marine life and the food chain. Sports Tourism: Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games are set for 18–22 November in Montego Bay, with Guadeloupe confirmed among participating territories—expected to draw about 2,000 athletes and support inclusive sports tourism. Culture & Identity: The International Decolonization Front adopted the “Corte Declaration” condemning French colonial exploitation mechanisms, including economic policies that drive unemployment and push young people to leave.

Air Connectivity: Air France will launch a new nonstop Pointe-à-Pitre–Panama City route from 11 December 2026, twice weekly (Mondays/Fridays) until 5 March 2027, using an A320 with 170 seats and free high-speed Wi‑Fi for Flying Blue members—aimed at boosting links across the French Caribbean and enabling onward connections via Copa’s Panama hub. Regional Tourism & Inclusion: Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games are set for 18–22 November at Harmony Beach Park, Montego Bay, with about 2,000 athletes and teams including Guadeloupe—positioned as a major sports tourism moment for the region. Transboundary Environment: Jamaica is facing a growing plastic-waste pile-up along its eastern coastline, with debris labeled from places including Guadeloupe and Martinique; stakeholders are urging regional cooperation and government-to-government engagement to tackle marine litter beyond national borders. Energy & Investment Signals: Ormat Technologies reported strong Q2 results, with energy storage revenues nearly tripling year-over-year, reinforcing momentum in renewables investment trends that can matter for Caribbean power planning. Business Watch: A UK holiday provider, Firefly Holidays, is moving into liquidation after a resolution on 4 August, highlighting ongoing travel-sector pressure from costs and market swings.

Air Connectivity: Air France will launch a new nonstop route between Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe) and Panama City from 11 December 2026, operating twice weekly (Mondays and Fridays outbound; Tuesdays and Saturdays return) with an A320 offering 170 seats, plus free high-speed Wi‑Fi for Flying Blue members—aimed at boosting French Caribbean links and onward connections via COPA’s Panama hub. Tourism & Inclusion: Jamaica is set to host the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games in November (18–22) at Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, with about 2,000 athletes and teams including Guadeloupe—expected to strengthen sports tourism and inclusion across the region. Regional Environment Watch: A surge of foreign plastic waste washed onto Jamaica’s eastern coastline is raising alarm for marine life and the food chain, with debris linked to products distributed across the wider Caribbean including Guadeloupe—pushing calls for cross-border waste management and cooperation. Energy Markets: Ormat Technologies reported Q2 2026 results showing 10.6% revenue growth and a sharp jump in energy storage revenues (nearly tripling), supported by new capacity and pricing—another signal of momentum in renewables investment.

Air Connectivity: Air France will launch a new nonstop Pointe-à-Pitre–Panama City route from 11 December 2026, twice weekly (Mondays/Fridays outbound; Tuesdays/Saturdays return), using an A320 with 170 seats and free high-speed Wi‑Fi for Flying Blue members. Geothermal Development: Albioma has been granted an exclusive five-year geothermal exploration permit for the “Sud-Soufrière” site in Guadeloupe (62 km² across five municipalities), with drilling still requiring a separate permit and prefecture environmental authorization. Tourism & Sports: Guadeloupe is confirmed among the Caribbean delegations for Jamaica’s inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games in Montego Bay (Nov. 18–22), expected to bring about 2,000 athletes and boost regional sports tourism. Aviation Traffic Watch: Jamaica’s Montego Bay airport saw a sharp July 2026 passenger drop in a report tied to Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, while other Caribbean-linked figures were mixed. Energy Markets: Ormat Technologies reported Q2 2026 results with 10.6% revenue growth and a near tripling of energy storage revenues, supported by pricing and new capacity. Regional Environment Alert: A surge of foreign plastic waste on Jamaica’s eastern coast—linked to currents and trade winds—highlights the need for cross-border waste management across the Caribbean.

Air Connectivity: Air France will launch a new nonstop Pointe-à-Pitre–Panama City route from 11 December 2026, twice weekly (Mondays/Fridays outbound; Tuesdays/Saturdays return), boosting French Caribbean links and onward connections via Copa’s Panama hub. Aviation Demand: Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP) reported July 2026 passenger traffic trends, with Montego Bay down 26.6% year-on-year while other regional airports showed mixed results. Renewable Energy: Albioma has been granted Guadeloupe’s exclusive Sud-Soufrière geothermal exploration permit for five years (62 km² across several municipalities), with drilling still requiring separate environmental authorization. Energy Markets: Ormat Technologies posted Q2 2026 results showing 10.6% revenue growth and a surge in energy storage revenues, alongside guidance updates. Tourism & Community: Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games are set for 18–22 November in Montego Bay, with Guadeloupe among confirmed delegations and an expected 2,000 participants. Environment: A report highlights foreign plastic waste piling up along Jamaica’s coast, stressing that marine litter is a regional problem that needs cross-border waste management.

Air Connectivity: Air France will launch a new nonstop Pointe-à-Pitre–Panama City route from 11 December 2026, twice weekly, boosting links for Guadeloupe travellers via Panama’s COPA hub. Aviation Numbers: Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico reported July 2026 passenger traffic changes: Kingston up 2.9% while Montego Bay fell 26.6% versus last year. Energy & Industry: Albioma has been granted Guadeloupe’s exclusive Sud-Soufrière geothermal exploration permit for five years (62 km² across several communes), with drilling still requiring separate environmental authorization. Renewables Finance: Ormat Technologies posted Q2 results with total revenue up 10.6% and energy storage revenues nearly tripling, supported by new capacity and pricing. Tourism & Community: Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games are set for 18–22 November in Montego Bay, with Guadeloupe confirmed among participating territories. Environment: A surge of foreign plastic waste is washing onto Jamaica’s eastern coast, including debris linked to the wider Caribbean—an issue that regional waste management efforts will need to tackle together.

Air Connectivity: Air France will launch a new nonstop Pointe-à-Pitre–Panama City route from 11 Dec 2026, twice weekly (Mon/Fri outbound; Tue/Sat return) with A320 service and free Wi‑Fi for Flying Blue members, aiming to boost links across the French Caribbean and onward connections via Copa’s Panama hub. Geothermal & Energy: Guadeloupe’s Sud-Soufrière geothermal exploration permit has been granted to Albioma for five years after a tender, covering 62 km² across several communes; drilling still requires separate environmental authorization. Tourism & Travel Demand: Air traffic data show regional momentum: while Jamaica’s Montego Bay figures fell sharply in July, the broader Caribbean travel picture remains active, and the new Air France route adds to the connectivity push. Business Finance: Ormat Technologies reported Q2 results with 10.6% revenue growth and a surge in energy storage revenues (nearly tripling), supported by pricing and new capacity—another signal of investment interest in renewables. Regional Community & Inclusion: Guadeloupe is confirmed among participating territories for the inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games in Jamaica (18–22 Nov), expected to draw about 2,000 athletes and boost sports tourism. Environment Watch: A report flags foreign plastic waste piling up along Jamaica’s coast, including debris linked to the wider Caribbean—raising pressure for cross-border waste management.