AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLocal Tourism & Travel: A new Marella Cruises “Tropical Isles” itinerary is putting the spotlight on Ponce, Puerto Rico—calling it a “hidden gem” and pairing mountain coffee tours with cruise stops that also include the U.S. Virgin Islands. Cruise Industry & Infrastructure: West Indian Co. (WICO) says St. Thomas cruise traffic is strong, reporting 302 calls and 946,199 passengers through May 31, and projects fiscal 2027 growth to 362 calls and about 1.2m passengers; the company also moved forward on RFQs/RFPs for upland development and water system upgrades. Sports (USVI in the mix): In Davis Cup Americas Group play, Antigua and Barbuda open against the U.S. Virgin Islands, while T&T’s men secured promotion by beating the USVI 2-0. Caribbean Lifestyle: A travel piece highlights St. Croix’s Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge as a top beach stop for sea turtles and clear, uncrowded waters—plus strict seasonal access rules. Regional Spotlight: A Barbados tourism campaign points to “untapped demand” for Caribbean travel, especially from the U.S. diaspora.
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