AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSustainable STR push: The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has released a Comprehensive Short-Term Rental Framework aimed at helping destinations benefit from booming demand while tightening oversight, visitor safety, and community protection—positioning STRs as “balanced growth” rather than a retreat. Tourism visibility race: Puerto Rico and Jamaica are leading the Caribbean’s official destination social media push, but the bigger growth bet may be on creators and diaspora storytellers turning island identity into global attention. Safety spotlight: Aruba has been named the safest Caribbean destination for 2026, with record tourism momentum tied to stronger security and regulated visitor services. Local culture funding call: Saint Lucian music duo Lu City is urging more studios, school music programming, and funding after their Jazz Festival performance. Regional connectivity: LIAT Air says it’s already in talks with ferry operator L’Express des Iles to link air and sea travel across islands like Dominica and St. Lucia. Crime and justice: Saint Lucia’s homicide count rose to 32 after a shooting near Black Mallet Gap, following a deadly Marchand double homicide.
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