AGP Executive Report

Air Connectivity: BermudAir is expanding its winter Caribbean and Central America network, including new/expanded service to Turks & Caicos, Belize and Guatemala, plus added Anguilla flights from key U.S. gateways. Airport Development: Nevis has broken ground on a multi-million-dollar expansion at Vance W. Amory International Airport, aiming to boost air access and tourism growth. Anguilla Events: Wet Fete 2026 returns on July 31 at Landsome Bowl Cultural Centre with a buoyon, soca and live-band lineup featuring artists from across the region including Anguilla. Community Tourism: OECS is pushing community-based tourism as a growth engine, training member states to build stronger local tourism policies so communities become primary beneficiaries. Luxury Travel: Four Seasons Yachts will add two private island experiences—Beach Day at Prickly Pear (Anguilla) and access to the Yacht Club at Norman’s Cay (Bahamas)—for the 2026–27 season. More Flights to the Region: JetBlue will add daily Fort Lauderdale–Princess Juliana flights from July 9, improving connections for St. Maarten and nearby islands like Anguilla.

Airport & Connectivity: Nevis has broken ground on a multi-million-dollar expansion of Vance W. Amory International Airport, aiming to boost air traffic and strengthen tourism. Anguilla Events: Wet Fete 2026 returns July 31 at Landsome Bowl Cultural Centre with buoyon and soca acts from across the region, including Anguilla performers and international bands. Luxury Stays & Experiences: Four Seasons Yachts is adding two private-island day experiences for its Caribbean season—Beach Day at Prickly Pear (Anguilla) and access to the Yacht Club at Norman’s Cay (Bahamas). Community Tourism Push: OECS is training member states on community-based tourism, backed by the EU’s 11th EDF, to help locals become primary beneficiaries. Air Service Updates: BermudAir expands winter flying with more routes to Turks and Caicos and increased Anguilla service, while Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport starting July 1. Tech for Travelers: BRDRS is rolling out a “super app” for travelers across Africa and the Caribbean, now active in Anguilla.

Luxury Access for Anguilla: Four Seasons Yachts is rolling out a “Beach Day at Prickly Pear” for its 2026–27 Caribbean season, with guests arriving by dedicated tender and enjoying a full beach setup plus barbecue and DJ/tiki-bar vibes. Regional Tourism Skills: OECS tourism officials met in Saint Lucia (June 9–11) to train member states on community-based tourism policy and national action planning, backed by the EU’s 11th EDF RIGHT programme. More Flights to the Dutch Caribbean: JetBlue will add daily Fort Lauderdale–Princess Juliana flights from July 9, boosting connections for travelers heading to St. Maarten and nearby islands including Anguilla. Anguilla Air Connectivity: Fly Dutch Caribbean will begin operating from Grand Case Airport on July 1, starting with small aircraft and aiming to expand links to Saba/Statia and potentially Curaçao, with talks also mentioned with Anguilla Air Services. Anguilla Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the top Caribbean beach in The World’s 50 Best Beaches 2026, ranking sixth globally.

Air Access: JetBlue will add daily Fort Lauderdale–Princess Juliana flights from July 9, boosting options for St. Maarten visitors who often connect onward to Anguilla. More Routes for the Region: BermudAir expands its winter schedule with new nonstop service to Turks and Caicos and additional flights to Anguilla from key US gateways. Anguilla Hospitality Spotlight: ÀNI Private Resorts confirms a January 2027 opening for ÀNI Shoal Bay, a 15-suite exclusive-use beachfront retreat on Anguilla’s north coast. Cruise Interest in Anguilla: Four Seasons Yachts is set to add a Beach Day at Prickly Pear in Anguilla as part of new Caribbean private island experiences. Beach Buzz: Shoal Bay East is named among the world’s best beaches for 2026, with judges citing its peaceful stretches and standout snorkeling vibes. Local Youth & Skills: ECCB’s free 2026 STEM Camp (starting July 6) includes Anguilla among the participating ECCU territories.

Air Connectivity: JetBlue will add daily Fort Lauderdale–Princess Juliana flights from July 9, with three extra weekly services to boost summer travel to St. Maarten (and connections for nearby islands including Anguilla). Anguilla Hospitality: ÀNI Private Resorts confirms the January 2027 opening of ÀNI Shoal Bay, a 15-suite exclusive-use beachfront retreat on Anguilla’s north coast. Top Beach Buzz: Shoal Bay East has been named the best beach in the Caribbean for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide), praised for its calm waters, soft sand, and laid-back beach-bar vibe. Regional Flights: BermudAir expands winter service with new nonstop options to Turks and Caicos and added Anguilla flights from BWI. Cruise Interest: Aman at Sea opens bookings for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean voyages (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), including a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla. Tech & Skills: ECCB announces a free 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6, open to youth across ECCU member territories including Anguilla.

Maritime Safety Legacy: A new Caribbean historical feature revisits the 1970 MV Christena Commission of Inquiry, detailing what caused the ferry disaster, what could have prevented it, and the sweeping reforms that reshaped Eastern Caribbean maritime safety. Anguilla Luxury Growth: ÀNI Private Resorts announces the January 2027 opening of ÀNI Shoal Bay, a 15-suite exclusive-use beachfront retreat on Anguilla’s north coast, built for one group at a time with a 1:1 staff-to-guest model. Top Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East is named the best Caribbean beach for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s 50 Best Beaches, praised for calm water, powdery sand, and serene vibes. Air Access Boost: BermudAir expands winter service with more Anguilla flights and additional Caribbean routes, while Trans Anguilla Airways goes live on global distribution systems to make bookings easier for travel advisors. Family-Friendly Tech: ECCB launches a free 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6, open to youth across ECCU member territories including Anguilla.

Luxury Resorts: ÀNI Private Resorts is set to open ÀNI Shoal Bay in January 2027 on Anguilla’s northern coast, a 15-suite, exclusive-use beachfront retreat built for multigenerational stays, celebrations and retreats with a dedicated 1:1 staff-to-guest setup. Aviation & Access: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable via Global Distribution Systems, making it easier for travel advisors and visitors to plan multi-island trips across the Eastern Caribbean. Top Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the best beach in the Caribbean for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s Best Beaches, praised for calm water, powdery sand, and a serene feel even at peak popularity. Regional Connectivity: BermudAir expands its winter schedule with additional service to Anguilla and new nonstop options to Turks and Caicos, supporting more direct travel into the region. Tourism Recognition: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla has been recognized in Condé Nast Traveller’s inaugural Triple Crown Awards, alongside other top global properties.

Anguilla in the spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the best beach in the Caribbean for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide), praised for powdery white sand, calm turquoise water, and a serene feel even in peak season—great news for travelers planning beach time and snorkeling. Air access for the region: BermudAir is expanding its winter schedule with new nonstop service to Turks and Caicos from BWI plus more flights to Anguilla, while also adding routes across the wider Caribbean—more options for island-hopping. Inter-island booking gets easier: Trans Anguilla Airways is now live on Global Distribution Systems, making it simpler for travel agents and travelers to search and book flights internationally. Local aviation update (St. Martin/Anguilla link): Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport starting July 1, with plans to grow aircraft capacity and explore further regional connections, including potential future links to Anguilla. Luxury travel buzz: Aman at Sea has opened bookings for its inaugural Caribbean itineraries on Amangati (Nov 2027–Jan 2028), including a stop at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla. Tourism support via events: St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank is sponsoring the Nevis Mango Festival (July 2–5), highlighting culture, local food, and visitor draw.

Air Access for Anguilla: BermudAir is expanding its winter schedule, adding more nonstop options from Baltimore-Washington (BWI) to Anguilla—now twice weekly—plus continued service to Bermuda, with additional one-stop connections from the Tampa Bay area and Toronto. More Caribbean Routes: The same winter rollout brings new BermudAir nonstop service to Turks and Caicos and expanded service to Belize, boosting direct travel choices for the wider region. Local Booking Boost: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable through Global Distribution Systems, making it easier for travel agents and visitors to search and reserve inter-island flights. Anguilla Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the top Caribbean beach for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide) in The World’s Best Beaches ranking—highlighting its calm water, powdery sand, and laid-back beach-bar vibe. Regional Tourism Context: A new report points to St. Maarten as the Caribbean’s fastest-rising couples destination, reflecting ongoing demand for romance, wellness, and two-person getaways.

Air Access: BermudAir is beefing up winter service from BWI with new weekly nonstop flights to Turks and Caicos (starting Dec 24) plus expanded Anguilla service to twice weekly, with Monday flights running Dec 21–May 3, 2027 and Thursday flights (also starting Dec 24) continuing through Apr 29, 2027. Top Beach Buzz: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla has been named the best beach in the Caribbean for 2026 and No. 6 worldwide, praised for powdery white sand, calm water, and a serene feel even in peak season. Luxury Travel: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla and The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman have earned inaugural Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown recognition, marking a major win for Caribbean luxury hospitality. Cruise Planning: Aman at Sea has opened bookings for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), including a Leeward Islands itinerary with a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla. Regional Policy: OECS leaders agreed to raise the retirement age for Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges from 65 to 70.

Top Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla has been named the best beach in the Caribbean for 2026, ranking No. 6 worldwide, praised for powdery white sand, calm water, and a serene feel even in peak season. Air Access Update: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport starting July 1, initially with smaller aircraft, with plans to expand—plus talks about potential links to Anguilla. Inter-Island Booking Boost: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable via Global Distribution Systems, making flights easier for international travel agents and travelers to find. Luxury Cruise Interest: Aman at Sea has opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), with itineraries calling at Anguilla’s Prickly Pear Cay among other Antilles stops. Regional Youth Tech: ECCB will host a free 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6 for ages 14–18 across ECCU member territories, including Anguilla. Legal Governance: OECS leaders agreed to raise the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges’ retirement age from 65 to 70.

Anguilla Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the best beach in the Caribbean for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s Best Beaches, praised for powdery white sand, calm water, snorkeling, and a serene feel despite popularity. Air Connectivity: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable via Global Distribution Systems, making it easier for travel advisors and visitors to find and reserve inter-island flights. Regional Flights: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport starting July 1, with early small aircraft plans and hopes to expand—plus talks about potential links to Anguilla. Luxury Cruise Bookings: Aman at Sea opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), including a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla. Tourism & Policy Watch: OECS leaders agreed to raise the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges’ retirement age from 65 to 70, citing recruitment challenges. STEM for Youth: ECCB’s free 2026 STEM Camp runs July 6 for ages 14–18 across ECCU territories, including Anguilla.

Judicial Reform in the OECS: OECS leaders have agreed to raise the retirement age for Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges from 65 to 70, aiming to ease recruitment challenges as experienced judges retire. Air Access for Anguilla Travelers: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable on Global Distribution Systems, making it easier for travel agents and visitors to find and reserve inter-island flights. New Regional Flight Options: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport starting July 1, with plans to expand aircraft seating over time and connect the Dutch Caribbean route network. Luxury Cruise Interest: Aman at Sea has opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (five- to eight-night autumn voyages from Nov. 21, 2027 to Jan. 2, 2028), including a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla. Anguilla Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the top Caribbean beach for 2026 and No. 6 worldwide, praised for calm waters, powdery sand, and laid-back beach bars. STEM for Youth Across the Region: The ECCB will host its 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6, a free four-week program for ages 14–18 across ECCU member territories including Anguilla.

Anguilla Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the Caribbean’s top beach for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s 50 Best Beaches, praised for powdery white sand, calm water, and a serene feel even in peak season. Air Access: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable on Global Distribution Systems, a big boost for travel agents and international travelers planning multi-island trips. Luxury Travel: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla and The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman have earned inaugural Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown recognition—Hot List, Gold List, and Readers’ Choice. Regional Connectivity: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport starting July 1, with plans to expand aircraft seating over time. Tech & Youth: The ECCB will host a free 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6 for ages 14–18 across ECCU territories, including Anguilla. Governance Update: OECS leaders agreed to raise the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges’ retirement age from 65 to 70. Cruise Buzz: Aman at Sea has opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean autumn voyages (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), including a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla.

Judicial Reform in the OECS: OECS leaders agreed to raise the retirement age for Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges from 65 to 70, citing recruitment challenges when judges leave at 65. Air Access for Anguilla Travelers: Fly Dutch Caribbean will begin operating from Grand Case Airport on July 1, starting with small aircraft and aiming to expand by September—an added option for Dutch Caribbean links, with Anguilla Air Services also discussed. Booking Boost for Regional Flights: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable via Global Distribution Systems, making it easier for travel advisors and visitors to find and reserve inter-island flights. Anguilla Beach in the Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named the best beach in the Caribbean for 2026 (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s Best Beaches, praised for calm water, powdery sand, and a serene feel. Luxury Cruise Interest: Aman at Sea opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season (Nov 21, 2027–Jan 2, 2028), including a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla. STEM for Youth Across the ECCU: ECCB will host its 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6, a free four-week program for ages 14–18 across ECCU member territories including Anguilla.

Air Access & Connectivity: JetBlue is adding more July nonstop options from Fort Lauderdale to Aruba, St. Maarten, and Santo Domingo, giving Caribbean travelers more daily departure choices and better flexibility if plans get disrupted. Cruise Bookings (Aman at Sea/Amangati): Aman at Sea has opened reservations for Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean season—five- to eight-night autumn voyages running Nov. 21, 2027 to Jan. 2, 2028—starting from Saint John’s, Antigua, and moving through the Leeward, Windward, and Dutch Caribbean, with a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla. Anguilla Spotlight (Beaches): Shoal Bay East has been named the top beach in the Caribbean for 2026 and No. 6 worldwide, praised for powdery sand, calm water, and a serene feel despite popularity. Regional Travel Business: Trans Anguilla Airways is now bookable via Global Distribution Systems, helping travel advisors and tour operators access and sell inter-island flights more easily. STEM for Youth: The ECCB will host a free 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6 for ages 14–18 across ECCU member territories, including Anguilla. Tourism Support (Cargo): St. Vincent’s Argyle International Airport announced Executive Air’s new regional cargo service aimed at boosting tourism supply chains and helping farmers export more easily.