Tourism Leadership: Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority appoints Charmaine Spencer as Chief Marketing Officer and Shermain Jeremy as Director of Tourism for the Caribbean and Latin America, as stay-over arrivals reportedly rose 7% in Q1 2026. Market Push: At CHTA Marketplace, St. Kitts Tourism Authority CEO Kelly Fontenelle said she’s targeting Latin America, highlighting connectivity and airline partnerships—an approach Antigua will likely watch closely. Connectivity Boost: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes sign an interline deal for single-ticket, through-checked itineraries across the Eastern Caribbean and onward to Europe. Short-Term Rentals: CHTA releases a comprehensive framework urging smarter regulation of Caribbean short-term rentals to balance growth with oversight. Fort James Overhaul: Cabinet takes over Fort James Beach redevelopment, including shoreline protection and plans to reclaim about three acres for a larger leisure and events district, setting aside a Royal Caribbean beach club proposal. On-the-Ground Updates: All Saints Road gets an overnight detour for major works. Culture & Calendar: Antigua promotes heritage and Carnival during Caribbean Week in New York, while the Festivals Commission Board is sworn in to oversee Antigua Carnival and the One Nation Festival. Resort Spotlight: The Verandah Antigua launches a Pickleball Pro Series (June 8–17) with pro clinics and camps. Safety Note: Police investigate a wounding and robbery of two vessel crew members near Heritage Quay.