Cruise Tourism Boost: Rhapsody of the Seas made its first 2026 summer call to St. Kitts’ Port Zante, bringing about 2,360 passengers and kicking off nine scheduled visits that keep cruise demand strong even in the off-season. CHOGM Prep & Sports Facilities: Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister Michael Freeland and High Commissioner Karen-Mae Hill inspected the Potters Playing Field redevelopment, with three new hard courts (basketball, netball, volleyball) and covered seating for about 225 each, as work pushes toward completion ahead of CHOGM in November. Visa Pressure on Tourism Leaders: A U.S. visa renewal denial for newly elected CHTA president Gregor Nassief (and reports of his wife) is raising alarms across the region about tightening U.S. access tied to citizenship-by-investment screening. Public Health Advisory: Trinidad and Tobago activated precautionary Ebola measures, advising against travel to affected countries and adding enhanced screening for arrivals. Tourism Marketing Push: Air Peace is promoting Antigua and Barbuda to Nigerian travelers ahead of direct service, spotlighting major attractions to drive West African bookings. Safety at Sea: Police are investigating the death of a 59-year-old U.S. visitor who became unresponsive during a scuba dive near North Sound. Sustainability & Infrastructure: Minister Rawdon Turner met Sustainable Markets Initiative representatives, focusing on sewage treatment upgrades in St. John’s and broader development priorities ahead of CHOGM.