Aviation & Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline deal starting June 1, letting passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage—aimed at smoother multi-island travel between the Eastern Caribbean and Europe via Antigua. Luxury Tourism Boost: Antigua broke ground on the US$200M Long Bay Zen Resort, with Prime Minister Gaston Browne pitching ultra-luxury positioning and higher pay for hotel workers; Hodges Bay Resort & Spa also earned a spot on Caribbean Journal’s 2026 Cool List. Regional Aviation Oversight: ECCAA opened an expanded headquarters complex at V.C. Bird International Airport to strengthen safety and security oversight, alongside progress toward FAA Category 1 status. Border & Health Precautions: Antigua tightened Ebola-related border measures, including halting visa waivers for African travelers and requiring fuller travel histories; health officials say Ebola risk to Montserrat remains low while monitoring malaria reports. Tourism Promotion: Causion filmed a new June release campaign video, “Feels Like I’m Dreaming,” with Elite Island Resorts, as Antigua Tourism Authority data shows strong 2025 visitor numbers. Caribbean Events: Caribbean Week returns to New York June 1 with CTO leadership and regional tourism ministers, under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Sports Spotlight: Cricket West Indies named Hayley Matthews’ 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup squad, with Antigua’s Shawnisha Hector also celebrating her West Indies selection.