AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoLuxury Travel Push: Limitless Sky Partners with Blue Ocean Club to sell seamless sea-to-sky private jet + superyacht itineraries, with one advisor handling the full trip. Tourism Policy & Tax: PM Gaston Browne says about 130 people have signed up for the UWI Five Islands law programme, while also questioning ABST’s structure after claiming hotels can offset big tax take with input credits. Resort Expansion Watch: Sandals agrees to pay Antigua and Barbuda $6.5m in a tax settlement as it plans a major Grande Antigua expansion adding 100+ rooms and new overwater bungalows. Jolly Beach Update: Browne says $13.5m in upgrades are coming to Jolly Beach Resort, including new conference capacity for up to 500. New Public Attraction: “Peace Beach” at Barnacle Point is planned as a public beach and artificial reef project tied to marine conservation and conflict resolution ahead of CHOGM 2026. Hospitality Inclusivity: Pineapple Beach Club Antigua and The Verandah Resort and Spa publicly reaffirm LGBTQIA+ welcome during Pride Month. Cruise Growth Angle: PM Browne says Club Med and TUI are among parties interested in acquiring Jolly Beach, but government wants to avoid losing too many rooms. Global Recognition: Hermitage Bay Antigua earns Condé Nast Traveler’s inaugural Triple Crown. Blue Economy Leadership: Antigua and Barbuda appoints marine scientist Dr. Deborah Brosnan as Special Envoy for coastal resilience and the ocean economy. CHOGM Prep: Cabinet reports steady CHOGM 2026 progress, with strong international accommodation and travel planning underway.
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