AGP Executive Report

Anguilla Tourism & Culture: The Anguilla Tourist Board has launched its 2026 summer push, “Taste. Feel. Live.”, pairing the campaign with the Xcape App to drive year-round visits and spotlight local food, culture, festivals, boat racing, and community experiences beyond the beach. Regional Marine Conservation: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt marine conservation programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone—joining Anguilla, Turks and Caicos, and the Cayman Islands among Caribbean UK Overseas Territories. Sports & Community Spotlight: Anguilla is set to face La Clery from Saint Lucia in the CFU Club Shield first round, with the tournament also acting as a qualifier for the Concacaf Caribbean Cup. Broadcast & Fan Experience: Rush Sports is gearing up for expanded 2026 World Cup coverage across multiple Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, aiming to make viewing more interactive for fans. Governance & Public Life: Cayman hosted the 5th Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference, with discussions ranging from AI in legislatures to constitutional reform and democratic accountability. Defense Commemoration: St. Kitts and Nevis marked the June 10, 1967 coup attempt with a new digital combat uniform launch and a federation-wide march.

Tourism & Culture: The Anguilla Tourist Board has launched its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Anguilla: Taste. Feel. Live.”, rolling out the Xcape app to boost visitor engagement and push Anguilla as a year-round destination, spotlighting local food, festivals, boat racing, heritage celebrations, and live entertainment. Regional Tourism Spotlight: Anguilla’s tourism leadership is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5), joining CTO discussions under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to strengthen partnerships and market the island to global travel trade. Sports & Entertainment: Rush Sports is preparing expanded World Cup viewing across 13 Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, with plans to carry all 104 matches in most territories and a split arrangement in Jamaica. Environment & Heritage: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, a marine conservation push that also includes Anguilla, aiming to strengthen marine governance, fisheries management, and marine protected areas. Wellness Travel Trend: A new wellness-travel roundup argues the region is moving beyond resort spas toward wellness built into daily life, communities, and residential developments.

Anguilla Tourism: The Anguilla Tourist Board rolled out its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Taste. Feel. Live.”, pushing year-round visits via food, culture, festivals, boat racing, and the new Xcape App to deepen visitor engagement. Caribbean Week in New York: Anguilla’s tourism delegation is in New York for CTO’s Caribbean Week (June 1–5), aiming to strengthen partnerships and keep Anguilla on the global travel radar. Marine Conservation: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, and the list includes Anguilla—good news for marine governance, sustainable fisheries, and future Marine Protected Areas. Travel Access: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, including renewed/expanded service to Anguilla and easier connections via Turks and Caicos—more options for visitors flying in from North America. Wellness Travel Trend: A global wellness roundup highlights how wellness is moving beyond resort spas into homes, communities, and everyday life—matching the kind of experiences Anguilla is pitching. Sports & Entertainment: Rush Sports is promising expanded World Cup viewing across multiple Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, with plans to bring fans closer to the action. Local Culture: Anguilla Day celebrations (59th) brought a big community turnout with police-led marching bands and speeches focused on legacy and tomorrow’s priorities.

Tourism Campaign: The Anguilla Tourist Board has launched its 2026 summer push, “Anguilla: Taste. Feel. Live.”, with the new Xcape App to help visitors connect with local food, culture, festivals, boat racing, and live entertainment—aimed at boosting year-round stays and easing seasonality. Regional Tourism Push: Anguilla is also sending a high-level ATB delegation to Caribbean Week in New York (June 1–5) to strengthen trade ties and promote the island under the “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” theme. Marine Conservation: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, committing to stronger marine governance, sustainable fisheries, and more Marine Protected Areas—alongside Anguilla as a participating territory. Wellness Travel Trend: A global wellness report highlights how wellness is moving beyond resort spas into homes, communities, and everyday life—good news for travelers seeking deeper, lifestyle-based escapes. Sports & Entertainment: Rush Sports says it’s gearing up for expansive World Cup viewing across 13 Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, with plans to carry all matches in most territories. Local Culture: Anguilla Day celebrations drew big crowds at Webster Park, with community marching, police-led bands, and leaders spotlighting plans for ports, water, renewable energy, and fisheries.

Anguilla Tourism Spotlight: The Anguilla Tourist Board has launched its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Taste. Feel. Live.”, rolling out the Xcape App to help visitors connect with local food, culture, festivals, boat racing, and live entertainment—aimed at boosting summer arrivals and reducing seasonality. Regional Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Minister of Health, Tourism and Sports Cardigan Connor and ATB leaders are in New York for Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5), joining CTO talks under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Air Access for Island Hoppers: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, including new nonstop service to Anguilla from Newark and Baltimore, plus added Turks and Caicos and Belize links—good news for travelers seeking easier Caribbean getaways. Marine Conservation Tie-In: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, strengthening marine governance and fisheries management; the programme also includes Anguilla among participating territories. Sports & Culture: Anguilla Day celebrations drew strong community turnout at Webster Park, while regional sports coverage highlights Haiti’s women’s 2-1 comeback win over New Zealand.

Anguilla Tourism Spotlight: The Anguilla Tourist Board rolled out its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Anguilla: Taste. Feel. Live.”, pushing year-round visits via the new Xcape App and a focus on local food, culture, festivals, boat racing, and live entertainment. Caribbean Week Buzz (NYC): A high-level ATB delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5) under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to strengthen tourism partnerships and boost Anguilla’s visibility. Travel & Access: BermudAir is expanding winter Caribbean routes, including seasonal service to Anguilla with added nonstop options via Newark and Baltimore, plus new Belize and Turks and Caicos flights. Local Community Pride: Anguilla Day celebrations drew strong crowds at Webster Park, with Premier Cora Richardson Hodge highlighting plans for ports, water, renewable energy, and fisheries. Regional Context: The VI urged the UN to advance decolonisation for remaining territories, keeping self-government discussions in the spotlight.

Caribbean Week Buzz: Anguilla’s Tourist Board sent a high-level delegation (including Minister Cardigan Connor and ATB Director Jameel Rochester) to Caribbean Week in New York 2026, running June 1–5 under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” as tourism leaders push connectivity and new visitor demand. World Cup Viewing Plans: Rush Sports is gearing up a region-wide World Cup broadcast push, holding rights across 13 Caribbean markets including Anguilla, aiming to make fans “touch and feel” the action. Anguilla Day Culture: Webster Park came alive for Anguilla Day 59th celebrations with police-led marching groups, steel band music, and a packed crowd featuring Governor Julia Crouch and Premier Cora Richardson Hodge. Wellness Travel Shift: A Global Wellness Summit survey highlights how wellness is moving from resort spas into everyday living—private clubs, medical centers, and communities designed around recovery and restorative sleep. Travel Access Update: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, adding Turks and Caicos and Belize from multiple U.S. cities and resuming/expanding seasonal service to Anguilla. Sports Spotlight: Haiti’s women beat New Zealand 2-1 in Spain, with Melchie Dumornay setting up both goals, as the team ramps up for 2027 World Cup qualifiers.

Caribbean Sports Buzz: Haiti’s women’s national team completed a strong comeback, beating New Zealand 2-1 in Málaga, Spain, with Lourdjina Etienne scoring the winner in the 47th minute and Melchie Dumornay setting up both goals—another morale boost ahead of the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifying phase. Anguilla on the Regional Stage: A high-level Anguilla Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5), with Minister Cardigan Connor and ATB leaders pushing Anguilla’s “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” message to tourism partners and media. World Cup Viewing Plans: Rush Sports says it’s gearing up a Caribbean-wide World Cup broadcast push, holding rights across 13 markets including Anguilla, aiming to make fans feel part of the action. Travel & Flights: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, adding Turks and Caicos and Belize from multiple U.S. cities and resuming/expanding seasonal service to Anguilla, with St. Pete-Clearwater getting new international options. Local Culture Spotlight: Anguilla Day celebrations drew strong turnout, with leaders highlighting the island’s legacy and future priorities across ports, water, renewable energy, and community facilities.

Caribbean Tourism Spotlight: Anguilla’s Tourist Board is sending a high-level delegation—led by Minister Cardigan Connor—to Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5) under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” joining regional ministers and trade partners to push connectivity and market growth. World Cup Viewing Plans: Rush Sports (Caribbean Premier Sports Limited) says it’s gearing up a full regional World Cup experience, holding rights across 13 markets including Anguilla, with 104 matches carried in most territories. Air Access Boost: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, adding Turks and Caicos and Belize from multiple U.S. cities and resuming/expanding seasonal service to Anguilla, including new nonstop options via Newark and Baltimore. Anguilla in the Spotlight: Shoal Bay East has been named No. 1 in North America (and No. 6 worldwide) in The World’s Best Beaches rankings, reinforcing Anguilla’s beach brand. Anguilla Day Energy: Anguilla Day celebrations drew strong turnout at Webster Park, with leaders highlighting progress in health, education, agriculture, and plans for ports, water, renewables, and fisheries. Regional Governance & Culture: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court announced the appointment of Madam Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice, effective April 9, 2026.

Caribbean Tourism in the Spotlight: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5), joining ministers and industry leaders under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to push connectivity, resilience, and a stronger regional tourism front. World Cup Viewing Plans: Rush Sports (CPSL) says it’s gearing up a full regional broadcast setup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including coverage in Anguilla and other Caribbean markets. Anguilla Day Celebrations: Anguilla marked its 59th Anguilla Day with a lively parade and community turnout, featuring Governor Julia Crouch and Premier Cora Richardson Hodge highlighting health, education, ports, water, renewable energy, and fisheries. Top Beach Buzz: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla was named No. 1 in North America (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s Best Beaches. Environment Month: St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla’s Environment Month 2026 launches June 5 with community clean-ups, youth activities, and a Green Expo, backed by SKNANB. Travel & Flights: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, including renewed/expanded service to Anguilla and new links to Turks and Caicos and Belize.

Caribbean Tourism in the Spotlight: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5), joining ministers and industry leaders under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to push connectivity, resilience, and a more culture-led travel pitch. World Cup Viewing Plans: Rush Sports is rolling out a big 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcast push across 13 Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, aiming for an interactive “touch and feel” fan experience. New Air Access for Anguilla: BermudAir is expanding Caribbean routes, including seasonal service to Anguilla and new nonstop options via St. Petersburg/Clearwater, with tickets set to go on sale June 5. Anguilla Day Energy: Anguilla Day celebrations drew strong turnout and community pride, with leaders highlighting progress and future plans for ports, water, renewables, and fisheries. Arts & Culture Season: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is spotlighting summer programming tied to local traditions and festivals, starting with a Local Market Experience for Anguilla Day on May 31. Environment Month (Regionally): St. Kitts and Nevis is launching Environment Month 2026 with community clean-ups, youth activities, and a Green Expo—theme: “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone.”

Anguilla Tourism Spotlight: A high-level Anguilla Tourist Board delegation—led by Minister Cardigan Connor and ATB officials—heads to Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5) under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to strengthen partnerships and keep Anguilla top of mind with regional travel leaders. World Cup Viewing Plans: Rush Sports says it’s building a full “touch and feel” World Cup experience across 13 Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, with coverage of all 104 matches in most territories. Anguilla Day Celebrations: Anguilla marked its 59th Anguilla Day with a big parade at Webster Park, featuring government leaders, police-led youth groups, and a theme focused on legacy and tomorrow’s promise. Travel Access Boost: BermudAir is expanding Caribbean routes for winter travel, including renewed/expanded seasonal service to Anguilla and new connections via Turks and Caicos—good news for visitors looking for easier hops. Beach Buzz: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla was named No. 1 in North America (and No. 6 worldwide) in The World’s Best Beaches rankings, highlighting its calm, crystal-clear water and powdery sand.

World Cup Viewing: Rush Sports (CPSL) says it’s building a full Caribbean “experience” for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, holding rights across 13 markets including Anguilla, with all 104 matches carried in 12 territories and a split setup in Jamaica (Rush Sports and TVJ). Air Access & Leisure Travel: BermudAir is expanding winter Caribbean service, adding new routes to Turks and Caicos and Belize, plus expanded seasonal service to Anguilla—including nonstop connections via Newark and Baltimore, and new nonstop service from St. Petersburg/Tampa. Caribbean Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5) brings tourism ministers and leaders together under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with Anguilla among the attending destinations as the region targets stronger connectivity and market share. Anguilla Day & Island Culture: Anguilla marked Anguilla Day 59 with a parade led by the Royal Anguilla Police Force and community groups, plus remarks from Premier Cora Richardson Hodge on health, education, food security, and future plans for ports, water, renewable energy, and fisheries. Top Beach Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was named No. 1 in North America (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s Best Beaches, praised for calm, crystal-clear water and powdery sand. Environment Month (Region): St. Kitts and Nevis announced Environment Month 2026 with a June 5 launch and a packed calendar of clean-ups, youth activities, and the Green Expo.

Caribbean Week in New York 2026: Tourism ministers and officials from across the region—including Anguilla—gathered at the InterContinental New York Times Square for the June 1–5 summit under “One Caribbean: Infinite experiences,” with leaders pushing stronger connectivity, market resilience, and a more cultural, regenerative travel pitch. Air Access for Anguilla: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, adding nonstop service that links Turks and Caicos with Anguilla via seamless connections, plus new Caribbean options from multiple U.S. cities; St. Pete-Clearwater is also set to welcome BermudAir international flights again, including Anguilla. Anguilla Day Celebrations: Anguilla marked Day 59 with a lively police-led march, strong community turnout, and Premier Cora Richardson Hodge highlighting priorities from health and education to ports, water, renewable energy, and fisheries. Top Beach Spotlight: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla was named No. 1 in North America (and No. 6 worldwide) by The World’s Best Beaches. Culture & Environment: Four Seasons Anguilla is rolling out a summer calendar of heritage-led events, while St. Kitts and Nevis launches Environment Month 2026 with community clean-ups and a Green Expo. Judicial Appointment: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court announced Margaret Price Findlay as its new Chief Justice effective April 9, 2026.

Caribbean Week in New York 2026: Tourism ministers and officials from across the region—including Anguilla—gathered at the InterContinental New York Times Square for the June 1–5 summit under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to boost market share, resilience, and a shift toward more authentic, cultural and regenerative travel. Air Access for Anguilla: BermudAir is expanding its winter network, adding new nonstop routes that include seasonal service to Anguilla (with added service from Newark and Baltimore, plus a new nonstop from St. Petersburg/Tampa), alongside Turks and Caicos and Belize. Anguilla Day Celebrations: Anguilla marked its 59th Anguilla Day with a lively parade led by the Royal Anguilla Police Force and community groups, with Premier Cora Richardson Hodge highlighting progress and future plans for ports, water, renewable energy, and fisheries. Eastern Caribbean Justice: King Charles III appointed Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, effective April 9, 2026. Beach Buzz: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla was named No. 1 in North America (No. 6 worldwide) in The World’s Best Beaches rankings.

Air Access & Tourism Buzz: BermudAir is expanding winter Caribbean service, adding new nonstop routes to Turks and Caicos and Belize from multiple U.S. cities, with seasonal service to Anguilla returning and expanding—plus new direct Anguilla options via Newark and Baltimore, and a fresh nonstop from St. Petersburg/Tampa. Anguilla Day Spotlight: Anguilla marked its 59th Anguilla Day with a strong turnout, community marching, and a Premier’s address tying yesterday’s legacy to tomorrow’s promise, with plans touching ports, water, renewable energy, and fisheries. Arts, Culture & Summer Programming: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out a summer calendar built around local traditions and festivals, starting with a Local Market Experience honoring Anguilla Day. Regional Leadership & Law: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court named Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay as its 14th Chief Justice, effective April 9, 2026. Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism leaders gathered in Manhattan for Caribbean Week 2026 under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with Anguilla among the attending delegations. Environment Month (St. Kitts & Nevis): St. Kitts and Nevis launched plans for Environment Month 2026, featuring clean-ups, youth activities, and a Green Expo. Travel Advisory Watch: A roundup of updated U.S. travel advisories places Anguilla among Level 1 destinations while highlighting higher-risk Caribbean countries. Beach Ranking: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla was named No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide by The World’s Best Beaches.