AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTourism & Travel Deals: Costa Cruises launched a Labor Day Sale with cabin upgrades on Mediterranean, Caribbean and Canary itineraries, letting guests book a balcony for the price of an ocean view on select sailings (book by Sept. 13, 2026). Local Business & Retail: Monoprix is rolling out a new brand identity and store design, signaling fresh investment by the French retail chain owned by Casino Group since 2013. Regional Culture & Economy: Dominica’s Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete wrapped up its 10th anniversary in Grand Bay, drawing major regional and international music acts and reinforcing tourism-linked event spending. Guadeloupe in the Spotlight: A new Expedia partnership puts livestream star IShowSpeed’s Caribbean travel on the map, with Guadeloupe included in his multi-island route—an example of how global platforms can drive destination visibility. Environmental Pressure on the Region: Jamaica’s Kingston Harbour Cleanup project is urging regional coordination to stop plastic waste arriving from other islands, including Guadeloupe, carried by currents and trade winds. Business Risk & Liquidation: UK travel firm Firefly Holidays has entered liquidation and says it will stop taking bookings, after 10 years serving holiday villages and resorts. Heritage & Trade Links: Historic Lybster House in Scotland is listed for sale, with the property’s history tied to military action in Guadeloupe—an unusual reminder of how past links can surface in today’s real estate market.
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