AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTourism: Marie-Galante is drawing attention as a quieter, lower-cost alternative to Caribbean resort hubs, with uncrowded beaches and local rum distilleries — a tourism pitch built around the Guadeloupe island’s distinctive character. Air Links: Air Caraïbes will add daily Pointe-à-Pitre–St. Maarten flights from January 8, 2027, using ATR 72-600 aircraft. The route is expected to add more than 54,000 seats a year, with round-trip fares advertised from €199. Route du Rhum: Guadeloupe-bound preparations are gathering pace for the solo transatlantic race starting November 1. Twenty-two IMOCA boats are entered, including Sam Goodchild, who is aiming to finish after two unsuccessful attempts. Water Pressure: Guadeloupe’s drinking-water crisis remains a concern, with drought and network leaks disrupting service, while sewage-system failures have also contaminated bathing areas.
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