Tourism Momentum Debate: A new report questions whether tourism has lost momentum under the NDP government, pointing back to the Argyle airport era and incentive-driven hotel growth that once fueled big expectations. Climate & Travel Risk: Caribbean-wide drought and extreme heat linked to a strong El Niño are stressing water supplies and threatening tourism infrastructure, with scientists warning patterns are no longer reliable. Summer Travel Planning: Travel guidance highlights that summer can mean fewer crowds and better deals, but hurricane-season risk still shapes itinerary choices. Tourism Skills Pipeline: Sandals St. Vincent launched a student hospitality etiquette and service excellence programme, with TVET students getting hands-on training aimed at jobs in hospitality. OECS Blue Economy Funding: OECS opened the second call for proposals under the Regional MSME Matching Grants (Window 2), targeting value chain groups in fisheries, coastal tourism and waste management with grants up to US$150,000. Local Tourism Jobs: Taxi driver Kendal Neverson says Sandals’ Buccament Bay operations have boosted transfer work and raised service standards. Marine Livelihoods: Fisheries Minister Conroy Huggins announced a queen conch hatchery and reef restoration push as conch and lobster landings decline. Regional Mobility: CARICOM border data shows free movement isn’t causing mass migration waves, easing fears after the regional rollout. Diplomacy for Tourism & Investment: SVG’s envoy Kenton Chance presented credentials in Taiwan, with smart agriculture, smart healthcare and sustainable tourism flagged for deeper cooperation.