AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTourism Momentum: The Turks and Caicos Islands logged its strongest first half on record, welcoming 384,590 stayover visitors from January to June 2026—up 6% year-on-year—driven by destination marketing, expanded airlift, and airline and tour operator partnerships. Airlift Strategy: Tourism Minister Zhavargo Jolly says the destination also hit its highest-ever second-quarter performance, with stayover arrivals up 5% despite typically softer volumes. Cruise Niche Marketing: Virgin Voyages is bringing back its True Crime Voyage for 2027, a five-night sailing from Miami calling at Grand Turk and Virgin’s Bimini beach club. Consumer Protection Push: The Turks and Caicos government is stepping up retail compliance with the Consumer Protection Ordinance, with inspections planned in Providenciales July 13–17. Skills for Marine Tourism: Invest TCI is funding $26,750 in technical assistance to support 35 participants in STCW and sustainable flats-fishing guide certifications via TCFFA and TCICC. Regional Integration: CARICOM associate membership expands to include Martinique and French Guiana, with Turks and Caicos listed among associate members.
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