Airport Transparency Push: Dominica’s opposition UPP is urging the Government to publish detailed financial information on the international airport project, warning that rising costs, uncertain tourism, and small-island risks could leave taxpayers covering operating subsidies, citing St. Vincent’s Argyle Airport as a cautionary example. Visitor Growth & Upgrades: Tourism Minister Denise Charles-Pemberton says Dominica logged a 15% jump in total visitor arrivals in 2025 (nearing 497,000), with stayover up about 10% and cruise up 21% to March 31, 2026, as works continue at Champagne Beach and Kalinago Barana Aute and funding is secured for Cabrits National Park and the India River. Tourism Awareness Month: The Discover Dominica Authority and Ministry of Tourism launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026, spotlighting wellness tourism and site upgrades, pointing to strong international media coverage and IShowSpeed’s Dominica content boosting visibility. Regional Aviation Links: Air Caraïbes and LIAT launched an interline single-ticket connection to Paris-Orly from multiple Caribbean islands, including routes that can serve Dominica travelers with through-checked baggage. Sargassum Cooperation: An OECS SARSEA workshop in Dominica (May 26) focused on coordinated regional action to manage sargassum impacts and strengthen coastal resilience and biodiversity. Deeper Travel Trend: Caribbean tourism coverage highlights a shift toward experience-led travel—culture, food, festivals, and local access—rather than resort-only stays.