AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCruise Health Watch: A norovirus outbreak on Princess Cruises’ Caribbean Princess has sickened 102 guests and 13 crew, renewing scrutiny on how ships prevent and manage stomach-bug spread. Public Safety & Food Ops: The wider cruise-health story is still evolving after multiple recent gastro incidents at sea, keeping hygiene and contingency planning front and center for hospitality operators. Tourism Momentum (Caribbean): Curaçao is leaning into year-round demand, posting a 10% jump in April stayover arrivals (75,332 visitors) and the lowest seasonality score in the region—good news for hotels, restaurants, and suppliers. Local Resilience: In Madisonville, Louisiana, contractors began building a breakwater to curb flooding near the Tchefuncte River—an infrastructure move that protects the dining-and-tourism strip. On-the-ground Food Business: Baltimore’s DMV Empanadas says it was denied a spot at the city’s main farmers market, a reminder that local vendor access can swing sales fast.
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