AGP Executive Report

Regional Food Security: The Dutch Caribbean Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Alliance (DC ALFA) wrapped its 2026 conference in Sint Maarten (May 25–29), bringing together about 90 participants from Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius and Sint Maarten to share know-how on sustainable farming, fisheries and livestock. The week ended with a renewed Memorandum of Understanding to keep cooperation moving. Hospitality & Tourism: Atout France announced the 2026 “Palace” hotel collection, re-awarding the distinction for the first time in seven years and adding six new properties, bringing France’s total to 33 Palace hotels. Fashion Funding: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund named 10 finalists for 2026, with the winner set to be revealed Oct. 20 in New York and taking home $300,000, as the program continues mentorship and funding for independent designers.

Regional Food Security: The Dutch Caribbean Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Alliance (DC ALFA) wrapped its 2026 conference in Sint Maarten, bringing together about 90 officials, fishermen, farmers, and partners from Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius, and Sint Maarten to boost sustainable agriculture, fisheries, and livestock development. Field visits, training on cooperative development, and a renewed Memorandum of Understanding capped the week-long push for stronger regional cooperation. Hospitality & Tourism: Atout France added six new hotels to its France’s Palace collection for 2026, bringing the total to 33 properties, with renewals and new designations awarded after commission reviews led to official recognition by the minister responsible for SMEs, commerce, tourism, and consumer affairs. Caribbean Luxury Travel: Emerald Cruises announced an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove aboard Emerald Sakara (Dec 13–20, 2026), featuring chef-led dining and stops including Saint Barthélemy, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua.

Caribbean Food Security: The Dutch Caribbean Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Alliance (DC ALFA) wrapped its 2026 conference in Sint Maarten, bringing together agriculture departments from Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius and Sint Maarten to push shared solutions for food security, sustainable farming, fisheries and livestock. About 90 participants—officials, fishermen, farmers, schools and regional partners—traded know-how, tackled common challenges, and toured local projects before signing a renewed Memorandum of Understanding. Hospitality & Tourism: Atout France added six new hotels to France’s “Palace” collection for 2026, bringing the total to 33 after renewals and new awards following commission reviews. Fashion Funding: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund named 10 finalists for 2026, with the winner set to be announced Oct. 20 in New York and taking home $300,000. Luxury Travel & Food: Emerald Cruises announced a December 13–20, 2026 “Culinary Collection” sailing with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove aboard Emerald Sakara, with stops including Saint Barthélemy and other Leeward Islands. Celebrity Buzz: Camila Cabello and Henry Junior Chalhoub reportedly ended their relationship, with past trips including Saint Barthélemy.

Hospitality & Tourism: Atout France re-awarded its “Palace” distinction for 2026, adding six new above-five-star hotels to the national collection and bringing the total to 33 properties after commission reviews and ministerial approval. Luxury Travel & Local Impact: The new “Culinary Collection” sailing from Emerald Cruises puts celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove on board Emerald Sakara (Dec 13–20, 2026), with a food-led program and stops including Saint Barthélemy, plus Martinique, Guadeloupe and Antigua. Fashion & Business: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund named 10 finalists for 2026, with the winner set to be announced Oct. 20 in New York and taking home $300,000 (runner-ups get $100,000 each). Celebrity & Lifestyle: Camila Cabello and Henry Junior Chalhoub reportedly ended their relationship after more than a year, with past trips that included Saint Barthélemy.

Fashion Finance & Local Talent: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has named 10 finalists for 2026, including designers such as Aisling Camps, Amir Taghi, Terrence Zhou (Bad Binch Tongtong), Emily Dawn Long, Jamie Haller, Julia Ferentinos (Juju Vera), Zane Li (Lii), George Inaki (Milamore), Claire Sullivan (Miss Claire Sullivan), and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen; the winner will be announced Oct. 20 in New York with $300,000, plus $100,000 for each runner-up, and first judge presentations are set for June 10. Luxury Travel & Island Commerce: Emerald Cruises is launching an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara (Dec. 13–20, 2026) with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove, featuring destination-inspired dining and stops including Saint Barthélemy, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua—another boost for high-end hospitality and visitor spending in the Caribbean. Celebrity Spotlight: Camila Cabello and Henry Junior Chalhoub have reportedly ended their relationship after more than a year, with the split drawing attention from fans who may watch for any creative fallout.

Luxury Travel & Island Commerce: Celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove (former Below Deck) is teaming up with Emerald Cruises for an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara from Dec. 13–20, 2026, with stops including Saint Barthélemy plus Martinique, Guadeloupe and Antigua—an island-facing boost for hospitality, food suppliers, and onboard services. Fashion Business Spotlight: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has named 10 finalists for 2026, including designers tied to womenswear, gender inclusive fashion, and jewelry brands—winner announced Oct. 20 in New York with $300,000 plus $100,000 runner-up prizes, and presentations starting June 10. Celebrity Lifestyle (Local Angle): Singer Camila Cabello and billionaire Henry Junior Chalhoub reportedly ended their relationship after more than a year; they were last seen publicly at Coachella and had previously vacationed in luxury destinations including Saint Barthélemy.

Luxury Lifestyle & Local Spotlight: Reports say Camila Cabello and Henry Junior Chalhoub have ended their relationship after more than a year, with the pair last seen publicly at Coachella in April; during their time together, they were often spotted vacationing in luxury hotspots, including Saint Barthélemy. Fashion Funding: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has named its 10 2026 finalists, including designers tied to womenswear, gender inclusive collections, and two jewelry brands; the winner will be announced Oct. 20 in New York with $300,000 plus $100,000 for each runner-up, and first judge presentations set for June 10. Caribbean Hospitality & Shipping-Linked Tourism: Emerald Cruises is launching an 8-day Culinary Collection sailing with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove aboard Emerald Sakara (Dec. 13–20, 2026), with stops including Saint Barthélemy alongside Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua—another sign of how luxury travel and island dining keep driving demand for regional services.

Luxury Lifestyle & Local Tourism: Camila Cabello and Henry Junior Chalhoub have reportedly ended their relationship after more than a year, with the pair last seen publicly at Coachella in April; during their time together, they were often spotted vacationing in luxury hotspots including Saint Barthélemy, keeping local fans and observers watching for any ripple effects on future music and travel plans. Fashion & Business Spotlight: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has revealed its 2026 finalists—Aisling Camps, Amir Taghi, Terrence Zhou (Bad Binch Tongtong), Emily Dawn Long, Jamie Haller, Julia Ferentinos (Juju Vera), Zane Li (Lll), George Inaki (Milamore), Claire Sullivan (Miss Claire Sullivan), and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen—setting up a major Oct. 20 winner announcement in New York with $300,000 at stake. Caribbean Travel & Culinary Experiences: Emerald Cruises is launching an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara (Dec. 13–20, 2026) with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove, featuring destination-inspired dining and stops including Saint Barthélemy, plus Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua.

Fashion & Retail: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has named 10 finalists for 2026, including designers such as Aisling Camps, Amir Taghi, Terrence Zhou (Bad Binch Tongtong), Emily Dawn Long, Jamie Haller, Julia Ferentinos (Juju Vera), Zane Li (Lll), George Inaki (Milamore), Claire Sullivan, and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen. The winner will be announced Oct. 20 in New York, with $300,000 up for grabs plus $100,000 for each runner-up, alongside mentorship support. Luxury Travel & Food: Emerald Cruises is launching a new multi-year culinary partnership with celebrity chef and former Below Deck star Rachel Hargrove, with an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara from Dec. 13–20, 2026. The itinerary includes Saint Barthélemy along with other Leeward Islands stops, blending destination-inspired dining and chef-led events. Art Market & Culture: Art Basel Paris returns Oct. 23–25 at the Grand Palais with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries/territories, expanding its Galeries sector and adding more first-time participants as it settles into its new leadership under Karim Crippa.

Fashion & Retail: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has named its 10 finalists for 2026, including Aisling Camps, Amir Taghi, Terrence Zhou (Bad Binch Tongtong), Emily Dawn Long, Jamie Haller, Julia Ferentinos (Juju Vera), Zane Li (Lll), George Inaki (Milamore), Claire Sullivan (Miss Claire Sullivan), and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen. The winner will be announced Oct. 20 in New York, with $300,000 for the top designer and $100,000 for each runner-up. Luxury Travel & Food: Celebrity chef and former Below Deck star Rachel Hargrove is partnering with Emerald Cruises for an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara (Dec. 13–20, 2026), with stops including Saint Barthélemy, plus Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua. Arts & Culture: Art Basel Paris returns Oct. 23–25 at the Grand Palais with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries and territories, expanding its Galeries sector and adding more first-time participants as it settles into a new leadership era under Karim Crippa.

Fashion & Retail: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has named its 10 finalists for 2026, including Aisling Camps, Amir Taghi, Terrence Zhou (Bad Binch TongTong), Emily Dawn Long, Jamie Haller, Julia Ferentinos (Juju Vera), Zane Li (Lii), George Inaki (Milamore), Claire Sullivan (Miss Claire Sullivan), and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen. The winner will be announced Oct. 20 in New York with a $300,000 prize, plus $100,000 for each runner-up, alongside mentorship support. Luxury Travel & Food: Emerald Cruises is launching an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara (Dec. 13–20, 2026) with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove, featuring destination-inspired dining across the Leeward Islands—stops include Saint Barthélemy, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua. Art & Culture: Art Basel Paris returns this fall to the Grand Palais (Oct. 23–25, previews Oct. 21–22) with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries and territories, expanding its Galeries sector and adding more first-time participants under new director Karim Crippa.

Fashion & Retail: The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has named 10 finalists for 2026, including Aisling Camps, Amir Taghi, Terrence Zhou (Bad Binch Tongtong), Emily Dawn Long, Jamie Haller, Julia Ferentinos (Juju Vera), Zane Li (Lll), George Inaki (Milamore), Claire Sullivan (Miss Claire Sullivan), and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen; the winner will be announced Oct. 20 in New York with $300,000 plus two $100,000 runner-up prizes, and judge presentations begin June 10. Luxury Travel & Hospitality: Emerald Cruises is launching a December 13–20, 2026 “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove, featuring destination-inspired dining and events across the Leeward Islands, including a stop in Saint Barthélemy. Arts & Tourism: Art Basel Paris returns Oct. 23–25 at the Grand Palais with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries/territories, now under new director Karim Crippa, and with a bigger Galeries section and more collaborative booths.

Luxury Yachting & Food Tourism: Emerald Cruises is launching a new multi-year partnership with celebrity chef and former Below Deck star Rachel Hargrove, with an exclusive 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara from December 13–20, 2026. The itinerary through the Leeward Islands includes a stop in Saint Barthélemy, alongside Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua, with chef-led programming, destination-inspired dining, and personalized guest experiences. Arts & Local Economy: Art Basel Paris returns to the Grand Palais this fall (Oct. 23–25, previews Oct. 21–22) with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries and territories, the fair’s first edition under new director Karim Crippa. The show expands its Galeries sector to 180+ exhibitors, adds a record 12 joint booths, and welcomes nearly 30 first-time participating galleries.

Luxury Travel & Dining: Emerald Cruises is launching a new multi-year partnership with celebrity chef and former Below Deck star Rachel Hargrove, with an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing on Emerald Sakara from December 13–20, 2026. The itinerary through the Leeward Islands includes Saint Barthélemy, plus Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua, with chef-led events and destination-inspired dining. Arts & Culture: Art Basel Paris returns to the Grand Palais this fall (Oct 23–25, previews Oct 21–22) with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries/territories, the fair’s first edition under new director Karim Crippa. The show expands its Galeries sector to 180+ exhibitors and leans into more collaborative presentations, including a record 12 joint booths.

Luxury Travel & Yachting: Emerald Cruises is launching a new multi-year partnership with celebrity chef and former Below Deck star Rachel Hargrove, with an 8-day “Culinary Collection” sailing on Emerald Sakara from December 13–20, 2026. The itinerary through the Leeward Islands includes Saint Barthélemy plus Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua, pairing destination-inspired dining with chef-led events and personalized guest experiences. Arts & Culture: Art Basel Paris will return to the Grand Palais this fall (Oct. 23–25, previews Oct. 21–22) with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries and territories, its first edition under new director Karim Crippa. The fair expands its Galeries sector to 180+ exhibitors, adds a record 12 joint booths, and welcomes nearly 30 first-time participating galleries.

Luxury Travel & Yachting: Celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove is teaming up with Emerald Cruises for an exclusive Caribbean “Culinary Collection” sailing aboard Emerald Sakara, running Dec 13–20, 2026, as part of a new multi-year partnership that brings her signature, chef-led dining and onboard experiences to both the line’s yachts and river fleet. Saint Barthélemy on the Itinerary: The 8-day route includes Saint Barthélemy along with Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Antigua, positioning the island as a key stop for destination-inspired menus and personalized guest moments. Arts & Culture (Regional Interest): Art Basel Paris returns to the Grand Palais this fall (Oct 23–25, previews Oct 21–22) with 200+ exhibitors from 41 countries and territories, led by new director Karim Crippa, and a bigger, more collaborative Galeries program.