AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTourism Growth: Cayman logged a record 333,747 stayover guests Jan–July 2026 (+11%), with July alone up 10% to 45,053, while cruise passengers fell 23% in July but were still up 4% year-to-date—good news for hotels and the wider visitor economy. Diving Spotlight: The 23rd Annual International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame induction lit up Hotel Indigo, with Tourism Minister Gary Rutty calling Cayman the natural home for the Hall of Fame and highlighting local dive trailblazers. Visitor Experience & Access: A permanent CI$800 duty-free allowance for returning residents is now in effect (temporary CI$1,000 runs 23 Nov–7 Jan), and Cayman Airways is rolling out Refund Protect across all routes for added booking reassurance. On-Island Events: The Cayman Islands Volleyball Association Senior One Day Beach Volleyball Competition returns to Seven Mile Beach on 11 and 18 October (2v2, male/female, intermediate/advanced). Local Leadership: Dr Karie Bergstrom is appointed Chief of Staff to Premier André Ebanks from 1 October, bringing tourism association leadership and board experience. Policy Watch: The Auditor General released a report on government affordable housing efforts, flagging a widening affordability gap for Caymanians. Community & Culture: SSOB students will visit Cayman Oct 8–14 to learn international business practices with a focus on finance, investment, travel and tourism. Reputation & Regulation: RCIPS is investigating a pay-to-play social media influencer, as tour operators allege businesses are pressured for positive posts.
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