AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMegaFam Momentum: Guam Visitors Bureau’s 2026 Guam MegaFAM Trade Show at LeoPalace Resort Guam drew 200+ international travel partners, media, and influencers plus nearly 40 local exhibitors—hotels, attractions, airlines, and makers—kicking off the biggest Guam tourism gathering in 5+ years. Culture on Display: The Barcinas Sisters used prime booth placement to showcase traditional weaving alongside modern takes, turning local craft into a direct pitch to visiting industry buyers. Tourism Funding Access: GVB launched a new online grants portal for the Tourism Works Micro-Grant, letting tourism partners apply, upload documents, and save progress more easily. Airport Retail Update: Guam airport concessions moved forward as the board conditionally awarded Avolta (ex-Dufry) the specialty retail and master food & beverage contracts, with a Dec. 21 start date pending final talks. Travel Cost Watch: EVA Air announced higher excess baggage fees and updated international baggage charges starting Sept. 29, with Guam included in its pricing zones. Weather Safety: A high surf advisory and high rip current risk remain in effect for west-facing Marianas reefs, with hazardous swimming conditions expected.
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