Inter-Island Transport: Aruba’s planned Curaçao-Aruba passenger ferry hit a snag after the Aruban government halted the tender for a feasibility study, pushing a hoped-for end-2027 start to no earlier than early 2028. Tourism & Spending: A new Visa card spending snapshot shows 304,308 international visitors (Jan–Jun 2026) spent US$184.9 million in Aruba, led by restaurants/food (US$56.7m), then accommodation (US$44m) and retail (US$39.3m). Timeshare & Tourism Economy: An Aruba Vacation Ownership Report commissioned by ATSA/ATA (University of Aruba surveys) says vacation ownership spans about 16 resorts, 3,500 units and over US$2b in capital investment, generating roughly US$750m in annual direct and indirect activity. Cruise Connectivity: Corendon announced a 14-day Renaissance cruise starting in Aruba on Dec. 3, ending in Curaçao on Dec. 16—adding a fresh boarding option for Aruba-based travelers. Air Links: Southwest will resume Nashville–Montego Bay Saturday service on March 13, 2027, and the wider Caribbean flight network continues to expand. Governance & Trade Oversight: Minister Arthur Dowers received AFTA’s 2026 six-month report, with interim figures independently reviewed by Grant Thornton Aruba. Public Service Logistics: Government announced six waste drop-off locations for Cuida Aruba Day on Aug. 29 to improve efficiency.