Business & Technology
MegaFAM tour connects global travel partners with Guam businesses
"225 international key travel partners, media, and influencers here to our island to visit and explore, see for themselves all the wonderful experiences that we have to offer here on Guam. The hope is that they come here ... and they are able to not only tell and influence other folks to visit but also make some business-to-business connections," GVB president Regine Biscoe Lee said during the event.
By Jolene Toves ·
GTA highlights Guam's role as Pacific data hub at BATIC 2026
“What we are doing is putting Guam on the map for how large carriers and companies think about building their network resiliency in our region,” Roland Certeza, GTA CEO, said.
By Jolene Toves ·
GVB: MegaFAM tour could generate millions in economic impact
GVB estimates that if each participant influences five additional visitors to travel to Guam, the tour could generate roughly 1,000 additional visitors and "$1.5 million in direct spending and $2 million in total economic impact."
By Jolene Toves ·
UOG expects more than 4,500 international students by year's end
“Welcoming more than 4,500 international students in one year demonstrates how the University of Guam can contribute to our island in ways that extend beyond our traditional academic programs," Sharleen Santos-Bamba, Senior Vice President and Provost said.
By Jolene Toves ·
GCIC elevators return to service after nearly two-year shutdown
The elevators at the Guam Capital Investment Corp. building in Hagåtña are back in service after the Department of Public Works issued a "Conditional Permit to Operate" nearly two years after they were shut down over safety concerns.
By Jolene Toves ·
'Show me results,' Lujan says to GVB
"This Legislature understood that tourism was struggling. We understood that there are things happening in the world that GVB simply cannot control. Regine Biscoe Lee does not control the weather. She doesn't cause typhoons. She does not control wars and instability involving Iran. She does not control global fuel prices or the fuel surcharges airlines pass on to travelers. And I am not going to sit here and pretend that she does. That is precisely why the Legislature stepped in," Lujan said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Pepper Lunch celebrates grand opening at Agana Shopping Center
"We always serve our food fresh, and we always focus on quality. Everything is served on a hot plate, so our customers become the chefs of their own dish," Romanes said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Guam's top tourism market slumps as Korean arrivals fall 68.7% in June
June and July 2026 numbers show how severe the Korean downturn has become with arrivals in June dropping from 27,148 to 8,495, a 68.7% decline. Though Korean remains Guam's top source market, monthly figures show it is no longer delivering the volume it did in 2025, let alone in 2019 which reported 62,413 Korean arrivals in June and 67,866 in July.
By Jolene Toves ·
Guerrero named General Manager of Rockit Ride
"We know what makes Rockit Ride special, and we're not trying to reinvent that," Guerrero added. "We want to build on it. There's a lot of energy behind what's coming, and I'm excited for our members to experience it with us."
By Jolene Toves ·
GEDA connects Japan and Guam businesses to develop export opportunities
"Our local entrepreneurs are Guam’s ambassadors to the rest of the world, sharing our culture through their craft and products,” said Lt. Gov. Josh Tenorio. “The trade mission is yet another step closer to seeing our products on the shelves of retail stores and used by food establishments and families in Japan.”
By Jolene Toves ·
More than 40 vendors connect through PHARE
"And so, really, for our industry ... tourism, and all of our network of professionals that really are in the hospitality industry it's really important that we continue to bring events like this, so that we can introduce new content, and even some introducing new products that guests might be looking for in their future," Rhodes said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Businessman Mark V. Pangilinan, who built Guam "Empire," dies at 99
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Lt. Gov. Josh Tenorio extended their condolences describing Pangilinan as a “pioneering business leader, visionary community servant, and beloved family patriarch.”
GTA opens applications for its Youth Leader Program
GTA is accepting applications for its School Year 2026-2027 Youth Leader Program, which recognizes high school students for academic excellence, leadership and community service.
GVB launches Guam Photo Hunt for summer
The Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) has launched an interactive Guam Photo Hunt to encourage island residents and visitors to "rediscover the island" this summer.
By Jolene Toves ·
GVB plans two Liberation Day night market events
To celebrate Guam's 82nd Liberation Day, the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) is hosting two special Tumon Night Market events this week featuring live entertainment, cultural demonstrations, family-friendly activities and fireworks.
Democratic gubernatorial tickets split on business tax overhaul
Guam's three Democrat gubernatorial tickets staked out sharply different positions on overhauling the Business Privilege Tax and replacing it with a visible sales tax or similar consumption-based tax during a Guam Chamber of Commerce…
GVB names Jenna Blas public information officer
The Guam Visitors Bureau announced on Friday that Jenna Blas has been appointed as its new Public Information Officer.
Veterans Affairs Office to close Asan location June 15
The Guam Veterans Affairs Office will permanently close its Asan office on Monday, June 15, as the agency relocates to a new facility in Hagåtña, where it will reopen and resume regular operations Monday, June 22.
GVB wins marketing award at Seoul travel fair
The Guam Visitors Bureau led a delegation of 12 businesses to the 41st Seoul International Travel Fair, where it earned a top marketing award while promoting the island as a wellness destination to Korean travelers and industry professionals.
Lawsuit seeks $61.5M from Guam Visitors Bureau
A lawsuit filed Monday in the District Court of Guam seeks $61.5 million from the Guam Visitors Bureau, alleging former president Carl Gutierrez repeatedly sexually harassed and assaulted an employee during official travel and in GVB offices between October 2022 and August 2024.
GVB announces Tumon Night Market themes through May
The Guam Visitors Bureau announced upcoming themes and events for the Tumon Night Market through the end of May, including a Mother’s Day celebration recognizing the role of women in Guam’s families and tourism industry.
Guam's unemployment rate falls to 3.1%, a three-decade low
Guam’s unemployment rate has dropped to 3.1%, marking its lowest level in the past three decades, according to the Guam Department of Labor.
Cruise ship Asuka III brings 700 passengers to Port of Guam
The Japan-flagged cruise vessel Asuka III arrived at the Port of Guam on Wednesday morning, bringing more than 700 passengers and crew as part of its Pacific voyage.
