AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGlobal Demand: WTM London forecasts a record 1.57 billion international tourist arrivals in 2026, while Greece expects UK visitors to reach five million this year and sees further growth in 2027. Tourism Policy: The EU has adopted its first sustainable tourism strategy, setting measures to strengthen the sector’s long-term resilience. Visitor Offers: Dubai’s new invitation-only Access Club will reward selected repeat visitors with a five-year multi-entry visa, a free SIM and up to Dh2,000 in credits. Climate Pressure: Fiji’s worsening drought has pushed 19 of 44 monitored water sources to critical levels; tourism operators are reviewing contingency plans as supplies tighten. Travel Safety: A helicopter collision near Everest killed an Indian tourist and injured passengers, while Spain has sought EU technical help investigating a deadly high-speed rail crash. Visitor Levies: A UK bill would let metro mayors introduce overnight visitor charges, advancing a proposal that supporters say could fund local services but critics fear may burden businesses. Industry Recognition: New Zealand operator RealNZ won the country’s top tourism award, with judges citing its conservation work, staff development and customer satisfaction.
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