AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMalaysia’s Tourism Push: Budget 2027 raises tourism funding by 32.6% to RM935 million, with heritage restorations and better visitor connections among plans. The campaign will run through 2027 as the country pursues its 47-million-arrival target. Bohol Recovery: Tourist arrivals fell nearly 22% in the first half of 2026. The province plans to rebuild confidence with new international flights, fairer pricing and more sustainable tourism. Marine Tourism: Malaysia’s scuba diving association is seeking a larger role in tourism planning and conservation; it represents a sector with more than 800 businesses and about 500,000 divers. Holiday Let Rules: Welsh tourism operators say the 182-night letting threshold for business rates puts accommodation businesses under pressure. The government is consulting on reducing it. Cruise Market: Japanese operators are launching shorter, lower-cost domestic trips to attract younger travelers, with new sailings ranging from one to three nights.
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