AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSchengen Visa Crackdown: 11 European countries are urging the EU to tighten Schengen entry rules for Russian tourists, arguing “visa tourism” lets Russians shop for lenient states while Ukraine attacks continue. Overtourism Controls: Majorca is bracing for another anti-tourism protest on July 26, as residents push back on mass tourism and airport expansion. Visitor Levy Watch: Wales councils are consulting on a possible overnight visitor tax; Anglesey says any levy would start in autumn 2027 if approved. World Cup Tourism: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 across the US, Canada and Mexico, with host cities and airlines preparing for a major visitor surge. Regional Tourism Push: Korea Tourism Organization is using BTS “The City” events in Busan to steer international fans toward lesser-visited provinces via English mapping and curated packages. Wildlife & Safety: Costa Rica is seeing more electrocution cases among howler monkeys as development spreads, prompting calls to protect animals from power lines. Travel Business Moves: Rotana expands into Georgia with its first ski resort in Gudauri, adding ~400 keys to its portfolio. Tourism Demand Shifts: Spain’s Canary Islands report a first foreign-tourism drop since the pandemic, with German arrivals down sharply in April.
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