AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHotel & City Growth: West Palm Beach is set for a second big hotel near the County Convention Center, after the City Commission approved an 18-story, 400-room Curio property at CityPlace, with meetings and dining planned. Tourism Policy: Thailand will cut visa-free stays for dozens of countries to 30 days from Sept. 15, with some nations getting 90 days instead. Travel Safety & Disruption: A Cyprus ferry accident left multiple deaths and dozens missing, with foreign nationals among passengers; meanwhile, New York’s Times Square stabbing killed a Bank of America vice president and injured a tourist, underscoring security concerns in major visitor hubs. Inbound Demand: Russia says foreign tourist arrivals rose 20% in the first half of 2026, helped by visa-free moves with China. Tourism Economy & Standards: Cyprus recorded the EU’s steepest fall in tourist overnight stays in H1 2026, while a Scottish dolphin center earned four-star status for visitor experience. Events & Experiences: Zagreb launches 31 free themed walking tours in September, and Marriott teams with the NFL on player-curated City Guides for fans.
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