AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPhilippines Tourism Budget: In a Senate hearing on the 2027 DOT budget, Sen. JV Ejercito urged the government to boost foreign arrivals by fixing airport accessibility and making e-gates easier for visitors, not just relying on promotion. Travel Tax Transition: Tieza asked for a transition period before abolishing travel taxes, saying 94–95% of its operations are funded by the levy, supporting projects from El Nido water quality to airport and sewage upgrades. Air Service Boost: British Airways will add a daily direct London Gatwick–Barbados route from Oct. 25, 2026, building capacity through early 2027. Tourist Levy Research: A University of Galway study suggests a €5 nightly tourist tax could raise over €200m for local authorities. Safety & Disruption: Spain’s new traffic rules start Oct. 1, tightening protections for pedestrians and cyclists; meanwhile, Nepal trekking is disrupted after landslides, with updated road checks urged. Tourism Tech Push: Nigeria’s LCCI called for a digitally intelligent tourism ecosystem using AI and data to unlock investment and growth. Major Awards: Maldives was named Indian Ocean’s leading destination for 2026 at the World Travel Awards.
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