AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism Demand Watch: Qatar says it welcomed 2.614 million visitors in the first nine months of 2026, with September up 1.1% year-on-year to 276,000, led by GCC travelers (40.9%). Market Push: Morocco’s National Tourist Office signed a three-year plan with Italy’s GNV to grow sea-based travel, targeting 350,000 Italian passengers and using joint marketing plus onboard digital promotion. Sports Tourism: J&K is ramping up promotion for the Oct. 25 Kashmir Marathon, including influencer outreach and prize money aimed at attracting runners from India and abroad. Travel Spending Gap: A WTTC-backed report says the Philippines’ tourism supports 14.2% of jobs but drew only $10.7B in international visitor spending in 2025, far below regional averages. Regional Infrastructure & Tourism: Laos’ Attapeu urged faster road upgrades and better access to natural attractions to boost tourism and cross-border trade. Cambodia Outlook: The World Bank cut Cambodia’s 2026 growth forecast to 3.5% citing a tourism slump and higher fuel costs. Hospitality Talent: Maldives hotel leaders called for more open consultation and data-driven policymaking, while telecom chief Dhiraagu linked tourism growth to better connectivity. Cruise Expansion: Disney Cruise Line debuts in Puerto Plata with two ship calls expected to bring 5,500+ passengers.
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