AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSeason-boosting infrastructure: Ithaca (Greece) is extending its tourism season with new port and waterfront plans, more trail tourism, and longer shoulder months as demand grows from European walkers, cyclists and rowing groups. Tourism expo wins: Zimbabwe’s Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo in Masvingo drew packed business and culture programming, including a big Gastronomy Hub. Bali safety tragedy: An Australian woman died after falling about 80 metres from the Kelingking Beach cliff on Nusa Penida; police say she fell while help was being arranged. Tourist spending snapshot: In Japan’s Niseko, overseas visitors spent 4.6 times more than Japanese tourists during 2025-26 winter, averaging 580,000 yen per foreign visitor. Tourism policy fights: In New Zealand, Ōpōtiki officials weigh how a proposed visitor levy could fund amenities and conservation, while UK “tourist tax” plans keep sparking business backlash. Muslim-friendly travel push: Malaysia’s Islamic Tourism Month 2026 spotlights Muslim-friendly offerings and reaffirms its top ranking in the Global Muslim Travel Index. Disruption and recovery: Hawaii urged visitors to avoid Kauai while Hurricane Lowell recovery continues, with power and airport delays affecting travel.
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