AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoArchaeology & Tourism Growth: Egypt says it has uncovered a well-preserved Byzantine residential city at Dakhla Oasis and 18 ancient tombs near Alexandria’s Marina el-Alamein, a fresh boost for its heritage-led visitor push. Immigration & Visitor Flow: The Philippines Bureau of Immigration rolled out BI Strategy 2026–2040, aiming for a “SMART” system that supports legitimate travel, tourism, trade and investment. Airline Finance: Philippine Airlines raised $300m via a five-year bond sale to fund fleet modernization and expand international routes to North American hubs. Travel Trade Tools: kimkim expanded its Travel Advisor Program with co-branding for itineraries and new Destination Face-Off webinars. UK Travel Disruption Watch: British Airways is rolling out a revamped mobile app with live updates, faster boarding-pass access and self-service booking changes. Border Rules Update: ETIAS for visa-free travellers may be delayed again as EU EES rollout problems continue. Safety for Peak Season: Japan is studying evacuation plans to better protect foreign tourists if Mt. Fuji erupts or a major earthquake hits. Scam Alert: Santander UK reports a rise in holiday-related fraud losses, warning travellers about fake packages and rental scams. Heatwave Reality Check: Jet2’s Steve Heapy says Europe’s heatwaves aren’t denting overseas holiday demand.
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