AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCompetition Crackdown: The Philippine Competition Commission fined Boracay’s scuba association BBASS and 39 shops a combined P2.17 million for price-fixing, ordering them to stop enforcing minimum “floor” prices for popular diving and courses. Tourism Partnerships: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Canada’s PM Mark Carney witnessed new bilateral deals covering energy, labor and migration, plus tourism and cultural cooperation (2026–2031). Destination Marketing: Algarve Tourism is pushing international promotion with training for UK sales teams and participation in business-travel events targeting North America, plus activations in Canada and New York. Local Hospitality Growth: Neptune’s Bar & Grill in Daytona Beach is reopening during Biketoberfest 2026 and launching a major hiring drive for all roles. Travel Access: JSX announced new nonstop flights between Santa Monica and Oakland starting Sept. 14, 2026, with Starlink Wi‑Fi and fares from $149 one-way. Agent/Customer Experience: UK airports are rolling out next-gen 3D CT scanners to reduce liquid rules, while Travelodge trials waterproof notepads in showers to help guests capture ideas. Airline Recognition: Ethiopian Airlines won a “Connectivity Award” at the 2026 Aviation & Tourism Awards.
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