AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEU Tourism Watch: Eurostat says EU overnight stays in tourist accommodation rose 1.7% in the first half of 2026, but Latvia saw a 1% drop—while Estonia grew 5%. Island Travel Buzz: Saaremaa reports a stronger summer, with more cyclists and a boost from new Helsinki–Kuressaare flights. Visa Rules for Travellers: Thailand will cut visa-free tourism stays from 60 to 30 days for passport holders from 60 countries from Sept 15, 2026 (land entries limited to twice yearly). Latvian Consular Update: Latvia’s Foreign Ministry is finalizing a consular staff trip to Kathmandu as Nepal-Tibet flood lists include all 33 Latvian nationals reported missing; some are confirmed safe, but no rescues yet. Major Disaster Impact: Nepal-China floods have passed 1,000 deaths and thousands missing, including foreign nationals from many countries. Travel Safety Signals: Reports of a drone crossing into Estonia near Põlva raise fresh regional concern. Local Tourism Ideas: A “gastro tourism” route is being promoted in northern Latvia.
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