AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTravel Safety in Latvia: Latvia’s hot-weather season is turning deadly again, with reports of children drowning in recent days and warnings that reckless swimming and poor supervision are driving the toll. Midsummer Road Checks: Police stepped up drunk-driving enforcement over the holiday period, arresting dozens of drivers and highlighting how many people still underestimate the risks. Riga Airport Spotlight: RIX Riga Airport has been recognized as the Best European Airport in its passenger category, a boost for Latvia’s tourism gateway. Cruise Disruption: Norwegian Sun’s Northern Europe sailing is being hit by propulsion problems, with more ports dropped and compensation offered to affected guests. Beach Water Quality: A new European Environment Agency report ranks Europe’s cleanest bathing waters, with most sites meeting EU standards—useful for planning summer swims. Entry Rules for Spain: UK travellers heading to Schengen (including Spain) face new passport checks under the Entry/Exit System, though some exemptions apply. Local Coastal Life: In Liepāja, seagulls are getting bolder, stealing food and causing headaches for residents and businesses—so prevention is being emphasized over “fighting” the birds. Latvia in the Spotlight via Sport: A Latvian-linked youth hockey story highlights international tournament travel, including a trip to Riga for a major junior event.
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