AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoThailand Travel Costs: Thailand is considering a 1,000-baht (about US$30) fee for eligible passengers flying out of the country. If approved, it would be added to ticket prices; public consultation runs through Oct. 29. Booking Deals: An easyJet Holidays-commissioned study says package bookings can save British travelers an average of £328 on European city breaks, compared with arranging the same trip independently. Caribbean Tourism: The U.S. Virgin Islands ranked second in the region for growth in both overnight visitors, up 16.4%, and cruise arrivals, up 40.2%. China’s Holiday Rush: National Day travel surged, with 24.15 million rail trips expected on the final day of the break and longer, culture-focused trips gaining traction. Cooler Getaways: Northern Europe saw visitor numbers rise 10% in the spring, as more travelers seek relief from hotter summer destinations. Canary Islands Tax Proposal: A €1-per-night visitor levy has been suggested to fund child and family services, but it is not approved.
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