AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoNiagara Falls Upgrade: New “Cataract Stairs and Overlook” at Niagara Falls State Park adds 163 stairs and a viewing platform within 35 feet of the American Falls, part of a $12M visitor-circulation boost. Youth Sports Tourism: St. Louis-area communities are betting on youth sports to drive out-of-town spending, with O’Fallon funding upgrades like synthetic turf and new batting cages. Airport as Expo Engine: Thailand is upgrading Udon Thani Airport to an international gateway ahead of the Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026, adding customs/immigration and VAT refund services. Tech for Tourism Growth: Uganda is rolling out an AI-led digital agenda for World Tourism Day, aiming to lift receipts and lengthen stays. Caribbean & Aviation Safety: Winair becomes the first airline to hold both IOSA and ISSA safety certifications simultaneously, strengthening partner confidence. Regional Air Liberalization: Argentina and Uruguay sign an open-skies-style deal to expand passenger and cargo capacity, supporting tourism and competition. Sustainability in Hotels: Mövenpick Hotel Doha earns Green Globe Gold for five straight years. Tourism Policy Watch: Belize tourism leaders push back on a proposed hotel tax increase, saying it’s tied to sargassum costs but the timing is wrong.
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