AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTourism Watch: Cyprus recorded the EU’s steepest drop in tourist overnight stays in the first half of 2026, down 7.7% year-on-year, underlining how exposed the island remains to overseas demand. Travel & Leisure: Spain kept momentum with 58.1 million tourists from January to July, while Mallorca saw a slight July dip (down 0.5% overall), with Germans down more than 5%—a useful read for anyone tracking German outbound patterns. Germany Abroad & Mobility: Lufthansa expands Munich stopovers up to seven days, and Qantas adds reward-seat options across Europe via a new Condor partnership. On the Ground in Germany: Germany deported 22 Afghan asylum seekers with criminal records to Kabul, as deportation cooperation with the Taliban continues to shape travel and consular planning. Family & Culture: A guide to Athens’ National Garden (15.5 hectares, free entry, best in early/late light) offers an easy, low-stress city break stop. Travel Tech: China tightens lithium power-bank safety rules, with confiscations at airports—another reminder to check certifications before flying.
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