AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAir Travel: EU airlines will have to include a cabin bag in standard fares from October 2027, with travellers able to opt out for a lower price. Rail Connections: A new booking partnership lets Eurostar passengers continue overnight from Brussels to Berlin, Prague, Milan, Lake Como, Dresden or Hamburg on one ticket. Tourism Outlook: Europe’s travel sector is forecast to grow 3.1% in 2026, outpacing the wider economy, according to WTTC figures unveiled in Malta. Food Tourism: Michelin is expanding its Greece guide beyond Athens to include Thessaloniki and Santorini, with selections due October 20. Visitor Health: A UK report says sewage was discharged into waterways for more than three million hours in 2025, raising concerns about risks to swimmers and coastal visitors. Spain’s Housing Crunch: The crisis has helped trigger a snap election, as residents in popular destinations warn that short-term rentals are worsening pressure on housing.
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