AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTourism Numbers: Albania welcomed nearly 5 million foreign arrivals in H1 2026, up 6.2% year-on-year, with June alone bringing 1.3 million visitors. Hotel Tax Boost: Municipalities collected €7.8m from hotel taxes in 2025—up sharply over the decade—along with new rules aimed at better reporting by accommodation providers. Ryanair Safety Alert: A passenger on a Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki to Germany was reportedly sucked toward a shattered window at 15,000ft; his wife helped hold him in place as oxygen masks dropped. EU Accession Pressure: Protests continue over a high-profile Adriatic resort dispute tied to protected land, property claims, and an investigation—another rule-of-law test for Albania. Travel Deals: Qatar Airways launched a Europe-account Avios promo (2X Avios) for eligible Privilege Club members booking by July 31. Albanian Riviera Guide: A roundup highlights quieter, less-crowded beaches along the coast—plus a reminder to take your trash back.
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