AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCruise Economics in Focus: Norwegian Viva’s 2027–2028 Puerto Rico cancellations are expected to hit the island’s tourism economy by about $17m (with wider losses potentially reaching $40m when combined with other ship impacts), after the line cited port availability and said it will relocate departures to Miami. Port Disruption: In Mexico’s Costa Maya, a labor protest blocked the main access road to the cruise port, forcing shore excursion cancellations and leaving passengers stuck on buses. Border Rules for Travelers: The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is now fully operational, replacing passport stamps with biometric checks; experts warn of summer travel slowdowns while countries iron out issues. Schengen Update: The European Commission has urged nine Schengen countries (including Norway) to phase out internal border checks, arguing new migration tools like EES reduce the need for controls. Arctic Security Angle: Norway’s defence minister warned Russia must not gain control of the Bear Gap, citing risks for NATO and northern Europe. Cruise Industry Moves: Windstar Cruises appointed Jennifer West as VP of sales for North America, effective June 15, as the line prepares new ship launches.
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