AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVanuatu Tourism Office (VTO) Trade Push: VTO is taking Tok Tok Vanuatu On Tour to Australia for the first time, with events in Sydney and Brisbane on 13–14 October to connect Efate, Espiritu Santo and Tanna operators with local travel agents (registration closes 18 September). Cruise Demand for Vanuatu: Royal Caribbean is leaning harder into the South Pacific ahead of the Lelepa opening, expanding its 2027–28 Asia-Pacific sailings from Australia and positioning Vanuatu as a key “land experience” draw. Visa Bond Shock for Pacific Travel: The U.S. has made its US$20,000 visa bond program permanent for 50 countries, and Vanuatu is among those covered—sparking fresh concern that it could curb travel volumes. Safety at Sea: Authorities are searching in Vanuatu for six people missing after a banana boat failed to reach Tanna. Community Sport in Vanuatu: Volleyball coaching know-how is spreading after a Vanuatu training program, with local participants running competitions and using bamboo and other local materials.
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