AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUS Travel Policy: The U.S. has made its visa bond program permanent for 50 countries, with would-be visitors potentially required to post $10,000–$20,000 in cash—U.S. Travel warns this could sharply cut tourism if expanded, citing an 83% drop in visas issued during the pilot. Golden Visas in Africa: Mauritius, Ethiopia, and São Tomé and Príncipe are highlighted among 2026 golden visa options, with entry costs ranging from $90,000 to $10 million as investment migration grows. UNESCO for Travelers: UNESCO added 25 new World Heritage Sites at its Busan session, including first-ever listings for São Tomé and Príncipe—another reason to plan ahead for heritage-focused trips. Road Safety & Crime: A fatal A33 crash near Seixal found a BMW packed with drugs, cash, and weapons; reports say at least one passenger may have links to São Tomé and Príncipe, with investigations ongoing. Travel Inspiration: A roundup spotlights “underrated” African destinations, calling São Tomé and Príncipe the “African Galapagos.”
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