AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAirport Expansion: Slovakia’s government wants to speed up Bratislava Airport’s expansion after reports of passengers missing flights, with PM Robert Fico tasking the transport minister and airport management to draft a development strategy for cabinet approval in August or September, including about €50 million for a larger terminal and more aircraft stands. Tourism Pressure: Vlkolínec, a UNESCO-listed log-house village near Žilina, is under strain from overtourism, with residents complaining about privacy and “no entry/no photography” signs as around 100,000 visitors a year wander through the small year-round community of just 17 people. Air Connectivity Boost: Wizz Air will launch direct Bratislava–Baku–Bratislava flights from September 29, 2026, twice weekly, aiming to improve access for both leisure and business travelers. Cultural Spotlight: The 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival opened in the Czech spa town with major stars and the Crystal Globe going to Dustin Hoffman, underlining the region’s draw for international visitors. Travel Safety & Rules: New EU border checks via the Entry/Exit System are being credited with stopping about 1,000 people deemed a risk to the EU, a reminder that travel rules are tightening across Europe.
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