AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUS Visa Bonds Go Permanent: The U.S. has made its refundable visa bond programme permanent for business and tourist travellers from 50 countries, with deposits now capped at up to $20,000—Seychelles is on the list, alongside Mauritius and many other African nations. Seychelles-India Cultural Ties: At Seychelles’ 50th Independence celebrations in New Delhi, Indian officials highlighted five decades of friendship and people-to-people links between the two Indian Ocean neighbours. Tourism & Culture Spotlight: Alain St. Ange is set to deliver a keynote at Clevenard Open Project 2026, focusing on how tourism can support economies while protecting cultures and environments. Local Sports Moment: The Seychelles Volleyball Federation Cup reaches its finals, with City Ladies vs Arsu Ladies and Neo Boyz vs Brotherhood. Global Travel Talk: A new ranking crowns Whitehaven Beach as the world’s most beautiful, while social media “destination gatekeeping” debates whether sharing hidden spots helps or harms.
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