AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBhutan Tourism Surge: Bhutan welcomed 14,913 international visitors in July 2026, nearly doubling from 7,513 in July 2025 (+98.5%), with Indians still leading (9,762; 65.5%) and steady growth from other markets (4,911; 34.5%), as the Department of Tourism points to better access and expanding services. Bhutan-India Border Access: India added new e-Visa entry/exit points to boost cross-border travel—highlighting Jaigaon and Darranga for eastern Bhutan—while expanding the total designated network to 88 ports (37 airports, 38 seaports, 13 land crossings). Health & Travel Comfort: Peritoneal dialysis is now available at home in Bhutan, reducing repeated hospital trips for kidney patients and easing travel and costs for families. Local Livelihoods: Cordyceps collectors in Naro Gewog, Thimphu held back sales after auction prices disappointed, citing limited buyer competition and uncertainty over the trade’s future. Sustainable Luxury Spotlight: Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 Edge List includes Amankora’s “Ultimate Amankora Journey,” spotlighting a Bhutan itinerary across the country’s five valleys.
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