AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAirport Travel Tips: Heathrow is warning Brits heading to Schengen this summer about extra queues tied to the Entry/Exit System (EES), which uses biometric checks and has already caused missed flights for some travellers. Vilnius Airport Upgrade: Vilnius Airport is pushing ahead with its terminal makeover, opening VNO Plaza as its biggest commercial space and unveiling a major duty-free expansion as passenger areas are rebuilt. New Route for Flyers: airBaltic will make the Vilnius–Berlin connection year-round, extending the direct service into the 2026/27 winter season. Midsummer in Riga: Riga’s traditional Herb Market opened in Old Town’s Doma Square for Midsummer celebrations, running with hundreds of vendors and local food and gifts. Coolcations Spotlight: A travel trend piece highlights Vilnius as a “coolcations” pick, pointing to nearby Blue Flag beaches and easy access to lakes and nature from the city centre. Lithuania–China Diplomacy: Lithuania has agreed to let China open a chargé d’affaires office, with consular and visa processing arrangements discussed as relations normalize. Travel Retail & Security: Lithuania is considering tighter rules that could block Russia- or Belarus-linked firms from operating at strategic sites like airports, with duty-free operator Travel Retail Vilnius mentioned.
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