New Air Links for Armenia: FlyOne Armenia launched direct Yerevan–Almaty flights (twice weekly), adding to the region’s growing connectivity. Tourism Growth Watch: Spain’s Costa Blanca reported record spring spending—over €1.024 billion in April—boosted by stronger flight links, a sign of how route expansion can lift demand. Armenia’s Trail for Hikers: HIKEArmenia is taking the Armenian National Trail online, mapping a nearly 1,000 km north-to-south route for outdoor travelers. Hotel & Investment Momentum: Armenia’s hotel market is entering a new growth phase as tourism, investment, and international brands accelerate. Visa Access Update: Armenia waived visa requirements for holders of EU and UN travel documents, making cross-border travel easier for specific traveler groups. EU Aviation Safety Reminder: The EU updated its Air Safety List, with 154 airlines banned from EU skies—important for anyone planning flights via Europe. Regional Travel Disruption: Reports say a travel ban was imposed on Strong Armenia’s Narek Karapetyan, after claims he was blocked from crossing the Armenia–Georgia border. Humanitarian Route via Turkey: Armenian trucks delivered 80 tons of aid to Lebanon through the Margara border checkpoint, underscoring how logistics corridors can support travel-adjacent supply chains.