Tourism Growth: Armenia welcomed 1.240 million tourists in Jan–July 2026, up 7% year-on-year, with Russia still the biggest source market (40%). Policy & Regulation: The government will create a unified database for tourism service providers, aiming to centralize data, improve oversight, and cut bureaucracy. Accommodation & Brands: Hyatt Regency is set to launch in Armenia with Hyatt Regency Dilijan (planned 205 rooms), adding another international flag to the country’s hotel scene. Russian Demand: A study reports Russian tourist accommodation bookings in Armenia jumped 42% in August 2026, and Armenia ranks among top destinations for Russians. Travel Infrastructure: A new China Southern Airlines Yerevan office signals continued airline expansion. Culture & City Life: A feature highlights Siranush Aghajanyan’s mosaic Yerevan—a growing street-art trail that’s increasingly tourism-friendly. Big Attraction: Work continues on the world’s tallest Jesus statue in Armenia, with a tourism complex and cable car planned for next year.