Armenia–Greece Tourism Talks: Armenia’s ambassador to Greece met the head of Greece’s travel agencies federation to discuss boosting tourist flows, including direct links between tour operators and Armenia’s participation in Thessaloniki’s Philoxenia fair. MICE Spotlight: Armenia won the MICE Excellence 2026 award for “Best Foreign Destination for Business and Corporate Events,” underlining growth in conferences and corporate travel. New Direct Flights: Shirak Avia will launch weekly direct routes from Yerevan to Bali, the Maldives, and Phuket starting this November, with one-way fares reported from about $455. Festival Buzz: The 4th Asia+ Festival 2026 opens in September–November with 100+ performances from 30+ countries; tickets go on sale July 23. Travel Disruption Watch: Low Danube water levels have stranded or rerouted cruise ships and suspended some ferry services in Romania, pushing travelers toward alternative transport. Border/Transit Update: Reports say heavy trucks are piling up near Russia’s Upper Lars checkpoint, while passenger cars are moving normally—worth planning for if you’re driving in the region. Culture & Heritage: A Goris cave studio project is bringing new life to the region’s cave-dwelling tradition, turning history into an arts experience.