The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the ratification of the new PATA executive board. Soon-Hwa Wong has been formally endorsed as the chair of the association’s executive board and replaces Dr. Chris Bottrill who was elected chair in May 2018 and remains a member of the executive board as immediate past chair. Soon-Hwa […]
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Panama has now officially opened its borders and is welcoming international travellers back to the country’s main airport, Tocumen International Airport. To keep locals and travellers safe, the tourism board has worked closely with the ministry of health to implement new health and safety guidelines as it opens borders. The restart of flight operations is […]
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With all the gorgeous national parks in the African country being reopened to visitors now, Uganda is all ready to welcome international tourists. For the ones who plan to visit the country, here is a checklist. An international traveller will require a negative COVID-19 PCR test report (taken within 72 hours of entering the country). […]
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The UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) will work alongside the Expedia Group to strengthen ties between the public and private sectors and drive tourism’s recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see them collaborate on a range of topics, with the common goal […]
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With travel restrictions and health measures implemented due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Skål International will for the first time in its history execute a virtual Annual General Assembly in 2020. This successful assembly was conducted today under the leadership by Skål International President, Peter Morrison, based in New Zealand, and moderated by Jean-François Coté, Skål […]
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Emirates is rolling out a redesigned onboard experience. The celebrated A380 Onboard Lounge and Shower Spa have resumed operations with the introduction of additional health and safety measures. The airline has also enhanced its offering, introducing a nutrient-rich welcome drink for the winter season. The A380 Onboard Lounge, which serves First and Business Class customers, […]
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Your honeymoon is such a special time. It is when you get the opportunity to truly connect with your spouse. Experiencing this special time in a land that celebrates love and marital bond can be quite emotionally rewarding. There’s no place in the world that better captures the essence of everlasting love than India. The […]
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In the midst of the greatest trade fair crisis of all time, Messe Berlin in Germany has appointed a new CEO. In January, Martin Ecknig takes over from Christian Göke, who, after more than 20 years at the helm, had asked to terminate his contract in April. Ecknig’s appointment comes as a surprise to many […]
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As Thailand will welcome its first batch of tourists at the end of the month, the country is reportedly in talks with China to exempt Chinese tourists from the required 14-day quarantine by 2021. According to Tourism Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the exemption may push through if the limited reopening of Thailand for international tourism will […]
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Spanish Tourist Office outlines travel protocols for Balearic Islands and Canary Islands reopening
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Both the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands have been impacted heavily by COVID-19 due to the regions’ focus on tourism and dependency on airlift. The travel industry directly accounts for 35% of GDP in both regions; with the UK being the main source market in the Canary Islands; and the second source market for […]