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Wednesday, Dec 16, 2020

Chinese spenders offer Phuket hope amid the wreckage of Thailand’s tourism industry

It’s the middle of peak season, but the beaches are empty, businesses are boarded up and go-go girls in Patong bars dance in return for virtual drinks But Phuket’s tourism industry sees a glimmer of h...

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Friday, Dec 11, 2020

Britons could be banned from travelling to EU countries under COVID rules when Brexit transition ends

The UK will no longer be part of the European Union's free movement rules after 1 January. Travel from the UK to the European mainland could be disrupted as a result of coronavirus restrictions once t...

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Friday, Dec 04, 2020

EU Budget 2021 deal: supporting the recovery

Provisional agreement reached on Friday Boosting funds for transport infrastructure, Digital Europe, climate action First annual budget of new seven-year financial framework *MEPs have fought for and ...

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Friday, Dec 04, 2020

Destinations that will not open for tourists until 2021

With many nations starting to relax travel restricts, some of the favourite holiday destinations have opted to remain closed to visitors until 2021. That is because many countries have decided to keep...

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Friday, Dec 04, 2020

Coronavirus: Italy bans Christmas travel between regions

*Italy is banning travel between its regions from 21 December to 6 January as part of strict coronavirus curbs over the Christmas holidays.* A curfew from 22:00 to 05:00 will also be in place. Restau...

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Thursday, Dec 03, 2020

Accessible Tourism Identified as ‘Game Changer’ for Destinations

Ensuring accessibility for tourists with specific access requirements can be a ‘game changer’ for destinations around the world as they look to bounce back from the impacts of the pandemic. A new set ...

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Thursday, Dec 03, 2020

How can we travel to remote communities while still being ethical?

*In 2021 and beyond, revitalising human connections and directing funds straight into the pockets of those who need it most will be an important part of the sustainable travel experience.* However, in...

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Thursday, Dec 03, 2020

“Fratelli tutti”: an invitation to act now for a post-pandemic world

Pope Francis’ encyclical letter “Fratelli tutti” provided the inspiration and the themes for reflection at an on-line seminar organized by The Pontifical Lateran University. Fratelli tutti: an encycli...

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Thursday, Dec 03, 2020

EasyJet to charge for overhead luggage 'to improve boarding and punctuality'

Customers with existing bookings from 10 February will not be charged extra. *EasyJet is to start charging passengers for hand luggage that does not fit underneath the seat in front of them.* The Luto...

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Thursday, Dec 03, 2020

French ski resorts protest plans to keep lifts closed over Christmas period

Ski resorts in the French regions of Isère and Savoie are protesting against the government's decision last week to keep ski lifts closed over the festive period to stop the spread of the COVID-19. Th...

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Wednesday, Dec 02, 2020

Global Hospitality Insights in COVID-19 Times - Webinar - The Middle East

Global Hospitality Insights Live will be holding another webinar in collaboration with MHRA through WINNING PROGRAMME *Sam-Erik Ruttmann* will be hosting *Hani Abu Dayyeh*, President of Net Tours and ...

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Wednesday, Dec 02, 2020

70% of Destinations Have Lifted Travel Restrictions, but Global Gap Emerging

The lifting of travel restrictions is essential to drive our wider recovery from the social and economic impacts of the pandemic The number of destinations closed to international tourism has continue...

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