Reopening updates
Saudi Arabia aims to attract USD 58 billion investments in tourism by 2023
Saudi Arabia is aiming to attract new investments worth SAR 220 billion (USD 58 billion) by 2023, and more than SAR 500 billion (USD 133.27 billion) until 2030
Unlocking outdoor magic: Things to do this winter season in Washington, DC
As Washington, DC re-opens cautiously, the phase two of the re-opening allows visitors to explore a bouquet of experiences outdoors
World Tourism Network wants Travel and Tourism on hold
The World Tourism Network in alignment with the African Tourism Board is urging the public to limit travel to essential business only.
Dubai unveils Happiness Card to offer discounts to travellers upon arrival. Here’s how you can get it
Dubai has announced the launch of ALSAADA Tourist Card or Happiness Card, a free discount card that will give tourists access to a wide range of exclusive privileges, discounts and promotions during their stay in the emirate
Visa-free travel to Thailand for these 56 countries
Despite the increasing trend of coronavirus cases, Thailand has announced the resumption of visa-free travel for citizens from 56 countries.
Tourism in Maharashtra to flourish post-COVID: Aditya Thackeray
While addressing an interactive session with FICCI Tourism Committee, Aditya Thackeray, minister for tourism, environment, protocol in Maharashtra said the state will see a major boost in tourism in the post-COVID era
Brexit-proof and Covid-friendly locations for 2021
Holiday Extras has predicted which locations will be top of the bucket-list as holidaymakers navigate the first year of travel post-Brexit, alongside coronavirus
China emerges as top theme in travel sector as recovery beckons
With lockdowns and shutdowns back across several countries to contain the possible second or third wave of COVID-19, China’s domestic travel rebound has fuelled discussions in the travel and tourism (T&T) sector
Machu Picchu shuts again
The Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, the crown jewel of Peru's tourist sites, has closed its doors for an indefinite period for security reasons amid protests by locals over train services
Maldives welcomes 100,000th tourist since reopening
On 6 December, the Maldives broke the record of daily arrivals since its reopening, with a total of 3,006 tourists arriving in the Indian Ocean destination
As more Philippine tourist sites reopen, DOT wants uniform travel requirements
The Department of Tourism calls for uniform travel requirements within the prescribed guidelines of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-MEID).
Is Italy Heading for a Third Lockdown?
Italy’s latent risk of entering the third phase of the COVID-19 pandemic is reminiscent of a disoriented flock being misled by its shepherd and his dogs.
Singapore-Vietnam green lane travel to be finalised by early next year
Singapore and Vietnam have agreed to expeditiously conclude ongoing discussions on a green lane agreement for essential business and official travel
South Africa closing beaches as COVID-19 infections rise
South Africa has imposed further COVID-19 restrictions, closing down beaches on the eastern coast and limiting large public gatherings ahead of the festive season, as the country looks to slow a sharp rise in infections
Sri Lanka to resume international flights from 26 Dec
Sri Lanka will resume international flights operations from 26 December, eight months after they were closed in view of the COVID-19 outbreak
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