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Indonesia Tourism Minister invites World Travel Industry SMEs to Bali

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Sep 22, 2022 0

Thailand Deputy Secretary-General to the PM disclosed that the government has set a tourism target to reach 80% of its 2019 level in 2023. Thailand anticipates tourism revenue of 2.38…

Business travel is making a strong comeback

Harry Johnson Jun 23, 2022

Following the easing of global COVID-19 restrictions, mentions in filings of ‘business travel’ per company across sectors rose 17% in 2021 and have risen a further 4% in 2022, suggesting…

Seychelles scraps outdoor mask policy

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 23, 2022

Visitors worldwide sigh in relief as outdoor mask-wearing is now optional following a review of the Public Health measures in Seychelles. Only (3) three months after allowing…

Qatar Airways concludes its hosting of IATA AGM

Harry Johnson Jun 22, 2022

Qatar Airways successfully concluded hosting the 78th International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting, held under the Patronage of His Highness The Amir, Sheikh Tamim…

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Ensuring Safe Rollout of 5G Networks on Airlines

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 21, 2022

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to work closely with the aviation industry to ensure that aviation and incumbent aviation safety systems can safely…

Skal Wishes Happy Landings on New Direct Thailand Flights

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Jun 18, 2022

Following the announcement this week by Phoenix Aviation that it will launch direct flights between Hua Hin and Phuket later this summer, tourism organizations such as SKAL International Hua…

Costa Cruises christens its new LNG-powered flagship in Barcelona

Harry Johnson Jun 18, 2022

Costa Cruises today celebrated in the port of Barcelona, Spain, the christening ceremony of Costa Toscana, the newest Italian-flagged ship in the Costa Cruises fleet, with the theme of “The…

SAUDIA is ready for 2022 Hajj season

Harry Johnson Jun 17, 2022

Editor Jun 15, 2022

Traveling is back on the cards to the delight of many around the world after waiting endlessly for the green light post-pandemic. While things are slowly getting back to whatever normal is…

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New Airbus A321XLR jet takes off for the first time

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022

Airbus’ first A321XLR (Xtra Long Range) has successfully accomplished its first flight. The aircraft, MSN 11000, took off from Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport at 11:05 hrs CEST for a test…

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71% of Europeans will be traveling this summer

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022

The findings of 21st edition of the Holiday Barometer have been announced today. The survey was conducted among 15,000 people across 15 countries. The survey was taken between April 26 and…

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New Tokyo-Narita to San José flight on ZIPAIR

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022

In a press conference held earlier today in Tokyo, Japanese low-cost carrier ZIPAIR announced plans to inaugurate new, nonstop service between Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and…

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Computer glitch shuts down Swiss airspace

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022

Switzerland’s major airports in Zurich and Geneva were paralyzed today, halting all landings and takeoffs after the air traffic control service Skyguide grounded all flights early on…

Critical Factors to Attract Hotel Investments

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 15, 2022

While the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) projections point to strong growth in Travel & Tourism investment over the next decade Click to read the full story: Critical…

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What is Tourism Resilience According to WTTC?

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 15, 2022

Puerto Rico sets the scene in a brand new released WTTC study entitled Enhancing Resilience to drive sustainability in a destination. Click to read the full story: What is Tourism…

Carnival Luminosa to transfer to Carnival Cruise Line fleet

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022

Costa Luminosa cruise ship will join the Carnival fleet in September and will start guest operations as Carnival Luminosa in November 2022 from Brisbane, Australia, Carnival Cruise Line…

Fiji Drops All Testing Requirements For Inbound International Travelers

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 15, 2022

Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Top Destination For Families & Multigenerational Travelers Welcomes Back Guests With travel restrictions loosening by the day and more countries fully…

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WestJet passengers now cleared to fly before reaching airport

Harry Johnson Jun 14, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN London-based technology company Zamna is announcing a pilot of its patented digital intelligence system with the Canadian airline WestJet, across select international…

The Hidden Door to Shambhala Songtsam Guides Guests & Readers

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 14, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN On “A Path to Enlightenment” Through New Hardcover Brand Story Songtsam Hotels, Resorts & Tours, an award-winning boutique luxury hotel chain in the Tibet and Yunnan…

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Airports are a mess in the UK

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 14, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN This past weekend, 159 flights were cancelled just at Gatwick Airport with EasyJet accounting for half of the flights cancelled with 80 trips off the tote boards on Sunday.…

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Harry Johnson Jun 8, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN A bipartisan group of 38 mayors representing American cities and counties spanning Miami to San Francisco sent a letter on Tuesday to the Biden administration…

New United Flight to Brisbane brings tourism opportunities

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 8, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Tourism in Australia and the United States will get a sizable push later this year. You cannot book the flight yet on united.com, but the Queensland Government and Brisbane…

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Why Airbus and Boeing now fly with fake spare parts installed

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 8, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN With sanctions against Russia for its brutal attack on Ukraine, international aviation may become a collateral casualty in this war. As it has been shown for decades in…

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Pilot flies final flight for Royal Household

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 7, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Today, Luxaviation UK is announcing its chief pilot Glyn Anderson is retiring from flying commercial flights including his royal duties after a distinguished 25 years of…

Travel Advisors Speak Out on Inbound Testing on International Travel

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 7, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) President and CEO Zane Kerby issued the following statement in advance of today’s Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation…

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Skal Asia Bucks COVID Trend with Stellar Growth

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 7, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN The 51st Skal Asia Area (SAA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) was conducted online and was graced by a dazzling array of Skal stars who turned up eager to hear news of this…

India tracking towards UN Sustainable Goals

Anil Mathur - eTN India Jun 7, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Head of the United Nations (UN) In India, Shombi Sharp, told the national summit in Delhi on June 4 that tourism has been included as targets in goals 8 (Decent Work and…

The Future of Tourism according to the World Tourism Barometer

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 6, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Tourism leaders are easy to announce and celebrate behind the resilience of the international travel and tourism industry. This resilience is now also echoed by the World…

How much is Saudi Arabia investing in Tourism?

Juergen T Steinmetz May 30, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN What about investing $1 trillion in tourism. This is serious business by any standard, and the oil-rich kingdom of Saudi Arabia is doing it. The Kingdom hopes for 100…

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Rapid Rise in Foreign Hiring in the UK

Dmytro Makarov May 28, 2022

Rapid Rise in Foreign Hiring in the UK - A steep shortage of candidates in the United Kingdom is forcing British employers to seek foreign talents to fill vacancies. These employers offer…

Tourism Seychelles Intensifies Its Presence In Saudi Arabia

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QT’s Brand Of Hotel Coming To Australia’s Newcastle - QT Hotels & Resorts, the designer hotel collection in Australia and New Zealand, will soon debut its newest hotel in Newcastle, the…

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Singapore Tourism Awards 2022: Contributions During Covid-19

Dmytro Makarov May 25, 2022

Singapore Tourism Awards 2022: Contributions During Covid-19 - 35 individuals and organisations were recognised this evening at the Singapore Tourism Awards 2022 for demonstrating…

Ritz-Carlton Reserve Comes to Saudi Arabia

Dmytro Makarov May 25, 2022

Ritz-Carlton Reserve Comes to Saudi Arabia - “We are thrilled to bring our most luxurious brand, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and its exemplary experience to the Middle East. Perfectly situated on…

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Turks And Caicos Islands See Major Increase in Visitor Arrivals

Dmytro Makarov May 25, 2022

Turks And Caicos Islands See Major Increase in Visitor Arrivals - As the tourism sector rebounds, the Turks and Caicos are again breaking visitor arrival records, with some 138,762 air…

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FAA finds Hawaii Airline Unsafe

Juergen T Steinmetz May 25, 2022

FAA finds Hawaii Airline Unsafe - Transair and Transair Express is Hawaii-based and operates between the Hawaiian islands. Freight, cargo, or passengers, all airlines should be safe. A…

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Saudi Arabia declares 16 countries off limits to its citizens

Harry Johnson May 24, 2022

Saudi Arabia declares 16 countries off limits to its citizens - In response to the COVID-19 gradual resurgence, Saudi Arabia’s government has issued a travel ban for 16 countries,…

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Over 120,000 people gather in Brussels for Belgian Pride 2022

Harry Johnson May 21, 2022

Over 120,000 people gather in Brussels for Belgian Pride 2022 - After a two-year absence, Belgian Pride was making its long-awaited comeback this year. More than 120,000 participated in the…

India Tour Operators Lay Out Plan for Tourism Revival

Anil Mathur - eTN India May 21, 2022

India Tour Operators Lay Out Plan for Tourism Revival - As per directives from the Hon. Prime Minister of India, Hon. Narendra Modi, a 2-member delegation from the Indian Association of…

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Huge fire shuts down Geneva International Airport

Harry Johnson May 21, 2022

Huge fire shuts down Geneva International Airport - Switzerland’s Geneva Airport (GVA) was forced to suspend all landings on Friday afternoon, due to a massive fire at a nearby…

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Pegasus Airlines names new Chief Commercial Officer

Harry Johnson May 20, 2022

Pegasus Airlines names new Chief Commercial Officer - Onur Dedeköylü, who has been working as Senior Vice President for Marketing at Pegasus Airlines since 2010 and has made significant…

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World’s best and worst airports for business class travelers

Harry Johnson May 19, 2022

World’s best and worst airports for business class travelers - While flying business class is something that many travelers will never get to experience, it can make for a nice treat…

SATTE 2022 Opens to Amazing Response

Anil Mathur - eTN India May 19, 2022

SATTE 2022 Opens to Amazing Response - The much-awaited travel show, SATTE, opened today, May 18, 2022, signifying a resurgence in the COVID-hit travel and tourism industry. This is the…

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Southwest Airlines launches new fare with transferable credits

Harry Johnson May 19, 2022

Southwest Airlines launches new fare with transferable credits - Southwest Airlines Co. today announces the launch of Wanna Get Away Plus™, a new fare product that adds more…

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Cunard Reports Busiest Booking Day in a Decade

Dmytro Makarov May 19, 2022

Cunard Reports Busiest Booking Day in a Decade - Maiden season on new ship Queen Anne shows demand for Cunard at record levels Luxury cruise line Cunard has reported that the…

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Air passenger travel between USA and Europe up 1,003%

Harry Johnson May 19, 2022

Air passenger travel between USA and Europe up 1,003% - Data recently released by the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) show that in April 2022: U.S.-International air traffic…

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Low-cost airlines will emerge from pandemic stronger than ever

Harry Johnson May 18, 2022

Low-cost airlines will emerge from pandemic stronger than ever - Rising living costs and increased airfares will lead to passengers, who may traditionally prefer to stay loyal to national…

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Can you guess which UK Hotel is the best? - TripAdvisor has named Resident Hotels’ Covent Garden property as its best hotel in the UK for 2022. Resident Hotels credited the award to its…

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Juergen T Steinmetz May 10, 2022

New Major MICE & Wedding Venue in Phuket, Thailand - SAii Laguna Phuket, the free-spirited lifestyle resort on Phuket’s stunning sunset coast, is now set to become one of the island’s…

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Harry Johnson May 10, 2022

Lufthansa Group is buying new Boeing 777-8 and 787 aircraft - The Lufthansa Group is buying more state-of-the-art long-haul aircraft. The Executive Board has decided to purchase: –…

All about the new Summer Pass for tourists in Abu Dhabi

Juergen T Steinmetz May 9, 2022

Harry Johnson May 7, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN According to the latest industry data, Russian outbound tourism, already severely handicapped by the global COVID-19 pandemic travel restrictions, has fallen even further,…

Massive explosion rips through Saratoga Hotel in Havana, Cuba

Harry Johnson May 7, 2022

Massive explosion rips through Saratoga Hotel in Havana, Cuba - Multiple floors of the upscale Saratoga Hotel in Havana, Cuba were completely destroyed after a huge explosion ripped through…

Swiss Graubunden wants more tourists from the Gulf this summer

Harry Johnson May 6, 2022

Swiss Graubunden wants more tourists from the Gulf this summer - The Swiss region of Graubunden, is aiming to attract record numbers of GCC visitors this summer, with a focus on the great…

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Lufthansa and Eurowings Discover offer special flights to the UEFA Europa League final

Harry Johnson May 6, 2022

Lufthansa and Eurowings Discover offer special flights to the UEFA Europa League final - Eintracht Frankfurt has been in the final of the UEFA Europa League since yesterday evening. It is…

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European Union to suspend Visa Facilitation Agreement with Russia

Harry Johnson May 5, 2022

European Union to suspend Visa Facilitation Agreement with Russia - The European Commission announced on Twitter today that it has issued the guidelines to help European Union states…

India Tour Operators Say More Tourism Support Needed

Anil Mathur - eTN India May 5, 2022

India Tour Operators Say More Tourism Support Needed - The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) has written to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi thanking him for extolling NRI’s…

Place People at the Heart of Sustainable Tourism Recovery

Linda S. Hohnholz May 5, 2022

Place People at the Heart of Sustainable Tourism Recovery - In his first address at the United Nations General Assembly today (May 4), Jamaica Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, urged…

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Giving Thanks and Giving Back: Sandals Resorts Celebrates

Linda S. Hohnholz May 5, 2022

Giving Thanks and Giving Back: Sandals Resorts Celebrates - Together with the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), Sandals Resorts International (SRI) – parent company of luxury…

America’s most endangered historic places in 2022

Harry Johnson May 5, 2022

America’s most endangered historic places in 2022 - The National Trust for Historic Preservation today unveils its much-anticipated annual list of America’s 11 Most…

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International visitors spent $10.1 billion in the USA in March

Harry Johnson May 5, 2022

International visitors spent $10.1 billion in the USA in March - Data recently released by the US National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) show that in March 2022: International visitors…

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Samoa is set to reopen its borders to international visitors

Harry Johnson May 4, 2022

Samoa is set to reopen its borders to international visitors - The Samoan Government has announced it will be reopening its border to international travelers from August/September later…

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Alaska Airlines launches new Star Wars-themed aircraft

Harry Johnson May 4, 2022

Alaska Airlines launches new Star Wars-themed aircraft - Alaska Airlines joined forces with Disneyland Resort today, May the Fourth, to unveil a new, one-of-its-kind Star Wars-themed…

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What’s New in The Bahamas in May

Linda S. Hohnholz May 4, 2022

What’s New in The Bahamas in May - With the busy summer travel season fast approaching, The Bahamas is gearing up to welcome visitors with deals and promotions, the return of highly…

The St. Regis San Francisco Named Five-Star Hotel by Forbes

Linda S. Hohnholz May 4, 2022

The St. Regis San Francisco Named Five-Star Hotel by Forbes - The St. Regis San Francisco, a 5-star hotel renowned for its premier location, bespoke services, exquisite accommodations,…

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San José Airport honors life and legacy of Norman Mineta

Harry Johnson May 4, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Mineta San José International Airport Director, John Aitken, issued a statement today honoring the life and legacy of former Secretary of Transportation, Norman Y. Mineta.…

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How Online Banking Improves Your Business

Editor May 4, 2022

How Online Banking Improves Your Business - With the development of e-commerce, the traditional financial business and classic banking services are becoming more and more restrictive to…

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Frequent-flyer programs increase the cost of business travel

Harry Johnson May 4, 2022

Frequent-flyer programs increase the cost of business travel - Airline frequent-flyer programs are a staple for air travel, particularly frequent business travelers, but do they add to the…

Juergen T Steinmetz May 2, 2022

Qantas loves Airbus for new non-stop flights to London and New York - Australia’s Qantas Group has confirmed that it will order 12 A350-1000s, 20 A220s, and 20 A321XLRs. The news was…

India cancels hundreds of passenger trains to move extra coal

Harry Johnson May 1, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN As India scrambles to overcome its worst power crisis in years, the government-owned coal mining and refining corporation Coal India, which accounts for 80…

The Philippines is the New Ultimate Medical Tourism Destination

Juergen T Steinmetz Apr 30, 2022

The Philippines is the New Ultimate Medical Tourism Destination - Slippers and shorts are a standard dress code in Hawaii. As a resident in the Aloha State for more than 30 years, this has…

Oktoberfest festival returns to Munich this year

Harry Johnson Apr 30, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Munich city authorities announced that after a two-year break caused by the global COVID-19 pandemic, world-famous Oktoberfest festival will return to the Bavarian capital…

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The Best Student-Friendly Countries to Visit

Editor Apr 29, 2022

The Best Student-Friendly Countries to Visit - Modern students have all opportunities today to quench their wanderlust. Besides, many of them can easily afford it, and more and more young…

Zanzibar Set for Grand Africa Week Celebrations in May

Apolinari Tairo - eTN Tanzania Apr 29, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Zanzibar, the tourist paradise island on the Indian Ocean, is set to host Africa Day next month as part of celebrating African unity day that was achieved to unite African…

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United adds New York-Nice flights, increases Monaco connections

Harry Johnson Apr 29, 2022

United adds New York-Nice flights, increases Monaco connections - United Airlines will be adding new services beginning April 29, linking New York/Newark to Nice, Monaco’s closest…

Tourism Seychelles France Reconnects with Consumers

Linda S. Hohnholz Apr 29, 2022

Tourism Seychelles France Reconnects with Consumers - On a mission to increase visibility for the island destination, the Tourism Seychelles Office in Paris spent a month and a half on the…

Multi Award Winner Pop Artist Lewis Capaldi Ready To Take The Stage In Malta!

Linda S. Hohnholz Apr 29, 2022

Multi Award Winner Pop Artist Lewis Capaldi Ready To Take The Stage In Malta! - Lewis Capaldi, one of the most exciting names in pop music and multi award winner, will be making his debut…

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Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare

Harry Johnson Apr 29, 2022

Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare - Today, Air Transat and WestJet have launched a new transatlantic codeshare. WestJet’s “WS” code is now…

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Uganda ends PCR test mandate for all vaccinated outbound travelers

Tony Ofungi - eTN Uganda Apr 29, 2022

Uganda ends PCR test mandate for all vaccinated outbound travelers - On April 27, 2022, the Minister of Health, Honorable Jane Ruth Achieng, updatedthe public in a televised statement on…

Harry Johnson Apr 28, 2022

Sustainability themed Turkish Airlines aircraft takes to the skies - Flying to more countries than any other airline, Turkish Airlines introduced a special design element adorned with…

Who is the Minister of Tourism in Saudi Arabia?

Juergen T Steinmetz Apr 28, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN The first Minister of Tourism for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is HE Ahmed Al Khateeb. The Ministry of Tourism was established in Saudi Arabia only on February 25, 2020,…

Egypt wants to have tourism come back, but safely

Juergen Steinmetz Jan 5, 2021

In Egypt out of 1,200 hotels, 700 have licenses to operate under current health restrictions due to COVID-19 Continue reading Egypt wants to have tourism come back, but safely at eTurboNews…

Hong Kong COVID-19 Testing: Simple, Convenient and Free

Linda Hohnholz Dec 23, 2020

Hong Kong is diligently working to make it as simple as possible for people to test for COVID-19 as they go about their days using public transportation.

Alaska Airlines ups Boeing 737 MAX orders and options to 120 jets

Harry S. Johnson Dec 23, 2020

Boeing and Alaska Airlines announced that the carrier is buying 23 more 737-9 airplanes

Hotel Industry: Include hotel workers in Phase 1b of COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Harry S. Johnson Dec 23, 2020

the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) is calling on governors and state public health agencies to include hotel employees for inclusion in phase “1b” of the vaccination rollout.

Qatar Airways: Full year of flexibility in 2021

Harry S. Johnson Dec 22, 2020

Qatar Airways has announced that it will offer passengers unlimited date changes and fee-free refunds for all tickets issued before 30 April 2021 for travel completed by 31 December 2021.

Switzerland announces entry ban, retroactive quarantine for travelers from UK and South Africa

Harry S. Johnson Dec 22, 2020

All persons who have entered Switzerland from these two countries since 14 December must go into quarantine for 10 days.

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine approved for use in European Union

Harry S. Johnson Dec 22, 2020

European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced that it is recommending the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine be granted authorization for use in the European Union for people over the age of 16.

Cebu Pacific now offers antigen tests to passengers

Harry S. Johnson Dec 21, 2020

Cebu Pacific (CEB), commercially launches its Test Before Boarding (TBB) process for passengers flying from Manila

Russia suspends all flights with Great Britain

Harry S. Johnson Dec 21, 2020

Russia suspended all flights with the UK amid news of the discovery of a new, more contagious strain of COVID-19 in the country

Sudden Massive Volcano Eruption on Hawaii Island

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 21, 2020

On Hawaii Island (Big Island of Hawaii) the Hawaii County Civil Defense reported the The Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Kīlauea Caldera suddenly erupted after 9.30pm Hawaii time Sunday night.

World Tourism Network wants Travel and Tourism on hold

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 21, 2020

The World Tourism Network in alignment with the African Tourism Board is urging the public to limit travel to essential business only.

Hurting US Travel Industry Welcomes COVID Relief Deal

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 21, 2020

U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow issued the following statement on the announced bipartisan agreement on a COVID relief package:

Immediate side effects when getting the COVID-19 vaccine

ETN Managing Editor Dec 21, 2020

According to a German medical expert talking not in official capacity, these are the side effects someone should expect to experience when getting the BioNTech Vaccine against COVID-19.

EU halts all travel with UK due to new COVID-19 mutation

Harry S. Johnson Dec 21, 2020

French authorities are planning to close the border with the UK after the discovery of a new strain of coronavirus

President Trump to impose Marshall Law in the United States?

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 20, 2020

Cathryn Pikett from Kansas wants President Donald Trump to declare Marshall law in the United States, so he can stay in power. It appears President Trump agrees with Cathryn.

Escaping Coronavirus: North Korea Tourist Resort wants Chinese Visitors

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 20, 2020

According to North Korea, there has been not even one Coronavirus case in this isolated country.

Hilton aims to open and manage 1000 hotels in China by 2025

Harry S. Johnson Dec 18, 2020

Hilton Hotels & Resorts aims at opening and managing 1,000 hotels in China by 2025

Qatar Airways surprises and delights passengers this Holiday Season

Harry S. Johnson Dec 17, 2020

Qatar Airways is delighted to welcome this festive season by creating special moments that will surprise and delight our passengers both on board and on the ground.

Is Italy Heading for a Third Lockdown?

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Dec 17, 2020

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.

Thailand resumes visa-free regime for Russian tourists

Harry S. Johnson Dec 17, 2020

Thailand’s authorities have decided to resume the visa-free regime for Russian tourists.

Airlines: No Vax, No Fly?

Harry S. Johnson Dec 17, 2020

Who would’ve thought airlines would be the biggest cheerleaders for the new COVID-19 vaccine? Yes, the aviation industry is pushing hardest for anything that will bring back customers and…

First Air Canada flight from Toronto to Doha lands at Hamad International Airport

Harry S. Johnson Dec 17, 2020

Qatar Airways welcomed Air Canada’s inaugural flight from Toronto to Doha today,

IATA unveils key design elements of IATA Travel Pass

Harry S. Johnson Dec 16, 2020

IATA) unveiled key design elements of the IATA Travel Pass

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Draws Close to 1 Million

Linda Hohnholz Dec 16, 2020

The 2020 Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival officially concluded yesterday. It was the first time the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) had adopted an “online + offline” format for the event

Cebu Pacific extends unlimited rebooking until March 31, 2021

Harry S. Johnson Dec 16, 2020

Cebu Pacific continues to extend the validity of its flexible options for passengers traveling until March 31, 2021.

Seychelles Reconnects to Doha

Linda Hohnholz Dec 16, 2020

Seychelles welcomes Qatar Airways back on its shores as the airline landed at the Seychelles International airport of Pointe Larue on Tuesday

The Seychelles Islands embarks on adventure with National Geographic

Linda Hohnholz Dec 16, 2020

Seychelles features in National Geographic for a brand partnership made in collaboration with the Seychelles Tourism Board dubbed “Island Adventures”

UAE and Saudi Arabia top global survey for intent to travel abroad in 2021

ETN Chief Assignment Editor Dec 16, 2020

‘Global Holiday Intent’ survey conducted by YouGov has revealed that residents in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are the most likely to make an international trip in 2021.

Delta’s first COVID-tested flight departs Atlanta

Harry S. Johnson Dec 16, 2020

Delta Air Lines‘ customers with essential travel needs can now fly from Atlanta to Amsterdam without having to quarantine after arrival

Heathrow reminds passengers of COVID-19 guidelines ahead of Christmas getaway

Harry S. Johnson Dec 16, 2020

As Heathrow prepares for a much needed boost in the form of the Christmas getaway and the capital moves into Tier 3, passengers are being reminded of guidelines at the airport.

IATA: Governments must consider aviation workers as essential for vaccination

ETN Chief Assignment Editor Dec 16, 2020

IATA renewed its call on governments to ensure that employees in the aviation sector are considered as essential workers

Hawaii is the most rule-abiding state in America

Harry S. Johnson Dec 15, 2020

The experts compared the 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia across 31 key indicators of rule-breaking behavior, from underage drinking to illegal gambling to the prevalence of…

Istanbul Airport awarded 5-star COVID-19 rating

Harry S. Johnson Dec 15, 2020

Istanbul Airport was deemed worthy of the “5-Star Airport” Award according to the evaluation of Skytrax

Boost in Air Connectivity as British Airways flies to Tropical Paradise Seychelles

Linda Hohnholz Dec 15, 2020

The Seychelles International airport of Pointe Larue welcomed British Airways again on its grounds on Sunday, December 13, 2020, after a four-week break from the safe tropical island…

Russia extends financial support for its airlines during COVID-19 crisis

Harry S. Johnson Dec 15, 2020

Russia’s Prime Minister announced today that the country’s government has extended subsidy programs to support airports and airlines amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi issues statement on UAE’s Unified Tourism Identity Strategy

Harry S. Johnson Dec 15, 2020

In alignment with the exciting news today from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and ruler of the Emirate of Dubai regarding…

Nearly 70% of Americans will not travel for Christmas

Harry S. Johnson Dec 14, 2020

A recent national survey shows that nearly two-thirds (69%) of Americans will not travel for Christmas.

Cebu Pacific boosts cargo operations with second  converted ATR-freighter

Harry S. Johnson Dec 14, 2020

  Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ largest carrier, welcomed the arrival of its second ATR-freighter, further boosting its growing cargo operations.

Hard Lockdown Order for Germany

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 14, 2020

The German government by Chancellor Merkel officially decreed a “hard lockdown” from Wednesday, December 16 to January 10.

The World may soon re-open again for Green Passport Holders

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 14, 2020

Israel is working on a green passport. This passport will indicate, the holder was vaccinated against COVID-19, and of course, it may have any color.

Sales of fake negative COVID-19 test certificates booming in Moscow

Harry S. Johnson Dec 10, 2020

the sales on the websites selling false certificates of negative test results for the presence of the COVID-19 infection increased dramatically lately.

Accor announces new hotels opening in Australia and New Zealand for 2021

Harry S. Johnson Dec 10, 2020

Sofitel Adelaide, and two brand new The Sebel properties, 2021 will be a strong year of new hotel openings for Accor in the Pacific.

US Travel ‘encouraged’ by proposed COVID-19 relief framework

Harry S. Johnson Dec 10, 2020

U.S. Travel Association Executive Vice President for Public Affairs and Policy Tori Emerson Barnes issued the following statement on the announced Bipartisan Emergency COVID Relief Act of…

2020 Best US Cities for New Year celebrations named

Harry S. Johnson Dec 10, 2020

With New Year’s around the corner but the scale of celebrations limited by the COVID-19 pandemic, travel experts today released the report on 2020’s Best Cities for New Year’s.

Direct booking providers will have ‘window of opportunity’ in post-COVID-19 travel

Harry S. Johnson Dec 9, 2020

OTAs dominate the online travel market space, but the lack of efficient refund policies in place has been one of the greatest areas of concern during COVID-19.

Delta Air Lines eliminates international change fees

Harry S. Johnson Dec 9, 2020

Delta is extending among the most flexible waivers of any airline. We are waiving change fees for all U.S. domestic and international tickets purchased through March 30, 2021

United Airlines launches virtual, on demand airport customer service

Harry S. Johnson Dec 9, 2020

United Airlines‘ passengers will soon have access to virtual, on demand customer service at the airline’s hubs, giving people an easy, contact-free option to get real-time information and…

Qatar Airways to launch Seattle flights in March

Harry S. Johnson Dec 9, 2020

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of four weekly flights to Seattle from 15 March 2021

IATA: Best practices for COVID-19 market stimulation

Harry S. Johnson Dec 8, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments to add market stimulation measures to the support they are giving to keep aviation financially viable.

World Tourism Network Launch: Just Amazing

Juergen Steinmetz Dec 8, 2020

This month is the launch of the World Tourism Network (WTN). Born from the popular rebuilding.travel discussion, World Tourism Network is the long-overdue voice of small- and medium-sized…

Airbus: 381 aircraft orders so far in 2020

Harry S. Johnson Dec 8, 2020

Airbus’ 2020 gross orders totaled 381 aircraft by 30th November, with net orders of 297.

UAE & Bahrain first to benefit from Israeli tourism

Harry S. Johnson Dec 8, 2020

Arabian Travel Market (ATM), is expecting a huge influx of exhibitors and visitors from Israel and further afield, wanting to take full advantage of Israel’s participation in its first major…

IATA urges states to follow global guidelines on crew testing

Harry S. Johnson Dec 7, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA) jointly called on governments to follow the International Civil…

Tokyo Olympics set to refund almost one fifth of all tickets sold

Harry S. Johnson Dec 4, 2020

Tokyo Olympic Games were scheduled to take place in the summer of 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced the Games’ organizers to postpone the event.

Heathrow to start charging £5 for airport drop-off

Harry S. Johnson Dec 4, 2020

Heathrow has announced it is exploring a proposal to implement a Forecourt Access Charge (FAC) for vehicles in late 2021 to prevent a car led airport recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Delta Air Lines launches contact tracing for travelers returning to US

Harry S. Johnson Dec 3, 2020

Delta Air Lines is partnering with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to keep international customers informed of potential COVID-19 exposure through contact tracing.

Routes Americas 2022 to be held in San Antonio

Harry S. Johnson Dec 3, 2020

Routes Americas will return to the US in 2022, with San Antonio in Texas selected as the host of the 15th annual route development forum following a competitive bidding process.

Emotional support animals no longer welcome on US planes as service animals

Harry S. Johnson Dec 3, 2020

DOT determined that carriers are not required to recognize emotional support animals (ESA’s) as service animals and may treat them as pets.

Abu Dhabi celebrates UAE 49th National Day with an array of activities

Harry S. Johnson Dec 2, 2020

DCT Abu Dhabi) has unveiled plans to celebrate the UAE’s 49th National Day through a calendar of thrilling activities

Croatia completely closes to foreign tourists

Harry S. Johnson Dec 1, 2020

Croatian government officials announced that foreign tourists will not be allowed into Croatia starting today, December 1

Seychelles Makes Appearance at Virtual “WOW! Hospitality Trends Summit 2020”

Linda Hohnholz Dec 1, 2020

The Seychelles Islands joined African leaders in the Tourism Industry to help pave the path towards recovery at the WOW! Hospitality Trends Summit 2020

Tourism Recovery Means Resilience: Here is How!

Linda Hohnholz Dec 1, 2020

Jamaica Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has an urgent appeal to the world for a tourism resilience fund to achieve tourism recovery.

US DOT new rule leaves consumers vulnerable to unfair airline practices

Harry S. Johnson Dec 1, 2020

The DOT’s move to restrict its enforcement and rulemaking efforts is particularly troubling since the federal law that deregulated the industry has been interpreted to preempt state laws…

Transatlantic airlines spearhead Heathrow pre-departure testing study

Harry S. Johnson Dec 1, 2020

The results of pre-departure testing trials carried out by four of Heathrow’s transatlantic carriers will be brought together by a study commissioned by the airport to demonstrate the…

COVID-19 Prohibition: Wales bans alcohol in pubs and bars

Harry S. Johnson Nov 30, 2020

Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford announced new anti-COVID-19 measures that would ban alcohol sales in Wales’ pubs and bars, and require the establishments to close by 6pm.

101-year-old Italian woman survived Spanish Flu, WWII, and COVID-19…three times

Harry S. Johnson Nov 30, 2020

101-year-old Italian grandma, who lived through the Spanish Flu and WWII, has tested positive for coronavirus and survived three times in one year.

US finally flips to positive hotel profit as Europe backslides

Harry S. Johnson Nov 30, 2020

The country finally reached gross operating profit per available room (GOPPAR) above $0, but at $5.43, it was still down 95.5% compared to the same time last year.

London Zoo to reopen for holiday season regardless of London’s ‘COVID-19 tier’

Harry S. Johnson Nov 28, 2020

Zoological Society of London (ZSL) announced that London Zoo will re-open for the holiday season on December 2.

Emirates re-opens worldwide lounges beginning with Cairo

Harry S. Johnson Nov 27, 2020

Emirates is re-opening its lounges around the world beginning with the Emirates lounge in Cairo International Airport.

EASA: Boeing 737 MAX could return to European skies ‘within weeks’

Harry S. Johnson Nov 27, 2020

Boeing‘s troubled 737 MAX jet could be cleared within weeks to return to European skies after a nearly two-year grounding

Dusit International opens luxury wellness resort in Suzhou, China

Harry S. Johnson Nov 26, 2020

Dusit International has continued its expansion in China with the recent opening of the highly anticipated Dusit Thani Wellness Resort Suzhou, Jiangsu

IATA: Steps forward for testing to reopen borders without quarantine

Harry S. Johnson Nov 24, 2020

IATA welcomes the publication of the Manual on Testing and Cross Border Risk Management Measures by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

Accor expands with new hotels in India and Turkey

Harry S. Johnson Nov 24, 2020

Accor, an augmented hospitality group, has added India and Turkey to its Middle East & Africa region.

Hawaiian Airlines starts pre-travel COVID-19 testing in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Portland and Seattle

Harry S. Johnson Nov 24, 2020

Hawaiian Airlines today announced it is offering drive-through and walk-up COVID-19 pre-flight tests for its guests traveling to the islands from Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Portland and…

Qantas to require mandatory COVID-19 vaccination for international flights

Harry S. Johnson Nov 24, 2020

Qantas Airways Chief Executive Officer has announced that the Australian flag carrier is planning to make COVID-19 vaccination mandatory for all international travelers boarding their…

President-Elect Biden gale-force Intensity and Passion for Tourism seen by SKAL

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Nov 9, 2020

History will show us the damage or otherwise, the Trump era has had on the hearts and soul of not only America but the world. Andrew Wood is a contributor for eTurboNews and is based in…

Messe Berlin has a new CEO

Juergen Steinmetz Oct 19, 2020

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…

eTN Publisher Juergen Steinmetz receives SKAL International Presidents Award

ETN Managing Editor Oct 18, 2020

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…

Seychelles Ready to Welcome Flights from British Airways

Linda Hohnholz Oct 13, 2020

Adding a supplementary choice for European travelers to the beautiful Seychelles islands, British National airline, British Airways, places its name on the list of airlines serving the…

UK Global Travel Taskforce given November 1 deadline

Harry S. Johnson Oct 13, 2020

Traffic fell in September, with a loss of 5.5 million passengers over the course of the month. Just over 1.2 million passengers traveled through Heathrow in September, down 82% compared to…

COVID-19 slashes global tourism revenue by $316 billion

Harry S. Johnson Oct 13, 2020

According to latest data, the projected tourism revenue for 2020 has been slashed by almost $316B as a direct impact of the pandemic – a significant 41% decrease.

COVID-19 has devastating impact on European Tourism

Harry S. Johnson Oct 12, 2020

According to recent data, at the height of the lockdowns in Europe, France experienced a 99% decrease in reservations on popular accommodations sites; Airbnb, Expedia and Booking.com…

Passengers flock to private jet flights to lower COVID-19 risks

Harry S. Johnson Oct 12, 2020

a promising rebound in recent months looks set to recover some of those losses as wealthy leisure passengers switch to private flights to reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19.

Beijing limits new daily arrivals to 500 people to curb COVID-19 spread

Harry S. Johnson Oct 12, 2020

Beijing city authorities announced that they will limit the number of people entering the city daily. According to reports, no more than 500 people a day will be allowed to enter Chinese…

Is it safe to fly on a commercial plane? Latest!

Juergen Steinmetz Oct 11, 2020

According to the Flight Safety Foundation getting on a plane is safe again. Dr. Hassan Shahidi, president, and CEO of the foundation joined Juergen Steinmetz from eTurboNews

Thailand Tightens Myanmar Border Control Due to COVID-19

Linda Hohnholz Oct 11, 2020

Disease Control for the Ministry of Health in Thailand, said that the COVID-19 situation in Myanmar directly affects Thailand’s efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic as Thailand…

Harry S. Johnson Oct 10, 2020

Iceland’s seismologists are sounding alarm about the rising threat level for the Grimsvotn volcano that have experienced an unusually powerful eruption in 2011, firing a 20km pillar of ash…

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Destroying Cruise Ships is big Business in Turkey

Juergen Steinmetz Oct 4, 2020

Business is booming at the Aliaga Shipyard in western Turkey, where five hulking cruise ships are being dismantled for scrap metal sales after the COVID-19 pandemic all but destroyed the…

DOT ruling: Masks on US Airlines not Mandatory

Juergen Steinmetz Oct 3, 2020

Masks remain mandatory on most airlines in the world, also in the United States, but in the US this is only a voluntary policy put in place by individual carriers.

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Technology Will be Game Changer for Travel Start-ups

Anil Mathur - eTN India Oct 3, 2020

The Additional Director General of the India Ministry of Tourism, Ms. Rupinder Brar, said that technology will be a game-changer for the travel start-up industry and government is ready to…

Trump positive: What it Means for Travel and Tourism

Juergen Steinmetz Oct 2, 2020

President Trump may have been positive at the debate with the Democratic Presidential Candidate Vice President Joe Biden .

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India Supreme Court Lays Down Judgement on Airline Refunds

Anil Mathur - eTN India Oct 2, 2020

The Honorable Supreme Court of India issued a judgement today with regards to a Writ Petition filed for airline refunds which occurred because of the COVID-19 global pandemic lockdown.

Chance of a 7+ Earthquake in California over the next 7 days

Juergen Steinmetz Oct 1, 2020

The Southern California/ Mexico Border region was shaken by a swarm of earthquakes in the Imperial Valley on Wednesday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

Why does Brand USA and Airbnb Go Together?

Linda Hohnholz Oct 1, 2020

Brand USA and Airbnb announced a new partnership designed to allow guests to explore the USA from the comfort of home through Online Experiences featuring the unique cultures, cuisines, and…

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Taking a cruise in the USA? White House overrules CDC

Juergen Steinmetz Oct 1, 2020

Robert Redfield was overruled by the White House today when he pushed to extend a “no-sail order” on passenger cruises into next year. According to a report on Axio claiming two sources with…

Singapore relaxes border restrictions, allows visitors from New Zealand and Brunei in

Harry S. Johnson Oct 1, 2020

Singapore authorities announced that visitors from New Zealand and Brunei are now allowed to travel to and from the island city-state.

American Airlines aims to open international markets with preflight COVID-19 testing

Harry S. Johnson Sep 30, 2020

American Airlines is collaborating with several foreign governments to begin offering preflight COVID-19 testing for customers traveling to international destinations, starting with Jamaica…

Thailand to let more foreign visitors in from October onward

Harry S. Johnson Sep 30, 2020

Thailand’s Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Monday said it will allow more categories of foreigners into the country from October onwards.

Kuwaiti emir Sheikh Sabah dies at 91, new ruler named

Harry S. Johnson Sep 30, 2020

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmed al-Sabah has died aged 91, on Tuesday, according to the emir’s office statement.

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Disney in COVID-19 trouble?

Editor Sep 30, 2020

Disney announced today, Tuesday, September 29, 2020, it will be laying off 28,000 employees at both its Disneyland and Walter Disney World parks in the United States.

New Berlin Brandenburg airport to open October 31

Harry S. Johnson Sep 30, 2020

Germany’s third largest airport, Berlin Brandenburg “Willy Brandt” airport BER, is scheduled to open on 31 October 2020

How to treat COVID-19? A nasal spray is 93%

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 28, 2020

A novel nasal treatment developed to boost the natural human immune system to fight common colds and flu has proved remarkably successful in reducing COVID-19 viral replication test results,…

Unions condemn Ryanair CEO’s bonus pay in the time of mass layoffs

Harry S. Johnson Sep 25, 2020

European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) condemn the shareholders’ decision to pay out a €458,000 bonus to Ryanair’s CEO Michael…

Flyers Rights objecting to FAA’s proposed Boeing 737 MAX changes

Harry S. Johnson Sep 25, 2020

FlyersRights.org, the largest airline passenger organization, submitted comments criticizing FAA’s proposed fixes for the Boeing 737 MAX as inadequate and not supported by data.

Flying low: European airlines flex fares to woo passengers

Harry S. Johnson Sep 25, 2020

According to recent research, Europe’s airlines have been offering significantly discounted fares for the September to December period in a bid to attract back travelers.

UNWTO launches comprehensive Tourism Recovery Tracker

Harry S. Johnson Sep 24, 2020

UNWTO) has launched a new Tourism Recovery Tracker to support global tourism

United Airlines first US carrier to make COVID-19 tests available to customers

Harry S. Johnson Sep 24, 2020

United Airlines today became the first U.S. airline to launch a COVID-19 pilot testing program for travelers that could make it easier for them to manage quarantine requirements and entry…

$335 million in infrastructure grants to US airports announced

Harry S. Johnson Sep 24, 2020

Elaine L. Chao announced today that the US government will award $335 million in airport safety and infrastructure grants through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to 80 airports in…

Michelle Obama’s TV campaign a boon for luxury Fiji resort

Harry S. Johnson Sep 23, 2020

A trending hashtag on social media channels has inadvertently placed a big spotlight on a small private island resort in the South Pacific. The hashtag #vomo – which stands for “Vote Or Miss…

IATA calls for systematic COVID-19 testing before departure

Harry S. Johnson Sep 23, 2020

IATA) called for the development and deployment of rapid, accurate, affordable, easy-to-operate, scalable and systematic COVID-19 testing for all passengers before departure

AHLA: 74% of hotels will lay off more employees without further aid

Harry S. Johnson Sep 22, 2020

American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) members shows that the hotel industry remains on the brink of collapse because of the pandemic. Results show 68 percent of hotels have less…

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SKAL online event gets biggest attendance in AGM history

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Sep 22, 2020

The Skål Asia AGM which due to the Covid-19 pandemic was without a home, instead the 49th SAA AGM was conducted online and turned out to be the highest attended AGM in recent history.

Absolute Hotel Service expands to Laos with Eastin Hotel Vientiane

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 22, 2020

The Absolute Hotel Services group announced the first hotel in Laos to add in the company portfolio. The Eastin Hotel Vientiane Laos is targeted to open in the last quarter of 2021.

Beijing Calls for Open and Inclusive International Cooperation across Regions

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 22, 2020

Third UNESCO Creative Cities Beijing Summit explored how culture, creativity, and technology can enhance urban city management.

PATA online training is now free

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 22, 2020

PATA is pleased to announce the launch of the PATA eLearning Platform for travel agents, tourism professionals, and destination marketers who want to refresh their knowledge, learn new…

Reopening Travel in Europe? Tom Jenkins, CEO of ETOA will let you know today

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 22, 2020

Tom Jenkins is the CEO of the European Tour Operator Association (ETOA) and one of the most outspoken personalities on the globe when it comes to travel, tourism, and the economy in Europe…

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CLIA: New health protocols will help to resume cruise operations in the Americas

Harry S. Johnson Sep 22, 2020

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which represents 95% of global ocean-going cruise capacity, announced today the adoption of mandatory core elements of a strong set of health…

Homeland Security chief: US land borders will remain shut through October 21

Harry S. Johnson Sep 22, 2020

According to Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Chad Wolf, the United States borders with Canada and Mexico will remain closed through October 21.

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Cathay Pacific Airways launches cargo service to Pittsburgh, PA

Harry S. Johnson Sep 22, 2020

Cathay Pacific Airways today launched a temporary expansion of its operations in the Americas, with a 12-week cargo service linking Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) with Southeast…

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Minister Bartlett: Jamaica’s Tourism Ministry to launch Tourism Supplies Hub

Harry S. Johnson Sep 22, 2020

Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett says his Ministry will be developing a Tourism Supplies Hub that will help to position Jamaica as the premier logistics centre in the region. The hub…

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Linda Hohnholz Sep 20, 2020

Zambia travel is open to foreign nationals, however, according to the US Embassy in Zambia, the Government of Zambia has suspended all tourist visas until further notice. Travelers arriving…

China promises one-hour travel anywhere in the world by 2045

Harry S. Johnson Sep 20, 2020

Bao Weimin, a member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, announced that China’s top space travel researchers are working on a new technology that would allow people to travel anywhere in the…

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Israelis stage festive beach party protests against new COVID-19 lockdown

Harry S. Johnson Sep 19, 2020

Dozens of demonstrators, many of them wearing bathing suits and holding anti-government signs, assembled at to Frishman Beach in Tel Aviv to express their displeasure with Israel’s second…

Seychelles Leading the Way to Travel Recovery

Linda Hohnholz Sep 19, 2020

In her interview on Thursday, September 17, 2020, which will be available in October 2020, Mrs. Sherin Francis again talks about the importance of safety in the tourism industry and its part…

Hawaii hotels report substantially lower revenue and occupancy

Harry S. Johnson Sep 19, 2020

In August 2020, Hawaii hotels statewide continued to report substantially lower revenue per available room (RevPAR), average daily rate (ADR), and occupancy compared to the previous August…

IATA: Proposed environment tax will destroy 150,000 aviation jobs

Harry S. Johnson Sep 19, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that proposed new environmental taxes in France will fail to decarbonize the aviation sector and eliminate 150,000 French aviation…

Air Canada offers free COVID-19 insurance to international travelers

Harry S. Johnson Sep 18, 2020

Air Canada today announced that it is including complimentary COVID-19 emergency medical & quarantine insurance for eligible customers booking round-trip international flights.

Harvard: Masks worn throughout travel offer significant protection from COVID-19

Harry S. Johnson Sep 18, 2020

Face masks are an essential part of a layered strategy to keep customers safe and reduce transmission of COVID-19 throughout air travel, according to a new technical bulletin published this…

Sweden becomes a front-runner in sustainable aviation

Harry S. Johnson Sep 18, 2020

Sweden has an ambitious target of being fossil-free by 2045. As a part of the initiative, the Swedish Government announced on 11 September 2020, to introduce a greenhouse gas reduction…

UNWTO backs strong, united plan for global tourism

Harry S. Johnson Sep 18, 2020

UNWTO) has met in-person and virtually for its 112th session. This was the first major in-person event involving tourism and the United Nations held since the COVID-19 was declared a…

Rome’s Fiumicino first airport in the world to earn ‘COVID-19 5-Star Rating’

Harry S. Johnson Sep 17, 2020

Rome’s Fiumicino Airport has become the first airport in the world to earn “the COVID-19 5-Star Airport Rating” from Skytrax

Aloha to Tourism in Hawaii: Visit Hawaii as of October 15

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 17, 2020

What are the restrictions to visit Hawaii after October 15? Pack your suitcase soon and experience the magic and hospitality of the Aloha State Again. Today the Hawaii visitors industry had…

UNWTO new data shows 93% reduction in tourism arrivals

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 17, 2020

According to the latest data from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) showing the severe impact of a reduction of 93% in international tourism arrivals around the world comparing 2020…

Saudi Arabia to become a UNWTO Center for 13 Countries

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 17, 2020

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has approved the setting up of a regional office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to support the growth of Middle East’s tourism sector as it recovers from the…

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Passenger rights group asks Congress to demand transparency from Boeing and FAA

Harry S. Johnson Sep 16, 2020

Airline passenger rights group FlyersRights.org submitted a letter to US Congress to ask for transparency from the FAA and Boeing in their quest to address the 737 MAX’s deadly flaws and…

Dubai meeting industry resumes activity

Harry S. Johnson Sep 16, 2020

Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has formed a new Business Events Stakeholders Committee, reinforcing its commitment to engaging with the industry and…

1 in 3 Americans believe travelers from high-risk COVID-19 states should be banned

Harry S. Johnson Sep 16, 2020

While some hard-hit states – such as New York and New Jersey – currently have state-wide travel limitations in place, more than half have no such restrictions. Do Americans believe…

UNWTO: International tourist numbers down 65% in 2020

Harry S. Johnson Sep 15, 2020

International tourist arrivals plunged 93% in June when compared to 2019, with the latest data from the World Tourism Organization showing the severe impact COVID-19 has had on the sector.

It’s official: World Travel Market London will go virtual!

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 15, 2020

Forget the rush on the tube, forget expensive hotels! Reed Exhibition, the organizer of the World Travel Market London decided to go virtual.

Airbus marks five years of US aircraft production

Harry S. Johnson Sep 15, 2020

Airbus commercial aircraft production in the U.S. has reached a significant milestone: five years since aircraft production began in the Mobile, Alabama based facility.

IATA: Canada needs to consider safe options and re-open borders

Harry S. Johnson Sep 15, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urges the Canadian government to support the COVID-19 testing initiatives of Air Canada and WestJet as a means to safely reopen Canada to…

MGM Resorts announces Las Vegas’ first smoke-free casino

Harry S. Johnson Sep 14, 2020

MGM Resorts International announced today that Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas will open their doors on September 30, completing the reopening of all of its properties around the world…

Alitalia abandons all flights from and to Milan

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Sep 14, 2020

Alitalia discontinued all flights from Malpensa, the international airport in Milan. Alitalia will no longer fly from Milan due to the collapse in demand linked to the global COVID-19 health…

Singapore Airlines launching ‘nowhere flights’

Harry S. Johnson Sep 13, 2020

In an attempt to boost its grounded passenger business, Singapore Airlines plans to launch so-called “nowhere” flights – trips that start and end at the same airport. The airline will…

Air Quality in California so bad, that it cannot be measured anymore

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 12, 2020

The horrific wildfires that are burning up and down the coast of California have caused skies over San Francisco to turn into eerily shades of red and orange. The air quality in San…

Canada improves process of notifying air travelers potentially exposed to COVID-19

Harry S. Johnson Sep 12, 2020

The Government of Canada is committed to addressing new and emerging challenges and implementing measures to protect Canadians’ health and reduce the risk of transmitting COVID-19.

Lufthansa: €2.7 billion in ticket refunds already paid

Harry S. Johnson Sep 11, 2020

In the current year, the airlines in the Lufthansa Group have so far reimbursed around 2.7 billion euros to a total of 6.3 million customers (as of 09.09.2020)

Is London Heathrow becoming a second grade airport?

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 11, 2020

Heathrow’s traffic figures for August demonstrate the extent to which quarantine is strangling the economy, cutting British businesses off from their international markets

Pandemic risk insurance law upcoming in the US?

Harry S. Johnson Sep 11, 2020

Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY), senior member of the House Financial Services Committee, was joined today by stakeholders from the small business community and the insurance…

Travel Partnership Corporation Announces Creation of .Travel SmartConnect

Linda Hohnholz Sep 11, 2020

As part of the .Travel SmartConnect Business Community launch, .Travel is running a “Bounce Back with .Travel” promotion until 31 December 2020, offering .Travel domain names for just…

Boeing 737 MAX remains primary FAA concern despite Dreamliner issues

Harry S. Johnson Sep 11, 2020

Despite new reports that the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating potential defects in Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner production, the global re-certification of the 737 MAX must remain…

Luxury Fairmont hotel brand arrives to Australia for the first time

Harry S. Johnson Sep 11, 2020

Accor will bring the luxury Fairmont brand to Australia for the first time, with the announcement that the Fairmont Port Douglas is set to open in Far North Queensland in 2023.

Qatar is investing in London Hotels with Ascott

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 10, 2020

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has opened Citadines Islington London – the newest addition to its Citadines’ Apart’hotel portfolio in Europe. The prime property in the heart of Islington was…

Lux Collection expands 5 Star to Chongzuo, Guangxi, China

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 10, 2020

The Lux Collective, a luxury hotel management operator headquartered in Singapore, has signed an agreement with Mingshi Yijing Tourism Development Co. Ltd. to manage the first international…

Hong Kong Secures Multiple First-Ever MICE Events Amidst COVID-19 Challenges

Linda Hohnholz Sep 10, 2020

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced that Hong Kong has been chosen as the host city for four international MICE events, including the city’s first-ever events of high strategic…

Emirates adds Moscow to its growing flight network

Harry S. Johnson Sep 10, 2020

Emirates will re-start passenger services to Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) with two flights a week, starting 11 September. The resumption of flights to Moscow will take the airline’s…

John De Fries is the new President and CEO of the Hawaii Tourism Authority

Harry S. Johnson Sep 10, 2020

John De Fries has accepted the offer to become the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s new president and CEO.

US Travel calls on Senate to pass relief bill

Harry S. Johnson Sep 10, 2020

New data from the U.S. Travel Association underscores how a nationwide economic recovery will not be possible until Congress prioritizes emergency relief legislation for all segments of the…

United Airlines adding new nonstop flights to Africa, India and Hawaii

Harry S. Johnson Sep 10, 2020

United Airlines today announced plans to expand its global route network with new nonstop service to Africa, India and Hawaii. With these new routes, United will offer more nonstop service…

IATA: Time to prepare for COVID-19 vaccine transport is now

Harry S. Johnson Sep 9, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to begin careful planning with industry stakeholders to ensure full preparedness when vaccines for COVID-19 are approved…

New Zealand Government announces travel industry support package

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 9, 2020

The New Zealand Travel Industry Suppliers Group says the Government’s commitment of $47m to support the travel industry is vital to help bring back the travel funds of New Zealanders whose…

Iconic India Taj Mahal Set to Reopen

Anil Mathur - eTN India Sep 9, 2020

There is much cheer and hope in the travel industry in India as finally the iconic India Taj Mahal and other monuments like the Agra Fort are set to open on September 21 after over 4 months…

Honolulu Mayor says US Travel Association is wrong and extends lockdown

Editor Sep 9, 2020

Let’s go there soon, is a new slogan to the traveling public announced today by the US Travel Association. Hawaii says not so fast, and Mayor Kirk Caldwell of Honolulu today extended the…

Global nightlife claims $1,500 billion loss due to COVID-19 pandemic

Harry S. Johnson Sep 9, 2020

Thousands of nightlife venues around the world were forced to shut down due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak to respect the safety and well-being of staff and clients and also to avoid the…

FAA new grant supports aviation maintenance careers

Harry S. Johnson Sep 9, 2020

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced the Aviation Maintenance Technical Workforce Development Grant Program to increase interest and recruit students for careers in…

Etihad Airways introduces free COVID-19 global health insurance

Harry S. Johnson Sep 9, 2020

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is introducing COVID-19 global wellness insurance cover as part of Etihad Wellness, the airline’s new health and hygiene program. Guests who…

Europe must agree on harmonized travel restrictions

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 8, 2020

The European Tourism Manifesto Alliance, the voice of the European travel and tourism sector, calls on the Member States to urgently agree on harmonized travel restrictions and ensure swift…

The Perfect Storm for Private Jet Charters

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 8, 2020

The private jet market is facing unprecedented challenges as the COVID-19 pandemic has aggravated an already fragile industry. The private jet charter market is down 33.8% in volume…

Will Copacabana Beach become the source of death in Brazil?

Juergen Steinmetz Sep 8, 2020

The party never stops at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. Even Coronavirus will not intimidate this beach most in the world see as the most beautiful land on the globe. Could it soon…

IATA: Re-open borders, continue airline relief measures

Harry S. Johnson Sep 1, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling on governments to work together to urgently find ways to re-establish global connectivity by re-opening borders and to continue…

Hawaii Airlines Cuts 1,000 Jobs

Linda Hohnholz Sep 1, 2020

Hawaii’s largest carrier, Hawaiian Airlines, today announced more than 1,000 job cuts as COVID-19 continues to ravage travel demand and lockdowns fuel economic distress.

US hotel industry: Economic and human struggle 6 months into COVID-19 pandemic

Harry S. Johnson Sep 1, 2020

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today released an analysis on the economic and human struggle of the hotel industry six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, with millions…

Will US-UK ‘travel bubble’ jumpstart world’s most revenue-generating route?

Harry S. Johnson Sep 1, 2020

Limited travel bubbles could allow for British quarantine exemptions for US travelers from low-infection rate areas, such as New York, and help restart across-the-pond travel.

All-new Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi soars above the city

Harry S. Johnson Sep 1, 2020

Rising above Tokyo’s oldest neighborhood and just steps away to the Imperial Palace, the all-new, thoroughly modern Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi is now open.

The past and future of Busan as an international convention city

Linda Hohnholz Sep 1, 2020

Busan continues to raise its status as a major MICE (meeting, incentives, convention, and exhibitions) city. The unique appeal of Busan’s natural environment, top-class convention…

Abu Dhabi creates ‘Safe Zone’ framework for events and tourists

Harry S. Johnson Sep 1, 2020

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is celebrating the successful delivery of UFC Fight Island, establishing the Emirate of Abu Dhabi as an ideal destination…

Number of US COVID-19 cases surges past 6 million

Harry S. Johnson Sep 1, 2020

According to John Hopkins University data, the number of COVID-19 cases in the United States of America has surged past 6,000,000 on Monday, August 31.

Aquatech China 2020: First RAI exhibition in China since COVID-19 outbreak

Harry S. Johnson Aug 31, 2020

Aquatech China 2020, the largest international exhibition for process, drinking and waste water in Asia has opened its doors at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai (31…

Amadeus new agreement with Sunway Hotels & Resorts

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 31, 2020

Amadeus, an industry-leading provider of hospitality technology solutions, has announced a new agreement with Sunway Hotels & Resorts,

Tourists on TUI flight from Greece to Wales bring Coronavirus to Britain

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 31, 2020

TUI Flight 6215 from Zante to Cardiff, the capital of Wales had 7 confirmed COVID-19 cases after this flight on August 25. The entire flight of passengers has been forced to self-isolate…

United Airlines says good bye to change fees

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 31, 2020

United Airlines is permanently eliminating change fees on all standard Economy and Premium cabin tickets for travel within the U.S., effective immediately.

Heathrow to give Government COVID testing data

Harry S. Johnson Aug 29, 2020

Heathrow’s workforce has stepped up and taken part in three rapid point of care COVID-19 testing trials, doing their bit to get aviation back flying again.

Delta Air Lines brings back more trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific flights

Harry S. Johnson Aug 29, 2020

While the airline expects pre-COVID-19 level recovery for international flying to continue to lag U.S. domestic, Delta plans to add over 50 transoceanic flights next summer, compared to the…

Marriott International expands its presence in China

Harry S. Johnson Aug 29, 2020

Marriott International, Inc. today announced the opening of its dual-branded hotel, JW Marriott Hotel Yinchuan and Courtyard by Marriott Yinchuan in Northwest China

United Airlines axes 2,850 pilot jobs

Harry S. Johnson Aug 28, 2020

United Airlines Holdings Inc. announced today that it is preparing to eliminate 2,850 (about 21% of the total) pilot jobs in 2020, unless the federal government approves further U.S.…

Etihad Airways enhances its mobile app

Harry S. Johnson Aug 28, 2020

Etihad Airways has extended its digital reach with an update to its mobile application for Android, Apple and Huawei smartphones, enabling guests to manage their journey with even greater…

Hawaii visitor arrivals plummet 97.7% in July

Harry S. Johnson Aug 28, 2020

Visitor arrivals dropped 97.7 percent compared to a year ago, according to preliminary statistics released by the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s (HTA) Tourism Research Division.

TAAI Appeals to Ministry of Civil Aviation to Reach Beyond Air Bubbles

Anil Mathur - eTN India Aug 28, 2020

The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) has forwarded an appeal today to Shri Hardeep Sing Puri, Minister of Civil Aviation (MoCA), requesting to permit airlines to commence scheduled…

Dubai – Bangkok again on Emirates with COVID-19 medical expenses included

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 27, 2020

Emirates announces the resumption of passenger services to Bangkok with daily flights starting from 1 September. Customers can now travel with confidence, as Emirates has committed to…

Monster Hurricane hits Louisiana with 241 km/h winds

Harry S. Johnson Aug 26, 2020

American Airlines‘ corporate office announced today that the carrier is planning to eliminate over 40,000 jobs this year. 19,000 of those 40,000 jobs will be furloughs and layoffs in…

Honolulu shutting down for tourists and residents as of Thursday

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 26, 2020

Reopening Hawaii for tourism seems to be a remote possibility for Waikiki and the Hawaii island of Oahu today after Hawaii Governor Ige approved the request by Honolulu Mayor Caldwell to…

Accor-IHG merger rumors: Is consolidation imminent?

Harry S. Johnson Aug 26, 2020

Following recent rumors of a potential merger between Accor and IHG, industry analysts say that although this deal seems to be just speculation, the enormity of this potential merger proves…

Aeromexico launches automated check in process in Amsterdam’s Schipho International Airport

Harry S. Johnson Aug 25, 2020

Aeromexico, in collaboration with the authorities of the Schiphol International Airport in Amsterdam, will be able to carry out the baggage documentation process through a self-service…

Costa Rica extends list of countries allowed to visit

Harry S. Johnson Aug 25, 2020

On August 1, 2020 Costa Rica opened its international airports: Juan Santamaría International Airport, Daniel Oduber Quirós Airport, and Tobías Bolaños Airport.

San Francisco first US airport to launch rapid COVID-19 testing

Harry S. Johnson Aug 25, 2020

Dignity Health-GoHealth Urgent Care was selected to partner with San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to launch the first rapid COVID-19 testing program for airport employees in the…

IATA: Airline passengers risk penalties for refusing to wear face covering

Harry S. Johnson Aug 25, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is appealing to all travelers to wear face covering during the travel journey for the safety of all passengers and crew during COVID-19.

Lufthansa Group airlines tighten face mask rules

Harry S. Johnson Aug 24, 2020

The airlines of the Lufthansa Group are restricting the exceptions from the obligation to wear a mask on board their flights. From 1 September 2020, an exemption from the obligation to wear…

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Sea Sick: Is Cruising still a Happy Business?

Dr. Elinor Garely - special to eTN Aug 24, 2020

The Cruise industry before COVID-19 generated $134 billion in travel and tourism revenue prompting CLIA to paint a rosy future. This was before COVID-19

Louisiana declares Emergency ahead of two powerful storms

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 24, 2020

Two dangerous weather developments are threatening the US Gulf Coast, two at a time.

India Ministry of tourism signs MOU for women empowerment

Linda Hohnholz Aug 23, 2020

A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed today by the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) and FICCI Ladies Organization (FLO) with the India Ministry of Tourism for women…

Tourism Authority Thailand hosts first Krabi Carbon Neutral Meeting

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Aug 23, 2020

The green image of Krabi came alive on the Sky Garden of ANANA Ecological Resort Krabi at a TAT carbon neutral tourism event courtesy of the Anana Seagrass Carbon Compensation scheme.

How WTTC wanted British PM Boris Johnson to lead the World in Reopening Tourism?

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 22, 2020

Gloria Guevara, CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council has become the leader for the private industry to speak for the survival of one of the largest industries in the world. Other than…

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Carnival Cruise Line announces name of its next Excel-class ship

Harry S. Johnson Aug 22, 2020

With the help of celebrity partners past and present, Carnival Cruise Line today announced that its next Excel-class ship arriving in 2022 to coincide with its 50th birthday celebration will…

Global tourism lost $195 billion in revenue due to COVID-19 pandemic

Harry S. Johnson Aug 21, 2020

Travel experts have looked into the biggest revenue losses and highest percentage of GDP lost per country to reveal which countries have seen the greatest financial impact as a result of the…

One person killed, ten injured in major hotel fire in Spain

Harry S. Johnson Aug 21, 2020

One person died and at lest ten were injured in major hotel fire at Sisu Boutique Hotel in Puerto Banus, Spain. The blaze erupted shortly after 6am local time, amid multiple reports of…

Centara Dominates Family Hotels Category in Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards

Linda Hohnholz Aug 21, 2020

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailands leading hotel operator, wins big at the 2020 Travellers Choice Awards by Tripadvisor, with five of its hotels ranking in the Top 10 Hotels for…

India Hotels in Delhi Allowed to Reopen

Anil Mathur - eTN India Aug 21, 2020

In a major relief to the hospitality industry, India hotels in Delhi have been allowed to open after suffering long-suffering industry lockdown due to the impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus.…

Qantas takes US$2.8 billion H2 2020 revenue hit

Harry S. Johnson Aug 21, 2020

In a statement to shareholders today, Australia’s national flag carrier Qantas reported a US$2.8 billion revenue loss for the second half of the 2020 financial year. Airline blamed the…

Kauai Resort Vacation Travel Bubble Style

Juergen Steinmetz Aug 21, 2020

Let’s travel to Kauai, forget the 14-day mandatory quarantine that was just extended today by Hawaii Governor David Ige until at least October 1. Kauai may be the first island where visitors…

The Dream Returns to New York City

Linda Hohnholz Aug 21, 2020

Dream Hotel Group today announced plans to reopen Dream Downtown, bringing its hospitality and service back to New York City on Friday, August 21, 2020.

Travel hitlist after COVID: 4 places you should visit after the crisis

Editor Aug 21, 2020

International travels are currently suspended and cancelled due to the onset of COVID-19. While some countries have opened their borders, a majority of the world is still in a standstill.…

Diamond Resorts signs Travis Tritt as newest Diamond Celebrity Ambassador

Harry S. Johnson Aug 21, 2020

Diamond Resorts announced that southern rock-influenced country music artist Travis Tritt has signed on as the company’s newest Diamond Celebrity ambassador. Tritt will represent Diamond…

Milan Bergamo Airport has sights on Senegal

Harry S. Johnson Aug 21, 2020

Milan Bergamo Airport continues to resume flights to many popular destinations while also adding numerous new routes to its growing network to meet the demand from travelers.

Lyft halts its operations in California

Harry S. Johnson Aug 21, 2020

Lyft Inc is preparing today to halt its services in California, following a court order that requires it and ride-hailing rival Uber to classify their drivers as ’employees’.

Travel & tourism saw marginal improvement in July deal activity

Harry S. Johnson Aug 21, 2020

The number of deals announced in the global travel and tourism sector remained at a similar level in July compared to the previous month. Deal volume increased marginally by 0.9% from 109 in…

Safe travel during COVID-19 pandemic: Lufthansa Group signs EASA Charter

Harry S. Johnson Aug 20, 2020

Lufthansa Group has signed up to the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) charter for safe flying under pandemic conditions.

US travel agency air ticket sales down 17% in July

Harry S. Johnson Aug 20, 2020

Airlines Reporting Corp. (ARC) today released data showing that net sales from ARC-accredited travel agencies decreased 17% month-over-month from June to July 2020. This marks the first…

Where are Hawaii Tourism Leaders when 1.5 million lives depend on them ?

Editor Aug 20, 2020

Tourism is everyone’s business in Hawaii, no matter if you’re employed in that industry or not. Tourism is the lifeline for the Aloha State. Chris Tatum is the CEO of the Hawaii Tourism…

Indonesia announces plans to develop medical tourism industry

Harry S. Johnson Aug 20, 2020

In a bid to create a new source of national income and to deliver quality medical care to its citizens, Indonesia’s government is considering developing a national medical tourism industry.

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