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Vaccines and digital solutions to ease travel restrictions

July 5, 2021484 Views

The global vaccination rollout and increased adoption of digital solutions for safe travel should lead to a rise in international mobility over the weeks and months ahead, the latest data from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) indicates. According to the newest edition of the Travel Restrictions Report from the United Nations specialized agency for tourism, as of 1 June, 29% of all destinations worldwide have their borders completely closed to international tourism. Of these, more than half have been completely closed to tourists for since May 2020 or longer, with the majority of these belonging to the Small Island Development States of Asia and the Pacific. In comparison, just three destinations (Albania, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic) are completely open to tourists, with no re...

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Wine tourism and rural development: strategies to support recovery

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July 3, 2021826 Views

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Visit Portugal and the city of Reguengos de Monsaraz have announced the dates for the 5th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism. Following the success of the past four editions, the Conference will take place on 9-10 September 2021, in Reguengos de Monsaraz in the Alentejo region, in collaboration with the Government of Portugal. Held under the theme ‘Wine Tourism – a driver for rural development’ in a hybrid format to welcome delegates from all around the world, the Conference will focus on the contribution of wine tourism to social and economic regional integration and its great potential to generate development opportunities in rural destinations. UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili says: “It is now more important than ev...

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SITA launches revitalized portfolio to meet the changing demands

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July 2, 2021318 Views

Your Runway to Success, published by SITA, sets out five critical areas for the air transport industry’s rebuild in the next 18 months and highlights SITA’s remodeled solutions to tackle the major challenges facing air travel in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the past 12 months, COVID-19 has dramatically impacted the aviation industry financially and operationally. IATA estimates a net loss for the airline industry of $47.7 billion in 2021. IATA research also reveals that average passenger processing and waiting times have doubled from what they were pre-crisis during peak time – reaching three hours despite travel volumes hovering at around 30% of pre-COVID-19 levels. With revenues dropping, growing passenger volumes, and new health requirements impacting operati...

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Global economy could lose over $4 trillion due to covid impact on tourism

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June 30, 20211685 Views

Economic losses are mounting in developing countries due to the absence of widespread COVID-19 vaccinations The crash in international tourism due to the coronavirus pandemic could cause a loss of more than $4 trillion to the global GDP for the years 2020 and 2021, according to an UNCTAD report published on 30 June. The estimated loss has been caused by the pandemic’s direct impact on tourism and its ripple effect on other sectors closely linked to it. The report, jointly presented with the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), says international tourism and its closely linked sectors suffered an estimated loss of $2.4 trillion in 2020 due to direct and indirect impacts of a steep drop in international tourist arrivals. A similar loss may occur this year, the report warns...

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Fragmented EU digital COVID certificate verification will undermine smooth summer travel

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June 29, 2021943 Views

At least 10 different approaches among 27 Member States under review ahead of 01 July Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) implementation deadline.Airlines and airports urge Member States to develop online national portals to process and verify passengers’ DCCs digitally, from home (‘off airport’).Duplicate checks and lack of verification tools provided to airlines will cause unnecessary airport queues and longer processing times if not addressed by Member States. Ahead of the 01 July deadline for Member States to implement the EUs Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) system – the crucial enabler for the restoration of freedom of movement within Europe - airlines and airports are warning of major operational risks due to the inconsistent approach by Member States in applying the DCC across Europ...

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Government announces package but tourism industry not impressed

UPENDRA SWAMI

June 28, 20211100 Views

Trying to provide some relief to the ailing tourism sector, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday announced 8 economic relief measures as part of a package to support the pandemic-hit economy. But with large part of the relief coming in terms of loans, the tourism industry is not happy. It has always said that it wants financial support, but definitely not in form of loans. Package includes Rs 1.5 lakh crore of additional credit for small and medium businesses, more funds for the healthcare sector, loans to tourism agencies and guides, and waiver of visa fee for foreign tourists as part of a package to support the pandemic-hit economy. With the tourism sector being hit hard by the pandemic, she announced up to Rs 10 lakh loan to tourist agencies and Rs 1 lakh loan...

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Taj is strongest hotel brand in the world

UPENDRA SWAMI

June 26, 2021898 Views

Taj, the iconic brand of Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), South Asia's largest hospitality company has been rated the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World by Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation consultancy in its annual 'Hotels 50 2021' report. This report recognizes the most valuable and strongest hotel brands across the globe. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Indian Hotels Company, said, "This is a proud moment for the Indian hospitality industry on the global stage. Taj being rated as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand is a testament to the unwavering trust our guests have consistently placed in us and the warmth and sincere care our employees have embodied day-after-day. We will continue our endeavor to elevate the world class experiences o...

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BLive partners with SeleQtions to provide eco-friendly ebike tours

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June 23, 2021538 Views

SeleQtions drives the Ecofriendly initiative to promote sustainable tourism across India, by adopting Electric bikes to reduce carbon emissions.BLive will provide SeleQtions’ guests with curated Eco-friendly Ebike tours in the 14 locationsDriven by the increase in domestic tourism post-unlock, BLive has seen a 3x growth in its eBike Tours in 2020 and expects the demand to increase by 5x in Unlock 2021. BLive, India’s first EV Tourism platform has announced joining handswithSeleQtions, a collection of named and distinctive properties, to provide premium eco-friendly Ebike tours, at all its properties across India. SeleQtions, a brand of The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is present in 14 locations. The unique partnership aims to make a conscious effort to reduce carbon em...

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Indians in planning mode for winter weddings

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June 23, 2021458 Views

62% increase in demand for destination weddings; Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur are the top 3 choices Wedding Planning queries up by 30% in H1 2021 for the Sept-Dec 2021 period vis a vis last year. With tech-savvy consumers, 79% enquiries came in from major cities. Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Bangalore among the top 3. WeddingWire India, the Indian subsidiary of The Knot Worldwide and a leading online marketplace for couples and wedding professionals, has released insightful statistics on how Indians are planning for weddings in the new normal. As one of the fastest-growing and trusted wedding technology platforms, WeddingWire India saw a 30% jump in queries in H1 2021 for vendor services vis a vis last year. The statistics showcase increased interest in planning and scheduling wedd...

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WTTC warns of £639 million daily loss if international travel remains off limits in July

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June 22, 2021409 Views

# Global tourism body predicts a monthly £19.8 billion loss# Up to 218,000 jobs at serious risk of being lost if international travel stays off limits over peak summer holiday period# Urges four step plan to safely restart international travel The UK will lose a staggering £639 million a day during July if international travel remains off limits, according to an open letter to the UK Prime Minister, from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The global tourism body, which represents the global private Travel & Tourism sector, has written to the UK Prime Minister, warning the UK faces a possible £19.8 billion loss if international travel is effectively delayed until August. FILE PHOTO: People queue to enter terminal 2, as tighter rules for international travellers sta...