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53% global destinations have eased travel restrictions, but caution remains

September 11, 2020376 Views

A majority of destinations around the world (53%) have now started easing travel restrictions introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Though many remain cautious in view of the development of the pandemic, the seventh edition of the UNWTO “COVID-19 Related Travel Restrictions: A Global Review for Tourism” confirms the ongoing trend towards the gradual restart of tourism. Analysing restrictions up to 1 September, the research carried out by the United Nations specialized agency for tourism found that a total of 115 destinations (53% of all destinations worldwide) have eased travel restrictions, an increase of 28 since 19 July. Of these, two have lifted all restrictions, while the remaining 113 continue to have certain restrictive measures in place. UNWTO Secretary-Genera...

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Sikkim to welcome tourists from October

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September 9, 20201165 Views

After remaining shut for almost six months due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the popular hills stations of Darjeeling and Kalimpong in West Bengal have opened their gates for tourists. The neighbouring Himalayan state of Sikkim is expected to follow suit from October. Every year more than 10 lakh tourists visit the region. This year, however, because of the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown, the hill stations were totally shut since March. Sikkim was among the first states to ban the entry of tourists from March 16. On September 5, the West Bengal government had permitted hotels in Darjeeling and Kalimpong to resume their services following social distancing norms and maintaining hygiene. Those within containment zones, however, would have to remain shut. “Now that the hotels have o...

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Implementing Kamath Committee report won’t be easy for Tourism sector

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September 9, 2020511 Views

The tourism industry has welcomed the recommendations of the Kamath Committee, however industry players think it may be difficult for some to meet the parameters. The KV Kamath Committee has listed tourism among the 26 sectors that require financial restructuring in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis. The five-member committee appointed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recommended five financial parameters or ratios with sector-specific thresholds that lending institutions can factor in as part of a graded approach to restructuring or finalising a resolution plan for a borrower. The five parameters for each sector are the total outstanding liability to adjusted net worth, total debt to EBITDA, debt service coverage ratio (DSCR), average DSCR, and current ratio. Debt/E...

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Taj Mahal to reopen on 21st with a cap of 5,000 daily visitors

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September 9, 20201027 Views

More than six months after it was closed down for visitors in the wake of the pandemic, the Taj Mahal will open its doors to the public from September 21. Archaeological Survey of India has confirmed this. However, there will be a cap of 5,000 on the number of visitors allowed per day. Even as all other ASI-protected monuments in Agra were allowed to open from September 1, Taj Mahal and Agra Fort remained shut as per the district administration’s orders as they were located close to containment zones. Agra Fort will have a cap of 3,000 visitors daily. Previously scheduled opening of the monument in July alongwith all ASI monuments nationwide was also put off. When the Taj opens on September 21 morning, visitors will have to follow all guidelines issued by the Centre such as soci...

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Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah reopens for devotees

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September 6, 20201559 Views

The famous Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, which was closed over five months ago after the outbreak of the coronavirus, opened for devotees on Sunday, with a "moderate" number of people visting the shrine to pay obeisance to the Sufi saint. Union Minister for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi was among the people who paid obeisance to Sufi saint Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia on the first of the reopening of the shrine, caretakers of the dargah said. Dargah and the Jamaat Khana Masjid. By Flickr/Varunshiv The minister appreciated measures taken by the shrine to protect devotee from the coronavirus disease, they said. The graves of Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia and Amir Khusro in the dargah complex have been covered from all sides with plastic sheets "so that people do not touch them while pay...

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Antalya is the heart of safe tourism in Turkey

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September 5, 2020597 Views

Known as the capital of tourism in the Mediterranean region as it welcomes millions of tourists every year, Antalya continues to be one of the most popular holiday destinations among tourists thanks to “Safe Tourism Certificate” program launched by Turkey in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The “Safe Tourism Certificate” program, which was implemented by Turkey for the 2020 tourism season, has been rapidly adopted by the accommodation, food & beverage, and transportation companies in the industry. The program defines a series of measures that must be taken across a vast range of key players in the industry including transportation and accommodation establishments to ensure the health and well-being of facility personnel and guests, both local and foreign. The certificate, whi...

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WTTC launches Safe Travels protocols for Adventure Travel

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September 4, 2020466 Views

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled the latest set of measures designed to rebuild global consumer confidence, reduce risk and encourage the return of Safe Travels. The latest protocols for the global Travel & Tourism sector focus on measures to ensure the reopening of adventure tourism, which should see an increase in popularity as travellers seek more unique experiences post COVID-19. WTTC, which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, held detailed discussions with key stakeholders and organisations to ensure maximum buy-in, alignment and practical implementation. The measures help to set clear expectations of what travellers can experience in the ‘new normal’ which offer safe environments as travel restrictions are eased. Trekking...

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Is opening up a dipstick study before peak tourism season!

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September 2, 2020522 Views

Tourism dependent economies across the globe are coming up with innovative and desperate measures to revive the tourism industry and so is the case with Goa. While some may cite the growing number of COVID-19 cases in the country at an alarming rate to argue that the restrictions lifting decision in Goa is premature, one must look at the state of the economy and the economy of the state, says a leading travel trade analyst. Following the news that Goa has lifted the restrictions on the movement of people in and out of the state and has allowed the reopening of bars; Animesh Kumar, Director of Travel and Tourism Consulting at GlobalData, a leading research and consulting company, said that, “Tourism, along with mining and pharmaceuticals, is a major contributor to the economy of Goa...

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IATA calls for opening of borders and continued relief measures

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September 1, 2020693 Views

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on governments to work together to urgently find ways to re-establish global connectivity by re-opening borders and to continue with relief measures to sustain airlines during the COVID-19 crisis. IATA’s call reflects deep industry frustration as government policies such as closed borders, travel restrictions and quarantines continue to annihilate travel demand. This was evident in a disappointing “peak (Northern Hemisphere) summer travel season” that saw minimal improvements compared to the May-June period, as four in five potential travelers stayed home, based on comparisons with the year-ago period. Total July 2020 traffic was 79.8% below 2019 levelsInternational traffic in July 2020 was 91.9% below 2019 levels ...

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Konark Sun temple reopens for visitors

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September 1, 2020560 Views

The Sun Temple at Konark in Odisha's Puri district, a major tourist attraction, was on Tuesday re-opened for visitors after remaining closed for more than five months, an official said. Tuesday also marks the first day of Unlockdown 4 or relaxations in activities closed due to COVID-19 pandemic since March this year. This phase of relaxations are valid from September 1-30, 2020. Though other ASI protected monuments in the state like Raja Rani temple, Udaygiri, Khandagiri, Lalitgiri Buddhist monuments were opened earlier, the Konark temple received visitors only on September 1, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Superintending Officer Arun Kumar Mallick told PTI. He said visitors are allowed entry into the monument following all the norms set both by the Centre and the s...