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Thailand extends ban on incoming international flights until end June; Iran sentences French academic to six years in prisonedit
Devdis Course – Online
Thailand extends ban on incoming international flights until end June Thailand on Saturday extended a ban on international passenger flights until the end of June, the countrys aviation regulator said, as new cases in the country dwindle. The Civil Aviation Authoritys ban extends a previous order that was set to run until the end of May.
Dubai Tourism issues guidelines to begin water sports, skydiving; private beaches allowed to openedit
The Times of India – Online
In a positive development, Dubai Tourism has allowed water sports and skydiving activities in the country along with allowing private beaches to open. On Tuesday, the tourism department issued a set of guidelines to restart water sports and other outdoor activities that were shut down completely due to the spread of deadly Coronavirus.
France unveils 18 billion euro plan for crown jewels tourism sectoredit
The Economic Times – Online
Nearly 90 million foreign tourists visited France in 2019, making it the worlds most visited country, government data shows. Tourism accounts for almost 8% of the countrys 2.3 trillion euro economy.
Egypt prepares for partially reopening hotels for local tourismedit
The Economic Times – Online
Government committees, formed by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, Ministry of Health, Egyptian Hotel Association (EHA) as well as representatives from the provinces of the South Sinai, Red Sea, Luxor and Aswan, did the inspection, said Abdel Fattah alAasy, assistant minister of tourism and antiquities for monitoring tourism and hotel facilities on Thursday, Xinhua news agency reported.
Tropical Bali looking to reopen to tourists in Octoberedit
Reuters – Online
Balinese Hindus wearing face masks carry sacred ornaments as they attend a ritual amid the coronavirus disease (COVID19) outbreak, at Ulun Danu Batur temple in Kintamani, Bali, Indonesia, April 7, 2020.
Thailand Allows Malls to Reopen in Latest Loosening of Lockdownedit
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Temperature checks, masks the new normal for air travel, says Dubai airport CEOedit
The Rahnuma – Online
Temperature screening and face masks will become common sights at airports to mitigate the spread of the new coronavirus but physical distancing could make flying more expensive, the head of Dubai airport said.
How Bali, a tourist hotspot, escaped becoming a virus hotspotedit
The Print, Hindustan Times – Online
Jakarta: Bali, the resort island popular with backpackers, was always seen as a fertile ground for the coronavirus as millions of foreign tourists flock to its beaches. But it is today being touted as a model by Indonesian authorities in tackling the pandemic.
Dubai grants 10year Golden Visas to more than 200 doctors; visa fines also waivededit
The Times of India – Online
As per latest news, Dubais ruler, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has granted 10year Golden Visas to more than 200 medical professionals working for the DHA (Dubai Health Authority) in appreciation of their fight against the COVID19. He issued instructions to relevant authorities to grant these Golden Visas to all such health professionals who are in the frontline battling Coronavirus.
Dubai explores drivein cinema in time of social distancing; Porsche & popcorns become the new movie comboedit
The Economic Times – Online
Moviegoers in Dubai frustrated by the closure of cinemas during the coronavirus pandemic will soon be able to watch films from the comfort of their own car at a new drivein cinema created on the roof of one of the worlds largest shopping malls.
A guide to the travel status of countries around the world and their timelines out of lockdownedit
India Times Post – Online
All non Hong Kong residents coming from mainland China, Macau and Taiwan will be subject to a 14day compulsory quarantine after entering Hong Kong, but entry will be denied if the non Hong Kong resident has travelled to any overseas countries or regions in the 14 days prior to arrival in Hong Kong.
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Travel and tourism industry in shock with no relief measures from govtedit
Live Mint – Online
Tourism industry was affected even before the lockdown in the month of February, when the international flights and visa were cancelled starting with China and then followed by Italy, Iran, Korea and later by all other countries.
Domestic tourism to recover before international Leisure tourism will rebound faster than business traveledit
The Times of India – Online
Asia has been a big contributor to tourism, both by way of the number of tourists and tourism receipts. With China emerging as the source of the coronavirus, do you foresee apprehensions about Asian tourists when international travel opens up.
Future of Tourism with COVID19edit
Trending News – Online
This experiment is in pilot phase, Hong Kong airport is testing such booths. In these booths sanitizer is sprayed all over body except face for 40 seconds. This will ensure safety of everyone. Some airports are planning to implement echeck in and passport control. Various signage of maintaining social distancing are being installed at Airports.
Whats the importance of tourism to the worlds economyedit
WIO News – Online
However, as the realisation dawns that the world will have to learn to live with the virus, governments are keen on kickstarting tourism for economic revival. European Union is planning to salvage the summer tourist season and is asking member nations to throw open their borders. It has called for unrestricted movement across member states, albeit with safety measures, such as face masks on aeroplanes and social distancing.
Travel during the time of coronavirus: Ready for a fauxcationedit
Hindustan Times – Online
Another user, Matt Parmenter, shared a picture of himself against the backdrop of pyramids. He wrote, Got a giant green screen at the studio, decided to take myself on a virtual vacation. I went to the Great Wall of China, the Pyramids, a Walmart (hey, havent been shopping in a while), and dropped in on a White House presser. Travel is good for the soul! #virtualvacation.
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Formula E Race At Home: Wehrlein wins again for Mahindra Racing in virtual Hong Kong E-Prixedit
The Indian Express – Online
The eight-weekend ABB Formula E Race At Home Challenge is bringing the race to people’s living rooms and Mahindra Racing’s Pascal Wehrlein is going strong with his second consecutive win in the Hong Kong E-Prix. Wehrlein and Jerome D’Ambrosio raced the virtual Hong Kong E-Prix circuit for Round 4 of the sim series which is now halfway through.
Hong Kong protests: Ice cream shop offers tear gas flavoured ice creamedit
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The protests in Hong Kong began over proposed legislation that would have allowed criminal suspects to be extradited to mainland China to face charges.
A guide to the travel status of countries around the world and their timelines out of lockdownedit
India Times Post – Online
All non Hong Kong residents coming from mainland China, Macau and Taiwan will be subject to a 14day compulsory quarantine after entering Hong Kong, but entry will be denied if the non Hong Kong resident has travelled to any overseas countries or regions in the 14 days prior to arrival in Hong Kong.