Travel Trends Today – Online

Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of its strategy for the tourism sector, which has been created in anticipation for the return of tourists worldwide. The capital has been gradually easing stayathome measures after its proven success in curbing the spread of COVID19.

Reuters – Online

Thailand will lift a ban on international flights on July 1, its aviation regulator said on Monday.The announcement came after the government earlier on Monday approved some foreign travel to the country including business travellers and foreigners with spouses, work permits or residency in the country.

The Financial Express – Online

Of the six community cases, four are Singaporeans (citizens) or permanent residents (foreigners) and two are foreigners on work passes, it said. covid 19 cases in singapore, COVID19, singapore tourism, COVID19 circuit breaker, latest news on singapore tourism.

India Times – Online

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Deccan Chronicle – Online

After battling the first major coronavirus epidemic outside China, South Korea managed to reduce the rates of daily infections to single digits by late April, propelled by an intensive tracking and testing campaign.

Reuters – Online

Business visitors from Japan, South Korea, Singapore, China and Hong Kong could also be exempted from a twoweek quarantine period under a fast track entry if they have certificates to show they were free from COVID19 and were tested upon arrival.

ANI News, Punjab Tribune – Online

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) said on Sunday that tourism businesses in Singapore will be permitted to resume operations in a phased manner from July 1, beginning with 13 attractions, Xinhua news agency reported.

Travel Trends Today – Online

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Republic of Turkey has introduced a set of measures called as Safe Tourism Certification Program. This certificate, which is issued under the guidance of Ministry of Culture and Tourism, covers a broad range of measures including transportation, accommodation, health condition of employees of the facilities and passengers.

The Times of India – Online

The lockdown largely affected the tourism industry in countries around the world, and now as nations are preparing to return from the longdrawn hiatus, there is some good news for travellers In order to encourage tourist footfall, some countries are offering to pay tourists to visit, in order to boost their economy.

Travel Trends Today – Online

Restrictions on travel, introduced in response to the COVID19 pandemic, are slowly being eased, allowing tourism to restart in a growing number of destinations. The latest research by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) shows that 22 per cent of all destinations worldwide (48 destinations) have started to ease restrictions, with Europe leading the way.

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

The coronavirus outbreak is unexpectedly providing an opportunity to Singapore Airlines to grab a share of the lucrative Indian market held by rivals Emirates and Etihad Airways through a local affiliate.

Reuters – Online

Thailand recorded no foreign tourists for a second month in May as borders remained closed to control the coronavirus spread, with the 6.69 million visitors from January to May a slump of 60% from a year earlier, the tourism ministry said on Friday.

UNI India – Online

Thailand is an economic model that aims to unlock the country from several economic challenges resulting from past economic development models which place emphasis on agriculture, light industry, and advanced industry, said M Sweeya Santipitaks, ConsulGeneral of Thailand Kolkata during an EConference on Business Opportunities in Thailand organised by Indian Chamber of Commerce on Friday.

IT News Online – Online

Tencent today announced the use of Tencent Cloud Conference and VooV Meeting for the Singapore Tourism Board (STB)s ChinaReady Webinar, ensuring a secure registration and highquality online conferencing experience.

CN Traveller – Online

With the world on lockdown mode for much of the past few months, people are itching to finally get out of their homes and do what they love most: travel. When borders open again, Thailand Tourism is giving you the chance to send your best friend on a holiday to Thailand!

Live Mint – Online

International airlines have started to resume flight operations to China after a loosening of aviation restrictions brought in as part of the countrys response to the Covid19 pandemic, South China Morning Post reported.

Business Standard, Hindustan Times – Online

A gurdwara in has facilitated the first chartered flight to to repatriate 209 Indians stranded in the UAE, according to a media report. The Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara arranged the flight with 209 passengers on board, which took off on Thursday from to Amritsar, the Gulf News reported.

UNI India – Online

Japan on Thursday partially resumed international flights, with a chartered plane leaving Narita Airport near Tokyo bound for Vietnam.

The Indian Express – Print – Delhi,  Mumbai

Days after the Dubai administration allowed residency visa-holders and tourists to arrive into the emirate, flag carrier Air India said that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) aviation regulator has not allowed passengers to fly to the country on repatriation flights.

CNBC TV18 – Online

Other Southeast Asian countries with slowing infections are considering travel bubble arrangements in the months ahead, such as Malaysia and Thailand, to include countries such as China, South Korea and Japan.

Reuters, Live Mint – Online

The advantage for Singapore Airlines will come from the fact that India doesnt allow foreign airlines to directly fly passengers to a third country.

The Statesman – Print – Delhi

Thailand will allow some foreigners to enter the country from 1 July, in an easing of the months long travel lockdown. Dr Taweesin Visanuyothin, spokesman of the government’s Centre for Covid19 Situation Administration (CCSA), said today that the first group would comprise businessmen and investors in the waiting list who have agreed to Alternative State Quarantine.

Business World – Online

Maldives relies heavily on the tourism industry as it accounts for the largest foreign exchange earnings, making it the biggest economic contributor in the country. However, it has come to a standstill due to the stringent public health measures taken to curb COVID19.

Travel Trends Today – Online

Tripoto has partnered with the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) to promote the capital of the UAE as the ideal destination for Indian travellers. As part of the partnership, Tripoto created four Gigapixels digital image bitmaps composed of one billion pixels each and featuring 1,000 times the information captured by a 1megapixel digital camera.

The Times of India – Online

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has told Air India that transportation of passengers whether UAE nationals or not to the emirates on the repatriation Vande Bharat Mission (VBM) flights is not allowed.

The Economic Times – Online

Thailand plans to allow some foreign travellers into the country starting next week, as it eases restrictions imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, a senior official said on Wednesday.

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

The European Commission and Japan today signed an agreement on civil aviation safety, which will further boost the EUs already strong cooperation with Japan and reinforce the competitiveness of the EUs aviation industry, according to an update on European Commission website.

The Times of India – Online

Similarly, the tourism sector is also seen coming out of the lurch after a hiatus of two to three months Thus, tourist spots are also slowly opening up and gearing to welcome visitors European countries are opening up borders as well, and the rest of the world is following suit gradually.

Reuters – Online

Spains king and queen visited a Canary Islands beach on Tuesday on the first leg of a tour intended to help rescue the tourismdependent economy, battered by the coronavirus crisis.

The Times of India – Online

Egypt has suspended visa fees for tourist destinations until October as it is gearing up to welcome flights from next week. This move comes in a bid to encourage visitors to return to the country, although cases of Coronavirus continue to surge across the country.

Travel and Tour World – Online

Costa Rica reopens tourism sector Published on : Tuesday, June 23, 2020 After months of dealing with the COVID19 crisis, Costa Rica has finally decided to reopen its tourism sector. According to reports, Costa Rica has recorded one of the lowest coronavirus fatality rates in Latin America.

The Times of India – Online

In fact, Spains Balearic Islands have permitted German tourists to get into the country for a tourism trial for two weeks Also, the country is looking to lift its state of emergency on June 21 Apart from these three, other countries that have opened up eased travel restrictions are Albania, Belgium Slovakia , the UK, Romania Denmark , the Czech Republic, Ireland Switzerland , Ireland, France Finland , and Iceland.

WIO News – Online

When Thai travel consultancy Local Alike saw its revenue drop to zero due to the coronavirus outbreak, it started selling products from villages through social media. The business has generated 2.6 million baht ($84,000) for locals in 20 communities selling products from snacks to rice.

The Rahnuma – Online

Saudi Arabia plans to start a tourism development fund with an initial $4 billion investment, the ministry of tourism said on Sunday, as part of plans to diversify the economy in the face of the coronavirus pandemic and low oil prices.

CN Traveller – Online

Fiji, for instance, is exploring a travel bubble with neighbouring Australia and New Zealand, the two countries that it relies heavily on for tourism revenue. Malaysia is exploring a similar arrangement with other South Asian countries.

Travel Trends Today, Mumbai Chaupher, Travel Trends Today – Online

Emirates welcomes the latest air travel protocols that will facilitate international travel for UAE citizens, residents and tourists, and open Dubai to business and leisure visitors from 7 July, while putting in place careful measures to ensure the health and safety of travellers and communities.

English Mathrubhumi – Online

After monthslong uncertainty over travel due to coronavirus outbreak, Dubai has lifted the restrictions on flight operations. Now, Dubai has granted permission to citizens and foreign nationals holding residency visas to return to the country from June 23. At the same time, the city will conditionally open its doors for tourists from July 7.

TTR Weekly – Online

Tourism leaders from the 10-ASEAN nations claim they are ready to engage and promote tourism within the region’s member countries but have so far failed to come up with a timeframe to reopen borders.

Republic World – Online

On the other hand, Kharola had also stated that if international operations need to resume, then both the countries involved have to be ready and there also needs to be considerable traffic. As of now, several countries like US, UK, Brazil, and Singapore have allowed conditional entry to their region while other nations are allowing entry only to their citizens.

SiaSat, CN Traveller, Times Now News, The Financial Express, Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Dubai is all set to welcome foreign tourists in the country from July 7, but only those who present a recent COVID19 negative certificate or undergo testing on arrival at Dubai airport, Khaleej Times reported.

Business Today – Online

Thailand hopes to ease some coronavirus restrictions on foreigners entering the country after going for 28 days without recording any domestic transmissions, a senior official said on Monday. Those who will benefit from the easing of restrictions will include business executives, skilled workers and foreigners who live in Thailand.

Reuters – Online

A series of floating islands will be built in Dubai as part of a new beach development project announced by the emirates Road and Transport Authority (RTA) on Sunday. Sunset Promenade will be connected to Jumeirah Beach near the Dubai Water Canal and cover a total area of 190,000 square metres, according to a promotional video tweeted by the RTA.

Devdis Course, Business World, Reuters – Online

Last week, the UAE allowed citizens and residents to travel to countries deemed lowrisk for catching the coronavirus. Dubais economy, which heavily relies on retail, tourism and hospitality, has suffered from the lockdown and travel restrictions as the coronavirus outbreak spread.

The Times of India – Online

Getting a dream travel job, where you get paid for travelling the world, will necessarily give you the high at any point of time. However, in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic, tourism is struggling, along with you being stuck at home. The risk of travel seems to be a dreadful thought for now. So how about going on a virtual tour from the comfort of your home, and also getting paid for it? Well, this is set to become a reality. There is a company that is willing to shell out $1000 to you to take a virtual tour of any destination you want.

News 18 – Online

Sri Lanka opened its first underwater museum in the southern port city of Galle on Wednesday (June 17) ahead of plans to start reopening the country to tourism on August 1. The museum was built by the countrys Navy and is about 15 metres (50 feet) underwater within the port.

Mid Day, India Tv News – Online

The Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry on Friday launched a twoday programme to introduce the countrys safe tourism concept to ambassadors to Turkey in the Mediterranean province of Antalya during the COVID19 pandemic.

WIO News – Online

On Sunday, Spain will end its state of emergency that was imposed on March 14 due to coronavirus outbreak in the country and now the European nation will open its borders to EU and Schengen area countries for a muchneeded tourism boost.

The Times of India – Online

From now on, all travellers entering Singapore will have to undergo COVID19 test, and also pay for it. As per the latest news reports, everyone, regardless of their citizenship status, will now be required to foot the bill of up to S$200 for their COVID19 tests, which will be carried out a few days before the end of the mandatory 14day StayHome Notice (SHN) period at a selected testing facility.

Telangana Today – Online

It starts at a price of Rs 8,200 to a range of attractive shorthaul international destinations from September later this year with the likes of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Mauritius and Dubai among others.

Money Control – Online

Thailand offers 3D Virtual Tours of 10 destinations mostly on the fringes sprawled across the countrys 9 destinations. When you click a destination link on your screen, you will have a 360degree view and can walk around by using your cursor.

Times Now News – Online

A British couple who got stranded in an Indonesian village due to the coronavirus are spending their days in the wild. Jeff Yip, 37, and his wife Zuzana Barancova, 36, spent two years to save for a trip to explore South East Asia.

The Times of India – Online

National Parks in Thailand are going to get shut down for two to three months each year from now on According to reports, Thailands 133 national parks were shut down on March 25 during the Coronavirus outbreak, and they continue to remain closed The Tourism Authority of Thailand has said that these parks will remain closed until further notice.

Reuters – Online

Thailand could allow inbound international travel to resume next month for business purposes, the aviation regulator said on Thursday, as the country seeks to revive an economy hit badly by the impacts of the coronavirus and global travel curbs.

Newsd – Online

It starts at a price of Rs 8,200 to a range of attractive shorthaul international destinations from September later this year with the likes of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Mauritius and Dubai among others.

Republic World, The Times of India – Online

China: Authorities impose travel restrictions on Anxin county to curb surging cases  travel restrictions were placed on nearly half a billion people residing in Anxin county on June 18 in a swift move to contain the spread of coronavirus.

Republic World – Online

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday lifted virus travel restrictions within the country and said it is in discussion to allow some travel from Vietnam, Thailand, Australia and New Zealand.

Newsd – Online

The Indonesian resort island of Bali is set to welcome domestic visitors in August and foreign tourists from September onwards, a Minister announced. Minister for Tourism and Creative Economy Wishnutama Kusubandio said on Wednesday that the spread of COVID19 has been relatively subdued in Bali compared with other areas of the country, reports Xinhua news agency.

The Kashmir Monitor – Online

Thirtysix percent of people prefer to visit Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. The survey revealed 72 percent of the respondents prefer reputed tour operators, hotel chains, and other services.

Travel Trends Today, Business Traveller India – Online

Emirates today announced it will offer scheduled flights for travellers in 10 more cities: Colombo (from 20 June), Sialkot (24 June), Istanbul (from 25 June); Auckland, Beirut, Brussels, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (all from 1 July); and Barcelona and Washington DC (all from 15 July).

Business Traveller – Online

Abu Dhabi is set to reopen a select number of museums and cultural sites including Louvre Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Hosn, Cultural Foundation, Al Ain Oasis, Al Jahili Fort and Al Ain Palace Museum from June 24.

The Times of India – Online

The UAE has been extremely proactive in implementing a farranging series of preventative healthcare and hygiene protocols, including ramping up its hospital infrastructure and rapid testing capabilities as confirmed by its ranking as the worlds top country for its response to COVID19 in terms of number of tests per million people.

The Times of India – Online

Dubai water parks are all geared up to start operations, and as per the latest reports, preparations are underway. This was announced recently by the Emirate’s tourism authority that also issued a circular to the park operators.

Reuters – Online

Airports of Thailand (AOT) said it expects passenger numbers and revenue to fall by 50% in 2020 as a result of the coronavirus crisis. AOT, which manages six airports including Bangkoks main Suvarnabhumi, on Wednesday forecast a 50.7% yearonyear drop in revenue for its 2020 fiscal year and a 42.2% fall in 2021.

The Times of India – Online

When coronavirus hit, all summer bookings were cancelled. Tour guides are not on regular salary, they get paid for each booking. With no support from the government, we decided to start online experiences, said Gaurav Kumar, founder TourHQ, a travel company based mainly out of Hong Kong and Singapore.

MINT – Print – Mumbai

For centuries, Bali’s Trunyanese people have left their dead to decompose in the open, the bodies placed in bamboo cages until only the skeletons remain. It is a ritual they haven’t given up even as the covid-19 pandemic upends burial practices worldwide with religious leaders in protective gear, cemetary workers in hazmat suits, and mourners banned or unable to comfort each other because of social- distancing rules.

wion – Online

Beijing banned high-risk people from leaving the Chinese capital and halted some transportation services on Tuesday.

Newsd – Online

Thailand will not launch the Travel Bubble campaign to promote the countrys tourist industry until after July, a top official said on Tuesday. Though the government has approved plans to promote the Travel Bubble campaign for international tourists to and from Thailand, it would not be launched by as soon as July, Xinhua news agency quoted Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) director Chula Sukmanop as saying.

Reuters – Online

Thailands cabinet approved on Tuesday a domestic tourism package worth 22 4 billion baht ($722 35 million) to revitalise a key sector hit by the coronavirus pandemic, an official said The package will offer incentives for medical personnel and health volunteers as well as the general public to travel in the country, deputy government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek told Reuters

Travel Trends Today – Online

Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) launches I M PEOPLE FOCUSED a new marketing campaign to stimulate the return of international incentive travel programmes and corporate meetings. According to Nichapa Yoswee, Senior Vice President Strategic Marketing and Business Development at TCEB, the campaign was inspired by the success of their first Customer Care Update sent in early April 2020.

Republic World – Online

Singapore has put on hold for two years construction of a mega terminal at its international airport in Changi, citing uncertainty created by COVID19 pandemic and its devastating impact on the aviation sector.

Hindustan Times – Online

Thailand further eased restrictions on restaurants Monday. Bangkoks many eateries, which reopened in May after being shut down for more than a month, are now allowed to serve alcoholic drinks again, and there is no longer a curfew. The lack of alcoholic drinks squeezed margins even further in the besieged industry.

MINT –  Print – Delhi, Mumbai

For centuries, Bali’s Trunyanese people have left their dead to decompose in the open, the bodies placed in bamboo cages until only the skeletons remain. It is a ritual they haven’t given up even as the covid-19 pandemic upends burial practices worldwide with religious leaders in protective gear, cemetary workers in hazmat suits, and mourners banned or unable to comfort each other because of social distancing rules.

Travel Trends Today – Online

Over the years, India has emerged as one of the top markets for Australia. India currently occupies the sixth position following China, New Zealand, United States, United Kingdom and Singapore, with each tourist averaging an expenditure of approximately AU$ 5,000.

The Statesman – Print – Delhi

The new SHN rules apply from 11.59 p.m. on Wednesday to travellers who have been in Australia, Brunei, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, mainland China, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam in the last 14 consecutive days before their entry. Singapore citizens and permanent residents may serve their 14 day SHN at their place of residence.

Outlook – Online

Thailand”s Cabinet on Tuesday approved three projects with a combined budget of more than 22 billion baht (USD 707 million) to help the country”s reeling tourism industry recover from the coronavirus crisis.

The Statesman – Print – Delhi, Sakal – Print – Mumbai

Borders opened up across Europe on Monday after three months of coronavirus closures that began chaotically in March. But many restrictions persist, it’s unclear how keen Europeans will be to travel this summer and the continent is still closed to Americans, Asians and other international tourists.

Travel and Tour World – Online

Todays Australian Bureau of Statistics Overseas Arrivals and Departures results reveal the month Australias tourism industry officially flatlined, with an extraordinary 99.7% decrease on April 2019, the largest decrease on record.

Femina – Online

Bali in Indonesia is perfect for such a range of experiences From immersing yourself in Balinese culture to engaging in a rigorous hike, youll be amazed by the sheer variety of things to see and do here Check out these 5 things you absolutely cant miss when its safe to travel to Bali again.

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

As Dubai readies itself to open its doors to visitors from around the world, the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) is focused on assuring travellers and trade partners of the citys ability to not only receive guests safely and allow for a wellrounded destination experience; but also be able to ensure that the health and wellbeing of all communities within the city remains uncompromised.

Reuters – Online

Malaysian budget carrier AirAsia Group will restart all domestic routes from July, Chief Executive Officer Tony Fernandes said on Monday, after the government eased movement curbs for containing the coronavirus.

India Today – Online

Nestling within a lush tropical rainforest in Koh Kood island, Thailand, Soneva Kiri advocates barefoot luxury. Think jungle lagoons, sparkling waterfalls and beaches with sand so clean it squeaks underfoot. The resorts Back to Nature holidays help guests counter urban ennui while getting sensitised about the need to tread lightly on Earth.

Idiva – Online

The coronavirus pandemic has affected the tourism industry like never before. Struggling hard to revive their tourism, a few countries like Maldives, Sri Lanka, Turkey have begun to reopen to tourists this summer.

CNBC TV18 – Online

Rumors that Thailand was opening to international travelers on July 1 were squashed last month when Yuthasak Supasorn, the governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, said tourists may return in the fourth quarter of the year at the earliest.

Republic World, The Week – Online

It reopened last week after being closed for two months during Thailands coronavirus lockdown For now the ban has little practical effect beyond excluding expatriates who live in the country, as Thailand has been closed to foreign tourists since the lockdown began.

The Economic Times, The New Indian Express – Online

He said ideas under consideration include allowing visitors from areas where outbreaks have subsided, such as China, Hong Kong, Japan and Taiwan. Business travellers and visitors falling into the medical tourism category might also be among those initially allowed back in.

Outlook – Online

An irony of the coronavirus pandemic is that the idyllic beach vacation in Mexico in the brochures really does exist now: The white sand beaches are sparkling çlean and empty on the Caribbean coast, the water is clear on the Pacific coast and the waters around the resort of Los Cabos are teeming with fish after 10 weeks with no boats going out. There are two-for-one deals and very eager staff.

The Times of India – Online

Europe is taking a big step toward new normality as many countries open borders to fellow Europeans after three months of coronavirus lockdowns – but even though Europeans love their summer vacations, it’s not clear how many are ready to travel again.

ANI – Online

Singapore’s flag carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA) and SilkAir have announced to increase the number of destinations of their network from June and July.

Bio Spectrum Asia – Online

COVID19 includes government insight and measures on the status of the COVID19 infection in Thailand and worldwide, as well as online resources for organisers and visitors seeking to benefit from regular updates.

Travel Trends Today – Online

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) is focused on assuring travelers and trade partners of the citys ability to not only receive guests safely and allow for a wellrounded destination experience; but also be able to ensure that the health and wellbeing of all communities within the city remains uncompromised.

The Times of India – Online

The renowned poet Rumi once said, Listen to silence, it has so much to say. But silence is a far cry for city dwellers living amid car honks, and the smell of fuel. Now here comes the idea Urban Quiet Park, which promises people a quiet environment inside the city. Working on the same concept, the Yangmingshan National Park in Taiwan was officially certified as the world’s first Urban Quiet Park on June 5 (World Environment Day) by the government of Taiwan along with a California-based NGO.

Live Mint – Online

Perhaps nowhere is the worlds lack of flights due to the coronavirus pandemic more clearly felt than at Dubai International Airport, for years the worlds busiest for international travel. Its Terminal 3, which sees tens of millions pass through it each year, stood empty and quiet on Wednesday, the oncefull departure board showing only seven flights for the sheikhdoms longhaul carrier Emirates.

Defence Aviation Post, The Times of India – Online

Malaysia Airlines will restart some of its international flights in July to facilitate essential travel, allowing families who have not been able to reunite due to travel restrictions across the globe.

BW Hotelier Business World – Online

To coincide with World Oceans Day, Atlantis Dubai announces that it has been granted accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA). AZA is the independent accrediting organisation for the best zoos and the best aquariums in the world, assuring the public that when they visit an AZAaccredited facility, it meets the highest standards for animal care and welfare. There are now 240 AZAaccredited facilities worldwide, with just 23 of these members including Atlantis Dubai being outside of the USA.

Mid Day – Online

A decadent banana bread, a home-cooked meal arranged in a thali just like mother’s, or a quick, gooey mug cake. There’s no denying the fact that food has been a major source of comfort in this hour of crisis; our social media feeds bear testimony to that. And so, when season 3 of Zomaland — aggregator app Zomato’s food carnival — which was scheduled for a launch this year hit a roadblock, the obvious choice was going digital.

Hotelier India – Online

“Singapore witnessed almost 100% decline in international tourist arrivals as only around 750 visitors arrived in April 2020. According to the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the international tourist arrivals stood at approximately 1.6 million in April 2019.

The Times of India – Online

The iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, which is also one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world, is all set to reopen for public from June 25. The attraction was shut due to the Coronavirus. This was for the second time since WWII that the Eiffel Tower was closed for more than three months.

The Times of India – Online

On one hand the pandemic may have halted the plans of those bitten by the travel bug; on the other hand, it has encouraged arm chair travellers to enjoy virtual tours of their favourite landmarks. Furthermore, many have been using this time productively to plan their getaway once the lockdown is lifted. Let’s face it; being bound to one’s home for duration of two months cannot be easy.

The Telegraph – Online

We also loved looking at some of the most iconic streets from New Yorks 5th Avenue to the buzzing Khao San Road in Thailands Bangkok. If you havent explored the app yet, now would be a good time.

Reuters – Online

Indonesia has resumed domestic flights for all passengers provided airlines operate at 70% capacity and follow strict rules brought into force on Tuesday, when the country announced its biggest daily rise in cases of the novel coronavirus.

Reuters – Online

Borders remain effectively closed, but interstate travel will be allowed starting June 10. Returning Malaysians who test negative can self-isolate at home for 14 days starting Wednesday, instead of at a quarantine centre.

TTG Asia – Online

As it readies to welcome back international tourists in 3Q2020, Taiwan has launched a three-phase reopening plan, which includes the budgeting of NT$2 billion (US$33 million) for tourism re-introduction.

Times Travel – Online

The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) has now clarified regarding the nation reopening for tourism. According to SLTPB, August is the month when they are planning to start welcoming tourists, precisely, August 1. But it is going to be for a limited number of people, and only in small groups. The Chairperson of SLTPB, Kimali Fernando, denied earlier reports that said that the tourism industry is set to reopen in mid-June.

The Strait Times – Online

Singapore is among the safest places to live in during the Covid-19 pandemic, a new study says, indicating that the authorities are well placed to lift restrictions aimed at reducing the spread of the coronavirus.

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has teamed up with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to develop a longterm sustainable tourism strategy.

Mumbai Mirror – Online

A Ukrainian man who fell into an abandoned well and broke his leg while being chased by a wild dog in Bali was rescued after being trapped for nearly a week, Indonesian police said on Monday.

The Print – Online

Singapore wont return to the open and connected global economy that existed before the island nation went into a partial lockdown two months ago due to the outbreak of the coronavirus, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said.

Newsd – Online

AirAsia Indonesia will resume flights on June 19 as the country has gradually relaxed rules on the largescale social restrictions imposed in the wake of the COVID19 pandemic, the airline said. President Director of AirAsia Indonesia Veranita Yosephine Sinaga said that preparations for the resumption of the scheduled flights have been carried out, reports Xinhua news agency.

BW Hotelier Business World – Online

As Bali begins the first phase of opening up for travel from June, one boutique resort has launched a long stay package for travelers keen on a tropical getaway away from any crowds. With its new twoweek Extended Stay for Greater Value, Tanah Gajah, Resort by Hadiprana, is putting up visitors in 20 villas spread over six hectares amid lush rice paddies.

Outlook – Online

Britain began imposing a 14-day quarantine Monday on travelers coming into the country, months after other European countries imposed similar measures to control the spread of the coronavirus.

The Times of India – Online

If you feel like enjoying the good life with family and friends in an exotic capital city, here is a list of deluxe delights that will not only astound and amaze you but turn Abu Dhabi into your new favourite travel destination.

BW Hotelier – Online

Taiwan launches a three-phase opening plan, set to welcome international tourists in Q3; Chance to win special shopping vouchers while you ‘stay-at-home’.

The Times of India – Online

Indonesias capital opened mosques on Friday for the first time in nearly three months, as the megacity loosens a partial lockdown despite coronavirus cases mounting in the worlds biggest Muslim majority nation.

Reuters – Oline

Singapore plans to give a wearable device that will identify people who had interacted with carriers of coronavirus to each of its 5.7 million residents, in what could become one of the most comprehensive contact-tracing efforts globally.

Money Control , Reuters – Online

With Southeast Asia’s second largest tourism sector affected by the COVID-19 outbreak, Thailand is positioning itself as a trusted destination for international tourists after travel restrictions ease, industry officials say.

Money Control – Online

Dubai’s Emirates, one of the world’s biggest long-haul airlines, said on Thursday it would operate transit flights to 29 destinations in Asia, Europe and North America by June 15.

India TV – Online

Sri Lanka is set to welcome back foreign tourists from August under strict measures to boost the tourism sector that has been crippled by the coronavirus pandemic, authorities said on Saturday.

Travel Daily News – Online

While the UK government has managed well the overall response to the COVID-19 crisis, we believe the 14-day quarantine will put the UK at a distinct competitive disadvantage, says WTTC.

Travel and Tour World – Online

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Yuthasak Supasorn said that the scheme is known as Tiew Pun Suk (trips to share happiness). It will focus on Thais planning to take interprovincial trips between July and October.

Republic World – Online

According to reports, Bali would be all set to welcome tourists by October. Currently, Indonesia has banned travel for all international individuals except for diplomats, permanent residents and humanitarian workers. Some media reports have even stated that Bali and Australia are hoping to implement a travel bubble.

Hindustan Times, The Print – Online

While international leisure travel is still a long way off, hotels and airlines are slashing rates to lure locals. Even in countries where infection rates are still a worry, like Indonesia and Singapore, governments are hoping to reopen tourist hotspots like Bali and restart business travel to China and elsewhere.

India News – Online

Which countries are opening their borders to international tourists (PA via Getty Images) As countries across the world, including Europe, start to reopen their borders as they emerge from the coronavirus pandemic, many people have started asking when they can start to travel again.

Everything Experiential Business World – Online

Zomato has partnered with Singapore Tourism Board and Paytm for the debut digital edition of the carnival. Zomaland is back with a bang by collaborating with Singapore tourism board which is hosting food event Zomaland digitally this time because of pandemic.

Femina – Online

While most people associate the rainforests of Borneo as the primary place of interest for nature lovers in the region, the mainland of Malaysia has quite a few secrets up its sleeve too From primeval jungle and orchidtrailing paths to underwater sanctuaries, theres tonnes to do for those looking to escape the chaos of civilization and relax a little in the lap of nature

Bloomberg Quint – Online

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Mangalorean – Online

A new visa condition set by the Indian government to allow international travel of Indians stranded back home is compounding the woes of several UAE residents desperately wishing to return to their host country.

Voyagers World – Online

With the spread of coronavirus under control and domestic leisure travel growing, Middle East travel professionals are now looking to China to initiate international tourism. A joint survey conducted by the Ivy Alliance Tourism Consulting, China Comfort Travel Group (CCT), and Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), was discussed by a panel of experts during the threeday ATM Virtual event that is currently taking place.

The New Indian Express – Online

Singapore Airlines and its subsidiary serving regional routes, SilkAir will reinstate certain flights in June, July while also increasing the number of destinations as the aviation industry is opening up for the travellers after the COVID19 induced travel restrictions, according to media reports.

Bloomberg Quint – Online

Thailand’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved a bid by a consortium led by BTS Group Holdings Pcl for an airport development project worth 290 billion baht ($9 billion).

IB Times – Online

Thailand, a tourist hotspot, like many countries, shut its tourism doors during the COVID19 pandemic. Even though there is some level of normalcy with the reopening of malls, markets and some tourist spots, the incoming international flights will only begin after June 30. So plan accordingly.

Hindustan Times – Online

As Thailands daily tally of new COVID19 cases has fallen to single digits most days over the past two weeks, authorities continue to ease restrictions put in place to combat the pandemic. Previous routines are both familiar and new as Thais return to daily life.

Hindustan Times, WION – Online

Tourism and related industries make up around 20% of the Greek economy, and the government has been anxious to ensure the tourist season is not lost this year. According to the Tourism Ministry, 350,000 jobs depend directly on tourism, as many as double that number indirectly.

The Financial Express, Business Standard – Online

Singapore is in talks with several countries, including Australia and South Korea, to establish “green lanes” for travel during the COVID 19 environment, officials said. China on Friday became the first country to establish a green lane with Singapore.

Travel and Tour World, Reuters – Online

On Thursday, Prime Minister Philippe said in a statement that freedom will once again become the rule in France and restrictions will become the exception. However, he also mentioned that though the health situation is good, it is not yet ready to go back on being normal and every individual have to be careful while the country gradually reopens.

Hindustan Times – Online

But Marco Lupo, director general of the Lazio regions environmental agency, hypothesized that the evaporation of tourism starting in March could have reduced the amount of sewage produced by the 30 million tourists who normally visit Rome each year.

Reuters – Online

Thailand recorded zero foreign tourists in April after it closed borders and banned international passenger flights to try to curb the spread of the coronavirus. In April last year, there were about 3.2 million foreign tourists who spent about 146 billion baht ($4.59 billion), according to a tourism ministry statement.

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Singapore is planning to establish travel bubbles with countries where coronavirus is under control, authorities said as the citystate on Friday reported 611 new COVID19 cases, a majority of them foreign workers living in dormitories.

The Times of India – Online

Dubai reopens beaches and popular parks today. Referring to this, the Dubai Municipality stated that they are reopening Jumeirah, JBR, Al Mamzar, and Umm Suqeim beaches.

Reuters – Online

Adnan Mayasis first move after Dubai lifted coronavirus restrictions on leisure activities was to hit the emirates indoor ski slope with the added protection of surgical mask and plastic gloves.

The New Indian Express – Online

Beaches in Thailands coastal city of Pattaya is set to reopen to all visitors and local villagers under social distancing rules from June 1 amid COVID19 pandemic.

India Tv News – Online

Singapore China to launch fast lane for essential travel early next month Singapore and China will launch a fast lane arrangement early next month to facilitate essential travel for business and official purposes between the two countries, as they emerge from the coronavirus pandemic with control measures in place, according to a media report.

Travel and Tour World – Online

According to the Centres General Manager, Alan Pryor, This ICCA rankings reveal the high number of international meetings held in Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia last year, and each of these delivered economic contribution, knowledge sharing opportunities and social impact benefits to the country.

Travel off path – Online

The Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand said that tourism could return in the fourth quarter of this year.

Here is everything you need to know about Thailand reopening to tourists and what to expect when one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world opens their border.

Outlook – Online

Greek officials said Saturday that the country will not limit arriving airline passengers next month to people coming from 29 countries but that travellers who departed from places that aren”t on the initial list will be subject to mandatory testing for the coronavirus upon arrival and a quarantine period of one or two weeks.

Outlook – Online

The Spanish government is considering opening up safe “corridors” to allow foreign tourists to visit the Balearic and Canary Islands in mid-June, Minister for Industry, Trade and Tourism Reyes Maroto said.

The Straits Times – Online

International travel has taken a huge hit amid the pandemic but the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is not letting up on efforts to lure Indian tourists once flights resume and they are ready to take to the air.