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Malaysia, Spore agree to ease curbs for crossborder traveledit
Newsd, Business World, Travel and Tour World – Online
Malaysia and Singapore have agreed to mutually ease travel restrictions imposed due to the COVID19 pandemic and resume some necessary travels between the two countries, the governments said on Tuesday.
Abu Dhabi sees promising signs of progress in tourism as domestic restrictions easeedit
Business World – Online
The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) today revealed signs of progress within the tourism sector as the Emirate prepares to gradually open up to international travel. Hotel occupancy rates in Abu Dhabi have risen by three per cent yearonyear since July 1 and are expected to rise further with the launch of a number of initiatives within the emirate aimed at boosting the sector.
Vachan launches ultimate package for tourism & hospitality industryedit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online
At a time when the industry is facing an uncertain future, Mumbaibased destination wedding aggregator, 7Vachan Global has come out with one time flash deal for luxury properties spread over the 6 countries India, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Maldives, Thailand, and Bahrain.
COVID19: Thailand changes entry rules after new Coronavirus cases spark second wave fearedit
The Financial Express – Online
Flight crew wears protective masks as they arrive at the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand. (Courtesy: AP Photo) Thailands government tightened regulations for the entry of foreigners on Tuesday, after two new imported coronavirus cases with possible exposure to the public raised concern about a second wave of infections.
Brand USA Virtually Celebrates Independence Day in Indiaedit
Travel Trends Today – Online
On July 3, 2020, Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, organized a virtual celebration of American Independence Day for travel professionals and travel trade media across India.
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WTTC launches campaign for mandatory usage of face masks during travelsedit
Travel and Tour World– Online
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) recently called upon all travellers to wear protective face masks as a part of their wear to care campaign urging travellers to show care for themselves and others as a part of the new normal of travelling.
International travel is picking up. But is it time yet to book those ticketsedit
Money Control – Online
Emirates, which was recently in news for its mega layoff exercise, has continued to expand its services amid the COVID19 pandemic. On July 9, it added seven more destinations, taking the total to 58. Before the disruption caused by the pandemic, the Dubaibased airline was flying to 157 destinations.