Competition
Many Asian countries reopening borders for tourismedit
Travel and Tour World – Online
Many countries in Asia are now reopening their borders for tourism. Asia witnessed strictest border restrictions and closures since the commencement of Covid19 pandemic. Europe has now started reopening borders; however, countries in Asia are proceeding more cautiously regarding inbound travel.
Covid19: Japan all set for surge in coronavirus cases amid domestic travel campaign launchedit
Hindustan Times – Online
Japan is bracing for a surge in the number of coronavirus infection after fresh cases exceeded the 1,000 mark for the first time, a week after the start of a national travel campaign to revive the tourism industry.
10 Lesser Known Beach Destinations In Asia To Consider While Planning Your Honeymoonedit
Idiva – Online
When it comes to planning beach vacations, most Indian honeymooners think of Bali, Thailand, and maybe Vietnam. These places are all great, but we tend to focus on the destinations which are popular and touristy, since those are more well known.
Bali reopens todayedit
CN Traveller – Online
On 9 July, the Indonesian island opened local businesses and tourist attractions to local residents. On 31 July, it will open doors to domestic travellers. And if all goes by plan, international visitors will be welcomed by 11 September, as per reports.
Industry
Indian Hotel Sector on the Verge of Collapse: HAIedit
Travel Trends Today – Online
The COVID 19 pandemic has led to demand destruction in excess of 90% for the tourism and hospitality sector which employs nearly 4.5 Crore people; provides livelihood to around 16 crore people, and contributes 9% to Indias GDP.
In 5 months, COVID19 cost a shocking $320 billion loss!edit
Travel and Tour World – Online
On this Tuesday, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has declared that the pandemic and lockdowns have damaged the tourism sector and cost a shocking $320 billion loss in just four months from January to May, a signal of an overwhelming hammering on the industry as majority of the world stays at home.
Covid19 has deeply impacted travel industry, opening up of domestic tourism will boost economyedit
Business Standard – Online
Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State for Tourism and Culture (IC), Govt of India has said that the pandemic has deeply impacted the travel industry and opening up of domestic tourism will help in boosting the economy post COVID19. The need is to have coordinated and concerted efforts from all stakeholders including the Government of India, state governments, various ministries and industry.
Asian most confident of travelling in the new normal, led by India & Thailand: Surveyedit
Travel Biz Monitor, Travel and Tour World – Online
At the other end of the spectrum, Japan rated the most cautious with a score of 40, followed by the Philippines (43) and Hong Kong (50). Other countries that scored below the global average included Sweden, New Zealand, UK, Canada, and USA.
COVID 19 Pandemic Cost International Tourism $320 Billion In Jan May: United Nationsedit
Sakal – Print – Mumbai
In the first five months of 2020, the COVID 19 pandemic has resulted in an estimated loss of $320 billion in the global tourism revenue, threatening the livelihoods of millions of people, said the United Nations on Tuesday, July 28. In a statement, the Madrid based World Tourism Organisation said that the gross revenue loss between January and May is “more than three times the loss during the Global Financial Crisis of 2009”.
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Bilateral air bubble: Hong Kong not allowing flights from India; discussions on with Kuwait, says Govtedit
Scroll, Business Today, Defence Aviation Post, Travel Biz Monitor – Online Millennium Post – Print – Delhi
Hong Kong is not allowing flights from India and the Centre is in discussions with the Kuwait government to establish a bilateral air bubble, said the Civil Aviation Ministry on Wednesday.