September 2020
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Thailand extends grace period for stranded foreignersedit

Reuters – Online

Thailand on Monday extended a grace period for visa renewals for foreigners stranded in the country due to the coronavirus pandemic until the end of October, as travel restrictions remain in place and new infections climb globally.

Singapore tourism industry faces long winteredit

Business WorldANI News – Online

These days, the desolate streets and shuttered businesses in popular tourist areas in Singapore like Little India and Chinatown are telling. Top tourist attractions like Sentosa, Universal Studios and the Singapore Zoological Gardens are seeing a fraction of the visitors they used to have.

Japan to lift international travel ban for 10 countries from October 2020edit

India Today – Online

Japan, at the moment, is also trying to negotiate with 16 countries and regions to begin business travel. China and Vietnam belong to this list. Japan will also start permitting foreigners to stay in their country for more than three months from October 1.

For foreign visitors, the Ministry of Tourism of Thailand will lessen the period of quarantine Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

For foreign visitors, the Ministry of Tourism of Thailand will lessen the period of quarantine Published on : Monday, September 28, 2020 On this Friday, Sep 25th, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of Thailand explained that if the first batch of inbound tourists can produce a clear certificate of COVID19 infections, then the ministry will lessen the period of quarantine from 14 days to seven days respectively.

Dubai Imposes Strict Restrictions On Nightlife To Curb Coronavirus Spreadedit

Republic WorldThe Times of India – Online

Dubai has recently announced on Monday, September 28 that it is planning to impose strict restrictions on nightlife to curb the spread of coronavirus. Dubai Dubai on Monday, September 28 has said that it is planning to impose strict restrictions on nightlife to curb the spread of coronavirus.

Dubai, UK Played A Major Role In India’s Covid Spread: IITedit

Mid Day – Print – Mumbai

Travellers from Dubai and Britain played a crucial role in spreading Covid 19 in the early phase and were the primary sources of the importations of the disease into India, said a study by the researchers at Indian Institute of Technology, Mandi (IIT Mandi).

World Tourism Day: Embark on a Virtual Vacation to Australiaedit

The Financial Express – Online

Given the massive tourist inflow into Australia over the recent years, 2020 was expected to be a superlative year for travel. Travel enthusiasts had their wishlists chalked out, the tourism industry was raring to go; Several major onground events like the ICC Mens T20 World Cup in Australia were also scheduled to take place this year.

Missing your summer vacay Travel at home with these destination inspired dcor themesedit

The Times of India – Online

Craving that chance to pack your bags and relive that island trip or roam those beautiful countryside landscapes Well, stop sulking and put on your dcor glasses A Bali inspired style has to incorporate elements of serenity, calm and simplicity Its culture is a mix of ethnicities and is defined by an interesting blend of elements, fabrics, craft and textures.

World Tourism Day 2020: 4 safe places to visit amid COVID19 pandemicedit

Free Press Journal – Online

An archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles, reported just 143 COVID19 cases ever since the pandemic broke, with no deaths. The country has reopened for tourists. However, tourists from only a few countries including Austria, Malaysia, Cambodia, Mauritius, Canada, etc. are permitted to travel.

World Tourism Day 2020: How Lockdown Didnt Stop Wanderlusts Stuck at Home from Travellingedit

News 18 – Online

As Singapore does not have a domestic flight system, the countrys airline is also expected to launch the initiative soon. Air India is also reportedly going to launch such planes soon.

Malaysia allocates RM 48mn for 18 tourism & cultural projects in Sarawakedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Malaysias federal Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry has allocated a total of RM 48,252,000 to fund the implementation of the proposed 18 tourism and cultural development projects in Sarawak, its Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said.

Chinas tourism industry recovers steadily amid epidemic controledit

Free Press Journal – Online

Data from Chinas Ministry of Culture and Tourism showed a positive trend in the recovery and development of the countrys tourism industry, with epidemic control measures in place. In the second quarter, the number of tourists at the Alevel tourist attractions across the country increased by 158.7 percent compared with the previous quarter, while revenue grew 131.7 percent, said Shan Gangxin, an official with the ministry, at a press conference Sunday.

Entry bannededit

The Statesman, Daily Hunt – Online

Riyadhs decision came after aviation authorities in Hong Kong and Dubai suspended air travel from India in the midst of concerns about the country exporting Covidpositive patients on international flights. In both cases, it was the national carrier that was at fault; one case involved an Air India flight while the other was an Air India Express service.

UAE reopens all seven regions to foreign visitorsedit

Reuters – Online

A man is seen through a thermal camera at Dubai International Airport amid the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID19) in Dubai, UAE April 27, 2020. Picture taken April 27, 2020.

Top 3 Worlds Best Places You Must Visitedit

India News – Online

Singapore is one of the smallest countries in the world. It is a vibrant and amazing place to visit, especially if you are visiting it for the first time. It is also one of the safest and cleanest places in the world. Marina Bay Sands, Singapore flyer, and Gardens by the Bay along with the unique cosmopolitan culture of Singapore make it the worlds most popular visitor destinations.

Thailand says hoping to help 100,000 tourists to stay longeredit

Reuters – Online

Thailand, which welcomed nearly 40 million tourists in 2019, halted commercial flights in April and banned foreign visitors in an effort to keep the coronavirus at bay, with repatriation flights infrequent and the only means of leaving the country. Thailand had granted automatic visa extensions from late March to Sept. 26 to all foreigners, including workers.

Indonesia gives free Bali staycations to test tourism readinessedit

ReutersDevdis Course – Online

Indonesia is offering free tours and staycations to 4,440 residents of its resort island of Bali, in a sevenweek tourism dryrun to promote the international holiday hotspot and test its coronavirus health protocols.

Air India Express Opens Bookings for International Flights to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bahrainedit

News 18 – Online

Air India Express has opened bookings for flights to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bahrain under the sixth phase of Vande Bharat Mission. Flyers can book tickets on the airlines official website, call centre, city office or authorised travel agents.

Air India Saudi flights: Will fly passengers from Saudi to India & not other way, says AI Expressedit

The Times of India – Online

Last Sunday (September 20), Hong Kong had for the second time asked Air India not to operate flights there for two weeks till October 3. The reason being a significant number of passengers from India testing positive on arrival in Hong Kong.

Heres how nature conservation, tourism can coexist despite conflictsedit

Hindustan Times – Online

The concept of sustainable nature tourism plays a key role in mediating conflicts between tourism and nature conservation, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. The study takes a geohistorical approach to analyse the environmental conflict surrounding the founding of Koli National Park in Finland, where the idea of sustainable nature tourism was used as a way out of the conflict.

When We Travel Again: Where To Stay In Singaporeedit

Femina –  Online

Quincy Hotel View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miz T (@mizt33) on Jan 2, 2020 at 4:56am PST This property, located just a short distance from the everpopular Orchard Road, ticks all the essential boxes for the ideal hotel.

Singapore to trial business traveller pass as virus curbs easeedit

ReutersDevdis Course – Online

Singapore, a regional travel hub, is home to the Asian headquarters of many global companies whose executives have long relied on the citystates connectivity. It has reciprocal business travel arrangements with a handful of countries, including China, Japan and neighbouring Malaysia.

Singapore Should Expect New Coronavirus Cases As It Plans To Reopen Borders: Expertsedit

News 18 – Online

Singapore should expect new COVID19 cases in the country as it plans to reopen its borders in a safe and controlled way, experts were quoted as saying on Wednesday. Singapore has reported 57,639 cases of coronavirus and 27 deaths due to it. On Wednesday, the country reported 12 new cases, including 4 imported ones.

A Thai national park is mailing trash back to touristsedit

CN Traveller, The SwaddleThe Indian Express – Online

While this is a start, Thailand officials are taking cleanup measures one step further. In a unique approach to a trashy problem, officials in Thailand are mailing back garbage left by tourists in Khao Yai National Park.

Saudi Arabia suspends flights to and from Indiaedit

The Times of IndiaOne IndiaThe PrintEnglish MathrubhumiEnglish VarthabharatiDT NextNewstube CoUdayavaniThe Political EdgeTimes Now NewsBreaking Newz24India NewsBusiness Insider, MedicircleDaily HuntThe HawkRediff , The Times of India– Online

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has suspended all flights to and from India in wake of the increasing number of Covid19 cases here.Besides India, air travel to and from Brazil and Argentina has also been suspended by Saudi Arabia.

Thailand to issue special visas for foreign tourists from October Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online Web

Thailand to issue special visas for foreign tourists from October Published on : Friday, September 18, 2020 Thailand will be issuing special visas for foreign tourists starting from October, thereby relaxing more than five month old ban on visitors for boosting its ailing tourism dependent economy.

How To Be A Conscious Touristedit

Travel Plus Leisure – Print  National

A prime example of the Northeast’s green credentials is Sikkim, which became India’s first fully organic state in 2016. Elavia explains that waste management is taken very seriously in the state. Even in the smallest of shops you’ll find colour coded dustbins for waste segregation. Travellers, too, must respect and observe such salient practices.

Singapore Airlines to offer Flights to Nowhere with several other incentivesedit

The Times of India – Online

The latest airline to come up with such an exclusive offer is the Singapore Airlines Latest reports state that in order to find out ways to get people to fly again, Singapore Airlines is now offering roundtrip flights that arrive and depart at the same destination.

MakeMyTrip announces foray into United Arab Emirates for expansionedit

Business Standard – Online

Online travel company on Thursday announced its foray into the with its portfolio of travel offerings across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain. The new market entry will be led by an engaging marketing campaign in India and the UAE as partners with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), the company said in a statement.

International arrivals to Abu Dhabi must wear COVID19 tracking deviceedit

Reuters – Online

International passengers arriving at Abu Dhabi airport will now have to wear a tracking device while they complete a mandatory 14day home quarantine due to COVID19, according to stateowned Etihad Airways.

Global travel industry to gather at ReCONNECT Virtual Expo, to prepare for the reopening of tourism worldwideedit

Business WorldIndia News – Online

Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority and Kenya Tourism Board have joined ReCONNECT as Premium Partner Countries. Tourism Fiji and Spain Tourism are Official Partners while Bangladesh is the Partner Country. Singapore Tourism Board is exhibiting as the Feature Country. Frankfurt Tourism, Visit Brussels, and Zagreb Tourist Board will also be present as Feature Destinations for the first time.

Asian airlines turn to flights to nowhere to get travellers back in skiesedit

Business StandardHindustan Times – Online

Singapore Ltd is also considering scenic flights, but no decision has been made, a spokesman said. Qantas said it would use a Boeing Co 787 typically used for longhaul flights for the flight from Sydney that will fly at low levels over Uluru, the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney Harbour before landing back in Sydney.

50 Green Trips Around the Worldedit

Travel Plus Leisure – Print  – National

One way to be a conscious traveller anywhere in the world is to use public transport instead of being chauffeured in private vehicles. And what better city to do it in than Singapore? The country has one of the best public transport networks in the world.

International travel fell 65% in H1, could take four years to recover, U.N. tourism body saysedit

Devdis CourseTravel and Tour World

International tourist arrivals plunged 65% in the first half of 2020 compared to last year, data from the World Tourism Organization showed on Tuesday, translating into an estimated $460 billion loss in export revenues. Just over half of destinations eased travel restrictions by early September but a return to 2019 levels of tourism could take between two to four years, according to the Madridbased United Nations tourism body.

Thai Economy May Contract for Second Year With Tourism in Limboedit

Bloomberg Quint – Online

Quint is a multiplatform, Indian business and financial news company We combine Bloombergs global leadership in business and financial news and data, with Quintillion Medias deep expertise in the Indian market and digital news delivery, to provide high quality business news, insights and trends for Indias sophisticated audiences We combine Bloombergs global leadership in business and financial news and data, with Quintillion Medias deep expertise in the Indian market and digital news delivery, to provide high quality business news, insights and trends for Indias sophisticated audiences(Thailand)

Thai cabinet approves longstay tourist visas amid plans to reopenedit

ReutersBloomberg Quint – Online

Thailands cabinet on Tuesday approved visas of up to 270 days for longstay tourists as the government prepares to reopen to foreign visitors from as early as next month to help support a key sector battered by the coronavirus pandemic.

Singapore to start approving pilot MICE events with 250 people from October 1edit

Bwhotelier BusinessworldTravel Trends Today – Online

According to a MICE Economic Impact Assessment commissioned by STB in 2019, the industry supported more than 34,000 jobs with an economic valueadd of $3.8 billion or nearly 1 percent of Singapores GDP.

Singapore Airlines reportedly plans to offer sightseeing flights to nowhere that take off and land at the same airportedit

Business Insider – Online

Singapore Airlines is reportedly planning to soon offer three hour roundtrip flights that both depart and arrive at Singapores Changi Airport. Singapore Airlines has looked into partnering with Singapore Tourism Board in an effort to let customers pay for this travel with government based tourism credits, according to a new report.

Korea tourism organizations latest campaign reminisces fond memories of South Koreaedit

BW Hotelier Business World – Online

Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) launches a new campaign #TakeMeBackToKorea for holidaymakers to wander in Korean reminisce. With travel being restricted, people are reliving their past adventures and dreaming about moments where they explored their favourite destinations with a hope to travel again.

Dubai tourism: Tourism kickstarts Dubai economyedit

The Economic Times – Online

The restart of tourism activities in Dubai have greatly contributed to the recovery of various economic sectors in the emirate. The decision to open domestic tourism as early as May and rekindling the international tourism market from July 7, have been the key elements of Dubais recovery plan.

Amid travel restrictions, plane cafes in Thailand are an instant hitedit

The Indian Express – Online

Thailand now have plane cafes. (Source: Representational/Unsplash) In the wake of the ongoing pandemic, that has put a stop to peoples travel plans, a few airplanes in Thailand have been turned into cafes to recreate the experiences of air travel while offering a fine dining experience to customers. Aboard the plane cafes, passengers (or customers) can order food and even take a survey of the cockpit.

Thailand has done a fantastic job of fighting Covid. But tourists arent impressededit

The Print – Online

IMF data shows that Thailands economy has done worse than its neighbours since it heavily relies on tourism. The country is only now allowing visitors back, but under strict restrictions.

Thailand tourism is keen to reopen borders to some countriesedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Thailand tourism is keen to reopen borders to some countries Published on : Saturday, September 12, 2020 The Thai tourism agency is all set to follow a plan where they would allow foreigners from other countries which have low infection rate from coronavirus to visit the Southeast Asian countries without a mandatory quarantine to save its tourism sector which is not at its best shape now.

Bali Travel Guide: ‘Island of Gods’ to get double the fun of nature and adventure in Baliedit

News 18 – Online

Kuta, Seminyak Beach and Jimbaran Beach are the famous places of South Bali. Kuta is the heart of Bali and also the center, while Seminyak beach is also one of the important places. The best time to visit Bali is during the dry season, which occurs during June to September. At this time the humidity is low, the water is clear and the beaches are clear.

Thai Airways staring at landmark court ruling on debt rescue planedit

Business Standard – Online

The coronavirus pandemic has devastated the global travel industry, forcing airlines to suspend flights, lay off employees and seek financial help from governments and investors. Industry strains have been mounting in Asia, with Singapore Airlines Ltd. eliminating about 20 per cent of its workforce.

Singapore, Japan to launch green lane for essential business and office traveledit

MID DAY – Online

Singapore and Japan on Friday announced the launch of a green lane on September 18 for essential business and official travel for residents from both the countries in compliance with health guidelines amid the Coronavirus pandemic. In a joint statement, the foreign affairs ministries of both the countries said that the Business Track arrangement will help restore connectivity and support economic recovery for Japan and Singapore.

Plane cafes take off in Thailandedit

Telangana TodayTimes Now News – Online

With millions around the world stuck at home, plane cafes in Thailand are offering customers the chance to pretend they are in the sky and the idea seems to have taken off. Onboard a retired commercial airplane in the coastal city of Pattaya, coffee drinkers make themselves comfy on firstclassstyle seats and pose for photos by the overhead lockers.

Love to Travel Singapore Airlines Plans to Start NoDestination Flightsedit

Northeast TodayTimes Now NewsMoney Control, Business Standard – Online

Singapore Airlines (SIA) plans to start flights to nowhere for flyers who have been missing the experience of flying lately. Singapore Airlines nodestination flights, which will begin by the end of October, will depart and arrive at the same airport, The Straits Times quoted sources.

5 Forest & Jungle Getaways For Honeymooners Who Dont Like Mountains Or Beachesedit

Idiva – Online

Ubud, BaliMost people think of beaches and paddy fields when they picture Bali, but Ubud is famous for its Monkey Forest, and the lush greenery in the surrounding region. There are countless resorts which capitalise on this beautiful location and create stays which are as Instagrammable as it gets.

Dubai Tourism announces restart of MICE local events from September 15edit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Dubai Tourism has said that Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) local events can restart in the emirate from September 15.A circular on Dubai Tourism website said that in tune with the directive of Dubais Covid19 Command Control Center

Dubai safety initiative receives huge response despite Covidedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Dubai has ensured that utmost precautions have been taken to ensure the health and safety of visitors and residents amidst the COVID19 pandemicafter the Emirate reopened its borders to tourists on July 7.

Imported cases from India: Singapore mandates predeparture Covid test for some travellersedit

The Times of India – Online

Certain categories of travellers from India will have to undergo Covid test before leaving for Singapore as a negative report will be needed to enter the citystate from September 17.Singapores health ministry on Wednesday took this decision due to the resurgence of infections in India and the city state seeing a significant number of imported cases with recent travel history to India.

UAE, India should have open sky policy instead of service agreement: Envoyedit

Live Mint – Online

We have 1,068 flights between the UAE and India. More than 50 or 55% of Indians who travel outside India, they use Dubai and Abu Dhabi as their transit points, he said.We need to look into having what we call an open sky policy, instead of having an air service agreement, which is limited in terms of capacity, in the number of seats, Al Banna said.

You Will Soon Be Able To Plan Your Holidays in Thailandedit

Nyoooz – Online

Travel You Will Soon Be Able To Plan Your Holidays in Thailand Gayatri Gayatri As the seasons of rains begin to wrap up gradually, Thailand authorities have spoken about plans to reopen their country to international tourists in October. The end of October is the best time to visit Thailand.

68.2% decline in tourist arrivals to Malaysia during Jan Juneedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Malaysia registered a decline of 68.2% in the first half of 2020 compared to the same period last year with 4,252,997 tourist arrivals in the first half of 2020. Last year, Malaysia received over 13.3 million tourist arrivals from January until June.

STB to start approving pilot MICE events with 250 pax from October 1edit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

The Singapore Tourism Board, in its endeavour to gradually resume economic activities, is set to open accepting applications for organising MICE events on pilot basis from October 1, 2020. STB and the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) will review all MICE event proposals, and event organisers may proceed only upon obtaining approval.

New coronavirus cases knock hopes of reviving Southeast Asia’s holiday hotspotsedit

Live Mint – Online

A spike in coronavirus infections in Indonesia’s holiday island of Bali and Thailand’s first locally transmitted case in 100 days have dealt further blows to Southeast Asian hopes of reviving vital tourism industries.

Holiday Homes, the new trend for tourists travelling to Dubaiedit

Bwhotelier Businessworld – Online

Bed and Breakfast (bnbs) holiday homes are fast becoming the new trend for travellers in Dubai. The main reason for the preference is that these holiday homes offers utmost safety in the lap of luxury. Bnbme manages properties across the Emirates including studios, boutique apartments, presidential suites, Hollywood styled penthouses, flats with traditional Arab dcor.

Balis surge in cases linked to antibody tests, toll on long haulers and other Covid newsedit

The Print – Online

There is a mental and physical toll of Covid19 on long haulers, the ripple effects of closed office spaces are being felt on small businesses, and rapid antigen tests in Indonesia are reportedly giving tourists a false sense of security.

Balis plan for welcoming international tourists shelved until next year Travel and Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Balis plan for welcoming international tourists shelved until next year Published on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 Countries like China are preparing to let in foreign travellers after months of empty international airport terminals. Indonesia itself was set to join the club next week, showcasing Bali as its most heavenly resort!

Summer 2020 is European tourisms leanest season amid pandemicedit

Hindustan Times – Online

Bruges mayor Dirk De fauw first realized something was desperately wrong with European tourism when on a brisk March morning he crossed the Burg square in front of the Gothic city hall and there was nothing but silence.

The Deputy President of Malaysia Tourism says CIFTIS as an opportunity to improve tourism Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

The Deputy President of Malaysia Tourism says CIFTIS as an opportunity to improve tourism Published on : Monday, September 7, 2020 Mint Leong, the Deputy President of Malaysia Inbound Tourism, entered her office to experience an unusual occurrence for a Sunday.

Holiday Homes are the new trend for tourists in Dubaiedit

Travel Trends Today – Online

Bed and Breakfast (bnbs) holiday homes are fast becoming the new trend for travellers in Dubai. The main reason for the preference is that these holiday homes are the safest option for a holiday, especially during COVID19 times. As the globe battles the COVID19 pandemic, Dubai has already opened its restaurants, cinemas, shopping malls and sports facilities, and kids activities.

Dubai all set to welcome back business eventsedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing of Dubai has issued official guidelines on how business events can take place safely in the wake of the Covid19 pandemic.

ICC, WTTC launch restart guide for travel and tourism sector Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

ICC, WTTC launch restart guide for travel and tourism sector Published on : Friday, September 4, 2020 The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), which are among the worlds leading tourism bodies, have introduced a set of recommendations in a bid to help businesses to safely reopen to their customers amid the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak.

Hotel, tourism sectors limping back to normal Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Hotel, tourism sectors limping back to normal Published on : Friday, September 4, 2020 Both the hospitality and tourism sectors, which were extremely affected by the corona pandemic, are now returning to normal and is expected to further improve after the relaxations given in the Unlock 4.0.

WTTC launches Safe Travels protocols for Adventure Traveledit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

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 COVID19.

Cultural Roots of Tourism have always been Environment Friendlyedit

BW Hotelier Business World – Online

Atithi Devo Bhava has always been in our DNA, decades ago tourism started around the Step wells used by traders. These were not only gems in water conservation but aesthetically, a visual delight. We have since time immemorial known the value of developing tourism, securing the environment, as well as providing livelihoods to the people.

Thailand travel: National parks in Thailand to be shut every year to help environmentedit

Hindustan Times – Online

Thailand plans to shut its national parks for several months each year to reduce environmental damage at popular tourist spots, the nations environment minister said.

A little Instagramming and you can win a holiday in any of these gorgeous South East Asian countriesedit

CN Traveller – Online

Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam: which of these fabulous destinations are on your bucket list Place your dibs now. VisitSouthEastAsia is giving two people the chance to win a holiday to any of these 10 South East Asian countries.

Selfies in cells Thailand bets on prisons to boost tourismedit

The Dispatch – Online

Thailand plans to turn about half its prisons into tourist attractions to boost visitor numbers as the Southeast Asian nation struggles to recover from an economic slump caused by the coronavirus outbreak.

Indore: Dubai to & fro flight from city under bubble schemeedit

Free Press Journal – Online

Under the recently introduced Transport Bubble scheme 3 to and fro flight to Dubai will be operated from the city this month. Contrast to the Vande Bharat Mission (VBM) in the Bubble Transport scheme, passengers from both sides can travel.

Courtyard by Marriott Makes Its Debut In Malaysia With The Opening Of Courtyard By Marriott Penangedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Courtyard by Marriott today announces the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Penang the first Courtyard debut in Malaysia. Located along the bustling Jalan Macalister in the heart of Penangs UNESCO listed George Town, the new 199room Courtyard by Marriott Penang is set to provide the best hotel experience for guests to pursue their personal and professional passions while on the road.

A deep dive: Marine tourism goes beyond dolphin watching to provide wholesome experienceedit

The Financial Express – Online

Watching marine life is not only relaxing, but has been scientifically proven to reduce stress. And today you can do so at a variety of avenues that promise immersive and innovative underwater experiences. Take, for instance, the aquariumgazing experience during a yoga class at The Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai. The open air marine habitat is the focal point of Atlantis.

COVID19 returns to Thailand in 100 daysedit

Mid Day – Online

Emergency workers transfer an elderly patient, suspected of having COVID19, to a hospital in Manaus, Brazil. The country for the first time since May witnessed the virus death toll ease, with the average daily casualties dropping below 900 last week, reported Reuters. FILE PIC/AP Emergency workers transfer an elderly patient, suspected of having COVID19, to a hospital in Manaus, Brazil.

Thailands 100day virusfree run ends with new local caseedit

The PrintBloomberg Quint – Online

Thailand detected its first locally transmitted Covid19 case since late May, snapping a streak of 100 days without community transmission. The new case on Thursday was confirmed in an inmate of a prison in Bangkok shortly after incarceration. The patients history showed that he stayed with his family of five and worked as a disc jockey before being lodged in jail, health ministry officials said in Bangkok. He had no history of traveling outside the country, they said.

International Flights in India: IndiGo starts flight services between Kochi, Maldives Maleedit

The Financial Express – Online

India has entered air bubbles agreement with the US, the UK, France, Germany, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar, and the Maldives. Efforts were on to establish air bubbles with countries such as Australia, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Nigeria, Bahrain, Israel, Kenya, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand.

Foreign Tourists: No foreign tourists expected this winteredit

The Times of India – Online

Every year, international inbound tourism peaks between October and March, but this year, due to the COVID19 pandemic , there is no visible business happening, said Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH), the policy federation representing the tourism, travel and hospitality industry of India on Wednesday.

Dubai seeks to attract wealthy foreign retirees as expats leaveedit

Reuters – Online

Dubai is seeking to attract wealthy foreign retirees as the economy of the Middle East trade and tourism hub reels from the coronavirus pandemic and low oil prices, prompting many expatriates to leave.

Dubai popular hotel offers free Covud19 test to its customersedit

Nyoooz – Online

Travel Dubai popular hotel offers free Covud19 test to its customers Gayatri Gayatri The hotel has partnered with leading hospitals in the Emirates, to ensure guests get their tests done for free in the hotel so that their vacation is not disturbed in any way.

Dubai is offering retirement visa and heres the application criteriaedit

The Times of India – Online

But can it get more interesting than this You decide after you read the news! The sunkissed gorgeous city in the UAE has just introduced a retirement visa for people who are looking for retirement escapes. This is the place where one can indulge in lifes finest things and relish the retiree life.

Thai Airways opens on ground diner for customers craving inflights meals amid travel restrictionsedit

Hindustan Times – Online

Usual onboard meals are pictured at a Thai Airways popup airplanethemed restaurant at the airlines headquarters while their fleet is still grounded at the airport and the company awaits a bankruptcy court decision, in Bangkok, Thailand September 3, 2020.

Malaysia expands entry ban to US, UK, France pass holdersedit

The Indian Express – Online

Malaysia expands entry ban to US, UK, France pass holders Malaysia on Thursday added at least nine more countries, including the United States, Britain and France, to its list of longterm immigration pass holders to be barred from the country, national news wire Bernama reported.

After 5 months, China to allow international flights into Beijing from 8 countriesedit

DNAThe Financial Express – Online

After a period of five months, China is all set to resume international domestic flights to Beijing from several countries that have low cases of deadly COVID29, Chinese aviation authorities said on Wednesday. The countries from which the passengers could travel to Beijing are Thailand, Cambodia, Pakistan, Greece, Denmark, Austria, Sweden, and Canada, all having relatively low rates of deadly COVID19 virus.

Malaysia Ban Travel Entry Of Indian Amid Coronavirus Spike In Indiaedit

Dailyaddaa – Online

Hong Kong last month imposed a twoweek sudden ban on Air India flights, which continues to date. This move by the Malaysian government would hit a bad impact on the longterm members of the Malaysians stranded in India, said the media reports.

Maldives tightens tourist virus rules after spike in casesedit

India Today – Online

Tourism is the major economic driver for the Maldives, a tropical island paradise popular with honeymooners and celebrities. Authorities had hoped tourists would flock back to the archipelago of 1,190 tiny coral islets after international flights restarted.

Korea Tourisms LA office launches lookbook to promote destinations Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Korea Tourisms LA office launches lookbook to promote destinations Published on : Wednesday, September 2, 2020 The Korea Tourism Organisations Los Angeles office and independent travel specialist Avanti Destinations have jointly launched a downloadable lookbook on South Korea, an ebrochure designed to help travel agents reengage with their independent travel clients dreaming about future travel.

Beijing to permit international flights from Thursday after 6 monthsedit

The Financial Express – Online

Flights connecting Thailand, Cambodia and Pakistan in Asia; Greece, Denmark, Austria and Sweden in Europe and Canada in North America countries with relatively small numbers of imported cases will resume. The first direct international flight to Beijing will depart from Cambodias capital Phnom Penh on Thursday which will be operated by Air China.

flydubai Offers Free Global cover for COVID19edit

Travel Trends Today – Online

Dubai based flydubai has announced today that passengers booking with flydubai for travel between 01 September and 30 November 2020 will automatically receive free global cover for COVID19. The new service covers passengers health expenses and quarantine costs if diagnosed with COVID19 during their trip and is valid for 31 days from the time they take their first flight on their itinerary.

Malaysia bars entry to people from India, Indonesia and the Philippinesedit

The News Minute – Online

Malaysia bars entry to people from India, Indonesia and the Philippines This is in a bid to curb the spread of imported COVID19 cases in the country. news Coronavirus Longterm immigration pass holders from India, Indonesia and the Philippines will be barred from entering Malaysia from September 7, the country announced on Tuesday. This is in a bid to curb the spread of imported COVID19 cases in the country.

Saudi Arabia to allow all countries to fly over its skiesedit

The Economic Times – Online

Saudi Arabia announced on Wednesday that it will now allow flights from all countries to cross its skies to reach the United Arab Emirates , a historic first that comes just days after the kingdom let the first direct Israeli commercial passenger flight use its airspace to reach the UAE

Singapore cant sustain Covid emergency measures forever, PM Lee saysedit

The Print – Online

Singapore cant indefinitely sustain emergency measures introduced to shield citizens from the coronavirus pandemics economic fallout, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said Wednesday. In his first major parliamentary address since Julys general election, Lee said his government is not ideologically opposed to any solution to the crisis, but that Singapore must make the best use of its resources to meet the needs of different groups in a targeted manner.

Thailand expects steep plunge in tourism numbersedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Bank of Thailand said in a statement, Thailands tourism industry will face greater risks next year if the government continues to restrict foreign travellers from entering the country. Foreign arrivals could be downgraded from a projection of 8 million this year and 16 million next year given the deflated tourism outlook, said Don Nakornthab, senior director of the economic and policy department.

Thailand Marks 100 Days Without Any Local Virus Casesedit

Bloomberg Quint – Online

Medias deep expertise in the Indian market and digital news delivery, to provide high quality business news, insights and trends for Indias sophisticated audiences We combine Bloombergs global leadership in business and financial news and data, with Quintillion Medias deep expertise in the Indian market and digital news delivery, to provide high quality business

Thailand Opens New Motorway on Eastern Corridoredit

Travel Trends Today – Online

Thailand Opens New Motorway on Eastern Corridor The opening of a 32kilometre motorway in Thailands rapidly developing Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) will significantly enhance access to a broad range of new destinations, sites, and attractions in the coastal provinces of Chon Buri, Chachoengsao, and Rayong.

Malaysia bans entry of Indians, Indonesians & Filipinos from Sept 7edit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

The Government of Malaysia will block Indians from entering the country starting Monday September 7, due to the high rate of increase in COVID19 positive cases in India. The ban will also simultaneously apply on citizens of Indonesia and the Philippines.

Going global calls for a lot of ground work for an airlineedit

The Hindu Business Line – Print – Delhi

The DGCA sets up an internal committee that examines these issues and it is only after it is fully satisfied that operating authorisation is given to an airline. This operating authorisation is valid for five years and the airline has to get it renewed if it wants to continue operating to and from India.

When We Travel Again: 5 Places To Visit In Ayutthaya, Thailandedit

Femina – Online

Bangkok is no doubt among the most popular travel destinations in the world. Any time of year, its crawling with tourists from across the globe and the immensely diverse people are among one of the places huge draws. However, in light of the pandemic, its likely that many travellers will seek out littleknown and offbeat destinations rather than traditionally famous places. Ayutthaya, just a short drive from Bangkok is one such place.

Thai July economy improves but foreign tourist ban a big dragedit

Reuters – Online

Thailands economy improved in July, helped by public spending and an easing of coronavirus containment measures, but tourism suffered from a continued border closure, the central bank said on Monday

How much does it cost to charter a private jet to the Maldives, Dubai, Thailandedit

CN Traveller – Online

International travel may have resumed with a few air bubbles in place. However, you may still fear sharing your armrest or waiting in queues with travellers who could be potential carriers. One way to wriggle out of this is to fly private.

Former Thai tourism and sports minister urges financial institutions to assist the struggling tourism industry Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Former Thai tourism and sports minister urges financial institutions to assist the struggling tourism industry Published on : Monday, August 31, 2020 A former tourism and sports minister said that financial institutions should help the struggling tourism industry by easing operators debt service burden for three years and assist businesses in maximizing capability for a revival in the coming days.

Industry

The latest trend in travel is to Live Anywhereedit

Daily Hunt – Online

Commenting on these trends, Amanpreet Bajaj, General Manager Airbnb India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan, said: There is a gradual shift in consumer behaviour towards travel. Our recent search trends have pointed to the fact that travellers are looking to explore safe and hygienic accommodations that offer flexibility.

Domestic tourists may pick offbeat locationsedit

Hindustan Times – Print – Delhi

As various state and private stakeholders chart the road to recovery for the tourism sector, Tamil Nadu officials believe that post the pandemic, there is likely to be a rise in tourists visiting offbeat locations that are less crowded because there is reduced chance of transmission at such destinations.

UNWTO launches new Tourism Recovery Trackeredit

Travel and Tour World – Online

UNWTO launches new Tourism Recovery Tracker Published on : Friday, September 25, 2020 The United Nations World Tourism Organisation recently launched a new Tourism Recovery Tracker to support global tourism in a time when growing numbers of countries around the world have started easing travel restrictions.

Tourism likely to flourish postCovid19edit

Hindustan Times – Online

NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant has said that India is uniquely placed to provide experiential tourism, which will be the hallmark of the postCovid19 era, considering the wealth of cultural diversity and heritage sites in the country. Describing the crisis in the global tourism sector as temporary, he predicted that it will bounce back with a vengeance and flourish :because of the human desire to explore.

Tourism industry needs impetus to tide over Covid19 pandemic impactedit

Hindustan Times – Online

The tourism sector needs a boost to recover from the impact of the Covid19 pandemic since it contributes over 5% of the countrys GDP and directly or indirectly employs over 12% of the working population, amounting to nearly 90 million jobs, director general in the Union tourism ministry, Meenakshi Sharma, said.

Checkout The Latest Trends in Travel Amid Pandemicedit

News Gram – Online

Commenting on these trends, Amanpreet Bajaj, General Manager Airbnb India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan, said: There is a gradual shift in consumer behaviour towards travel. Our recent search trends have pointed to the fact that travellers are looking to explore safe and hygienic accommodations that offer flexibility.

Live Anywhere is the latest trend in travel, reveals Airbnbedit

IanslifeBhaskar Live – Online

Commenting on these trends, Amanpreet Bajaj, General Manager Airbnb India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan, said, There is a gradual shift in consumer behaviour towards travel. Our recent search trends have pointed to the fact that travelers are looking to explore safe and hygienic accommodations that offer flexibility.

Which countries can Indians take a flight to All you need to knowedit

Business Today – Online

Hong Kong has suspended Air Indias flight until October 3 blaming Indian travellers for an uptick in coronavirus cases in Hong Kong. Kuwait has done a blanket ban on travel to and from India.Saudi Arabia had announced a ban on travel to and from India, along with Brazil and Argentina, for high caseloads but it later allowed Vande Bharat repatriation flights.

SITA Partners with Safety Line to Make Flights More Sustainableedit

Travel Trends Today – Online

SITA is partnering with startup Safety Line to help pilots and airlines limit carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and operational costs by reducing fuel consumption of aircraft at key flight stages. Safety Line, a young French company that specializes in predictive big data solutions for airlines and airports, has made it its mission to help save aircraft fuel and reduce CO2 emissions during all these flight phases with a software suite called OptiFlight.

Miss flying Air India is planning to start flights that go nowhereedit

Times Now News – Online

Not only Australia, but Singapore too is planning the same. These flights will take off from the Changi Airport, and land at the same airport. The reports on Singapore Airlines planning these no destination flights also said that this aims at boosting revenues for the airline.

16 visafree countries you can visit with an Indian passport and 33 countries with visaonarrivaledit

India Today – Online

With a mobility score of 125, the second spot is shared by Australia, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Korea and Luxembourg. France, Italy, Sweden, Italy and Spain share the third spot with a score of 124. The Indian passport ranks at the 53rd spot.(Hong Kong)

Explained: Latest relaxations and restrictions in air travel to and from Indiaedit

The Indian ExpressThe Times of India – Online

While some countries like Kuwait have a blanket ban on travel to and from India, jurisdictions like Hong Kong have an ongoing suspension on Air Indias flights to its airport till October 3. Hong Kong had banned Air Indias Vande Bharat flights for two weeks after several passengers brought in by the airline tested positive for coronavirus upon testing.

Live Anywhere is the latest trend in travel, reveals Airbnbs Report for World Tourism Dayedit

BW Hotelier Business WorldUNI India – Online

Commenting on these trends, Amanpreet Bajaj, General Manager Airbnb India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan, said, There is a gradual shift in consumer behavior towards travel. Our recent search trends have pointed to the fact that travelers are looking to explore safe and hygienic accommodations that offer flexibility.

Industry, govt need to work together for growth of tourism sector: Fogeledit

Business Standard – Online

The travel and tourism industry and government in India need to work together for the growth of the sector, the worst affected by disruptions caused by the COVID19 pandemic, Booking Holdings President and CEO Glenn D Fogel said on Wednesday.

Experiential travel way forward for tourismedit

CN Traveller – Online

The pandemic is an opportunity to shape the future of travelthis was the sentiment shared by key stakeholders of Indias tourism and hospitality sector at a webinar organised by the Centre for Marketing in Emerging Economies (CMEE) this weekend

Why Flights Are Safer Than Workplaces When It Comes To COVID19 Transmission, According To IATAedit

Travel And Leisure India – Online

We are aware of the specific incidents on the studied flights (London to Hanoi and a Boston to Hong Kong), as well as other flights where secondary transmission on board the flight has potentially occurred.

Sydney360 is an online city guide to give a new perspective on tourismedit

Bwhotelier Businessworld – Online Web

Cofunded by the City of Sydney, a collective of Sydney tourism operators including Sea Life Aquarium, Dreamtime Southern X and Sydney Harbour Boat Tours star in a new interactive destination guide. The concept is the brainchild of Mark Dalgleish, owner of Sydney Harbour Boat Tours whose family run business was devastated by Covid19, along with the rest of Sydneys tourism industry.

WTTC celebrates as 100 destinations get the Safe Travels stampedit

Bwhotelier Businessworld – Online Web

Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: We are delighted to see our innovative initiative is proving such a great success and is being used by destinations from all corners of the globe. The 100 destinations which now proudly use the stamp are working together to help rebuild consumer confidence worldwide. We welcome the Philippines, an incredible destination and home to some of the worlds most beautiful islands, as our 100th destination, as well as other popular destinations around the globe such as Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia and Kenya.

New Zealand launches Messages from New Zealand campaign in Indiaedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web

Tourism New Zealand virtually launched its latest campaign Messages from New Zealand today, in India, in the presence of Steven Dixon, Regional Trade Marketing Manager, Asia, Tourism New Zealand and His Excellency, David Pine, New Zealands High Commissioner to India.

Maldives Receives Safe Travels Stamp from WTTCedit

Travel Trends Today – Online Web

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has recognized the efforts of Maldives in implementing enhanced health and safety measures, in line with the WTTC global Safe Travels protocols, and creating a safe, gradual plan by rebuilding confidence among travellers and ensuring a coordinated approach in restarting our Tourism industry.

International tourist numbers 65% in first half of 2020: UNWTOedit

BW Hotelier Business World – Online

Asia and the Pacific, the first region to feel the impact of Covid19 on tourism, was the hardest hit, with a 72 per cent fall in tourists for the sixmonth period. According to the new issue of the World Tourism Barometer from the United Nations specialized agency, international tourist arrivals dropped by 65 per cent during the first half of the year.

Tourism could see V shaped recovery due to pent up demand: Shaktikanta Dasedit

The Economic Times – Online

The Indian economy, reeling under the impact of coronavirus disease (Covid 19) pandemic, will recover gradually, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Wednesday.

More & more countries are easing travel restrictionsedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Even though several destinations are still exercising caution, UNWTO in its seventh edition of the Covid19 Related Travel Restrictions: A Global Review for Tourism recognizes a current trend thats going towards restarting tourism slowly.

UNWTO reports gradual reopening of more than 50% global tourism destinationsedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

UNWTO reports gradual reopening of more than 50% global tourism destinations Published on : Monday, September 14, 2020 The United Nations World Tourism Organisation recently confirmed in its seventh edition of the UNWTO COVID19 Related Travel Restrictions: A Global Review for Tourism that an ongoing trend towards the gradual restart of tourism can finally be noticed in several global destinations although many continues to remain cautious in view of the development of the pandemic.

UNWTO expects domestic tourism to return faster and stronger than international traveledit

BW Hotelier Business World – Online

As restrictions on travel begin to ease globally, destinations around the world are focusing on growing domestic tourism, with many offering incentives to encourage people to explore their own countries. Recognizing the importance of domestic tourism, the United Nations specialized agency releases the third of its Tourism and COVID19 Briefing Notes, Understanding Domestic Tourism and Seizing its Opportunities.

Coronavirus pandemic hit tourism industry pins hope on festive seasonedit

Dainik Yashobhumi – Print – Mumbai, Millennium PostThe Pioneer – Print – Delhi

The tourism sector, crippled by the COVID 19 pandemic, hopes to see some businesses in the upcoming Durga puja and Diwali seasons with queries from interested travellers coming in, officials of the industry bodies said on Sunday.

More than 50 per cent of global destinations are easing travel restrictions: UNWTOedit

BW Hotelier Business World – Online

The research carried out by the United Nations specialized agency for tourism found that a total of 115 destinations (53 per cent 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.

The Federation of Associa¬tions in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) on Fri¬ day said it had requested the government to withdraw the tax collected at source (TCS) on outbound travel as pro¬ posed in the Finance Bill 2020, terming it ‘uncompet¬itive.edit

The Hindu – Print – Bangalore

The Federation of Associa­tions in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) on Fri­ day said it had requested the government to withdraw the tax collected at source (TCS) on outbound travel as pro­ posed in the Finance Bill 2020, terming it ‘uncompet­itive.

The Opening of the eTraining on Actionoriented Tourism Vocation Education for Sustainable Developmentedit

India Education Diary – Online

In collaboration with the Development of Quality Assurance for Vocational Education Business and Tourism (BBPPMPV Bispar) under the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture, UNESCO Office Jakarta is conducting a series of ETraining on Action oriented Tourism Vocation Education for Sustainable Development from 7 to 18 September 2020.

Crisis hit tourism industry pins hope on festive seasonedit

Devdis Course – Online

The tourism sector, crippled by the COVID19 pandemic, hopes to see some businesses in the upcoming Durga puja and Diwali seasons with queries from interested travellers coming in, officials of the industry bodies said on Sunday.

Virtual Travel Revitalising Tourism Industryedit

News Gram – Online

The study, published in the journal Cell Patterns, suggest using data science to improve on existing television and internet based tourism experiences. Their technique involves measuring and then digitising the curvatures and angles of objects and the distances between them using drone footage, photos and videos, to make virtual travel experiences more realistic for viewers and help revitalise the tourism industry.

WTTC unveils Safe Travels protocols for Adventure Traveledit

Bwhotelier Businessworld – Online

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launches 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 COVID19.

UNWTO to Celebrate Tourism and Rural Development on World Tourism day 2020edit

Travel Trends Today – Online

The 2020 edition of World Tourism Day will celebrate the unique role that tourism plays in providing opportunities outside of big cities and preserving cultural and natural heritage all around the world. Celebrated on 27 September with the theme of Tourism and Rural Development, this year’s international day of observation comes at a critical moment, as countries around the world look to tourism to drive recovery, including in rural communities where the sector is a leading employer and economic pillar.

Tourism sector in dire straits due to COVID-19; needs urgent relief from govt: IATOedit

The Economic Times – Online Rastriya Sahara , Millennium Post – Print – Delhi

Industry body IATO on Monday urged the government to provide immediate relief to the tourism sector, which has been severely hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus Unlock 4.0: As Centre gives go ahead to events at limited scale, here’s what apex events body is up to nowedit

The Financial Express – Online

He further said, We thought it was important that before we went to the government, it was important that we came out with some guidelines that would tell them that if we conduct the events, how we plan to do that. We just wanted to request the government to look at this aspect also, and propose that if they formed a special task force for this, then one member from EEMA could also be on it.

How hotels are betting on staycationedit

The Financial Express – Online

India’s travel and hospitality sector has steered its focus on domestic travel to revive the business. After the pandemic-induced lull, hotel chains have launched staycation and workation packages to woo consumers who have been locked up in their homes since mid-March.

Pandemics impact on tourism will last longer than expected: UN Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Pandemics impact on tourism will last longer than expected: UN Published on : Friday, September 4, 2020 Last year, 1.5 billion people travelled across international borders, many with the goal of experiencing different cultures as well as local heritage and creativity.

Travel for Immunity: Wellness tourism gets boost amid COVID19 crisisedit

The New Indian Express – Online

The dream of travelling afar is going to remain a dream for some more time. But not for Indias fastgrowing wellness tourism industry. Immunity retreats are salvaging the day when it comes to offering holidays that are safe while being enjoyable.

Streetgooser partners with Hospitality Industry to fight the Covid19 impactedit

Travel Trends Today – Online

With a robust team strength of 50 personnel, and a strong foundation in Indias Silicon Valley Bengaluru, Streetgooser today boasts a strong global presence across the Indian subcontinent, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Singapore and Sri Lanka in Asia, UK, Germany, France in Europe; Kenya and South Africa; and Brazil, Argentina and Peru in South America.

Worldwide, in exports, $300 billion is lost from international tourism Travel And Tour Worldedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Worldwide, in exports, $300 billion is lost from international tourism Published on : Thursday, September 3, 2020 All over the world, in exports, more than $300 billion has been lost from international tourism. This signifies international tourist spending following travel restrictions to lessen the virus spread, according to a new report.

Lifting of entry curbs good sign, tourism will pick upedit

The Times of India – Online

Tourism stakeholders say it will take at least 1015 days to see the impact of the state governments recent decision to lift entry restrictions for tourists. On August 31, chief minister Pramod Sawant announced that the state has dropped all restrictions on entry and that tourists will no longer need to present a Covid19 negative certificate or take a test on landing, to enter the state.

The new normal of Indian business traveledit

Telangana TodayTravel Trends TodayZee Biz – Online

With the pandemic dominating news headlines, more than 1 in 3 say their health and safety is their top priority while travelling for business (37 percent). This is more than three times the number of respondents who regard business needs (12 percent) as their top priority.

Hotel, tourism sector returning back to normaledit

Naya India – Print – Delhi

The hospitality and tourism businesses which were most affected by the corona are now returning back to normal and is expected to further improve after the relaxations given in the Unlock 4 guidelines. Despite tourists returning back to hotels, resorts and hill stations gradually, experts feel that it will take around two to three years for these sectors to be fully back on track.

Centre permits more domestic flights as many airports lift curbsedit

The Times of India – Print – Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata

DGCA chief Arun Kumar said this move will mean airlines can deploy upto about 2,000 daily domestic flights. “We have a detailed and established Covid time protocol for safe air travel right from the time passengers enter a terminal at origin to the time they exit from destination airport. Air travel remains one of the safest modes of transport in this pandemic.

Tourism sector hit with no incoming intl business, says hospitality federationedit

The Times of India – Online

Almost 70% of the inbound business to India is concentrated within top 13 countries, that is, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Malaysia, China, Germany, Russian Fed, France, Japan , Singapore, Thailand, all of which are battling the pandemic and have stringent and varying travel restrictions.

IATA calls on governments for coordinated efforts to reopen bordersedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Many governments, including China, Brazil, Mexico, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand have granted waivers for the winter 2020 season (October 2020March 2021) recognising the severe constraints on planning schedules during this period of extreme disruption.

Want to go abroad This travel writer shares big changes in international travel; how to plan your next tripedit

The Financial Express – Online

Dubai and Singapore should also be visited to understand how strictly law enforcement is done. In fact, European and American cities teach us a lot about empathy, caring for others, respecting the rules (waiting in line etc) and taking good care of public property.

WTTC and ICC releases COVID19 restart guide for travel and tourism sectoredit

Travel and Tour World – Online

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) along with The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) recently published a set of recommendations for the safe reopening of customer facing businesses amid the COVID19 pandemic that has caused widespread damage to global supply chains and businesses of all sizes.

IndiGo Charters Flight Between India and South East Asiaedit

Travel Trends Today – Online

Continuing with its mission to work together and support the nation in the current situation, IndiGo, operated its maiden passenger charter to Hanoi and Vientiane helping stranded nationals to get back home. The flight from India repatriated 106 Vietnamese, 1 Filipino and 29 Laos Nationals along with 89 Indian citizens.

197.5 million jobs in tourism could be at risk if travel restrictions persist globallyedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Last year, 10% of jobs and GDP were in travel and tourism around the world. However, 197.5 million jobs in the industry could be at risk if corona virusrelated travel restrictions and quarantines are kept intact, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council.

The Impact On Tourism Industry By The Pandemic COVID19 And How To Fix The Travel Industryedit

Inventiva – Online

China and other developing markets have already seen notable growth in the middleclass and have great runway forward. According to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the worldwide middle class is assumed to increase from the 1.8 billion witnessed in 2009 to 3.2 billion by 2020 and 4.9 billion by 2030.

International flights: Ban extended till September 30edit

The Hindu Business Line – Print – Bangalore, One India  – Online

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has said the restrictions will not apply to international all cargo flights and flights especially approved by the regulator. However, the DGCA circular says that international scheduled flights may be allowed on select routes by the competent authority on a case to case basis.

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Maximal Concepts and Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong Announce The Aubreyedit

Travel and Tour World – Online

Maximal Concepts and Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong Announce The Aubrey Published on : Friday, September 25, 2020 Maximal Concepts and Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong have announced an exciting new collaborative venture. January 2021 will see the unveiling of The Aubrey, an eccentric Japanese Izakaya on the hotels 25th floor.

International flights: Countries where Indians cant traveledit

Hindustan TimesThe Newz Box – Online

This month, Hong Kong placed a bar on Air India flights blaming Indian travellers for an uptick in the number of Covid19 cases in Hong Kong. This bar will be lifted soon. And there are other airlines operating to Hong Kong.

Hong Kong government ends Disneys option for expanding theme parkedit

Devdis CourseReuters – Online

Walt Disney Co will lose its option to buy a plot of land next to its Hong Kong theme park that was to allow for future expansion after the citys government said on Wednesday it would not extend the option due to current economic conditions.

Visa free entry to Indian passport holders in 16 countries.edit

Live MintBusiness TodayZee BizZoom NewsCN TravellerThe New StuffHindustan TimesThe Times of India The WeekThe News RoomNortheast Today – Online

Barbados, Bhutan, Dominica, Grenada, Haiti, Hong Kong SAR, the Maldives, Mauritius, Montserrat, Nepal, Niue Island, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Senegal, Serbia and Trinidad and Tobago, provide visa free entry to Indian ordinary passport holders, according to the information provided by the minister.

Genting HK sells nightclub brand Zoukedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Resort and cruise line operator Genting Hong Kong has offloaded nightclub and lifestyle brand Zouk. The Singaporebased business has been sold to Malaysias Tulipa for USD 10 million. However it is staying in the family.

Specific

HK unlikely to ease curbs on gatheringsedit

Bhaskar LiveNewsdDT NextSME TimesVishva TimesThe Hawk – Online

Hong is unlikely to ease the current restrictions on public gatherings, as the city reported 10 new Covid19 cases on Monday, the first double digit increase in singleday infections in just over a week, according to a government adviser.

Hong Kong Film Awards plan double edition in 2022edit

Business WorldDevdis Course – Online

Due to the ongoing COVID19 pandemic, the 40th edition of the Hong Kong Film Awards will be postponed to the first quarter of 2022, organisers announced on Monday. According to Variety, the Hong Kong Film Awards Association explained that many scheduled theatrical releases have been delayed or cancelled as cinemas are unable to operate normally.

Hong Kong Public Holidays 2021: Get Complete List of Holiday in Hong Kongedit

Latest News Freshers Live – Online

Get Complete List of Holiday in Hong Kong Hong Kong Public Holidays 2021 Since the third day of Lunar New Year falls on a Sunday in 2021, the fourth day of Lunar New Year is designated a public holiday, as Ching Ming Festival falls on a Sunday in 2021 the following day is assigned a public holiday and Easter Monday falls on the same day as another public holiday in 2021 the next day is given a public holiday.

HKs daily Covid19 cases remain in single digitedit

English LokmatLatest News Freshers LiveVishva TimesThe HawkBhaskarliveSiasatNewsdSocial News –  Online

The number of single day coronavirus cases in Hong Kong hase remained under 10 for five Hong Kong, Sep 25 The number of single day coronavirus cases in Hong Kong hase remained under 10 for five days in a row, local health authorities said on Friday.

Hong Kong Disneyland loses right to land near theme park ahead of reopeningedit

News Tube, Devdis CourseThe Times of IndiaMillennium PostThe New Indian Express – Online

Hong Kong will not extend the 20year call option, which expires Thursday, due to current economic conditions, according to a statement on the government website on Wednesday. A 60 hectare site next to the theme park has been reserved since 2000 to allow for a possible extension.

Hong Kong Disneyland Stripped of Right to Expand Theme Parkedit

Bloomberg Quint, Hindustan TimesIndia TourtipsRealtime Rediff– Online

We combine Bloombergs global leadership in business and financial news and data, with Quintillion Medias deep expertise in the Indian market and digital news delivery, to provide high quality business news, insights and trends for Indias sophisticated audiences. (Hong Kong)

Hong Kong Open cancelled due to COVID19edit

ReutersThe Times of India – Online

The Hong Kong Open, scheduled to be held next month, was scrapped on Thursday for a second straight year because organisers decided they could not stage the event amid the COVID19 pandemic. The womens tournament was cancelled last year due to prodemocracy protests in Hong Kong which also affected soccer fixtures and a golf tournament.

Hong Kong to add UK to list of highrisk countries: report Business Travelleredit

Business Traveller India – Online

All travellers from the UK will be required to show a negative Covid19 test before flying to Hong Kong and undergo a twoweek quarantine period in a hotel room starting next month, according to the South China Morning Post (SCMP). Citing an anonymous source, the Hong Kongbased newspaper says the measure will take effect from October 1.

Hong Kong Tourism restarts ‘Holiday at Home’ campaign to boost domestic tourismedit

Travel Daily – Online

In response to recent positive progress in the Hong Kong government’s discussions with other destinations on forming travel bubbles, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is gradually resuming promotions in the local and source markets, reviving tourism through a combination of short-term and long-term strategies.

Hong Kong To Open Bars, Pools And Theme Parks After Mass Testingedit

News 18ReutersNewstube Co, News 18ReutersNewstube Co– Online

Hong Kong will reopen bars, swimming pools and theme parks from Friday as it relaxes coronavirus restrictions after the testing of nearly two million people in a programme organised by the Chinese government found 42 cases. The announcement by the citys health secretary, Sophia Chan, comes days after the Chinese special administrative region reopened gyms and entertainment venues and increased the number of people allowed to gather to four.

Hong Kong Injects Fading Economy With Fresh Virus Stimulusedit

Bloomberg Quint – Online

It is a multiplatform, Indian business and financial news company We combine Bloombergs global leadership in business and financial news and data, with Quintillion Medias deep expertise in the Indian market and digital news delivery, to provide high quality business news(Hong Kong)

Hong Kong to host four international MICE eventsedit

Business Traveller India – Online

Hong Kong is set to play host to four major international MICE events. These business affairs are expected to bring in about 10,000 high yield visitors in total and provide the much required boost to the economy of the region.

Hong Kong secures multiple firstever MICE eventsedit

Travel Biz MonitorIndia InfolineTravel Trends TodayBusiness Wire– Online

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has said that Hong Kong has been recently chosen as the host city for 4 international MICE events, including the citys first ever events of high strategic values, and 2 repeated events amidst the COVID19 challenges

Hong Kong secures multiple first-ever MICE events amidst COVID-19 challengesedit

Experiential Everything BW, PATA, Travel Trade Journal

The HKTB has prepared a series of recovery campaigns for the MICE industry and is closely monitoring the development of the pandemic in various source markets.

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