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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.
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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
Ianslife, Bhaskar 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.
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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.
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HKs daily Covid19 cases remain in single digitedit
English Lokmat, Latest News Freshers Live, Vishva Times, The Hawk, Bhaskarlive, Siasat, Newsd, Social 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 Course, The Times of India, Millennium Post, The 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.