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Canada extends international travel restrictions for another monthedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) elevates engagement with partners and travelers through creative collaborationsCOVID19 pandemic dampens peak tourist season in NepalWorld Travel Awards is a global initiative & disclosed the names of the winners
Bali is set to improve its hygiene facilities in the middle of the pandemic Travel And Tour Worldedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
The Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry is all prepared to revive its facilities related to hygiene at different tourist sites in Bali this month. Wawan Gunawan, the regional II destination development director of the ministry, explained that the revitalization program would take in place in one city and eight regencies, that is Denpasar, Badung, Tabanan, Gianyar, Klungkung, Karangasem, Buleleng, Bangli and Jembrana.
Tourists in Thailand need to wear digital wristbandedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
For tourists visiting Thailand, one might need to wear a digital wristband at all times, so that local authorities might be able to track them and monitor their health. In October, Thailand witnessed a Chinese tourist group of which is its first such arrival since commercial flights were banned in April for tackling the corona pandemic.
Singapores Little India shines with Diwali festivities! Check island nations long standing Diwali traditionedit
The Financial Express – Online Web
Grand Diwali festivities in Singapore! Singapore’s Little India is in full throttle when it comes to showcasing the Indian communities Diwali celebrations. This year’s theme for Diwali is Goddess Mahalakshmi. A spectacular main arch at the start of Serangoon Road features Goddess Mahalakshmi seated on a beautiful lotus and flanked by magnificent elephants and beautiful peacocks.
Heres How Mauritius Could Be Your Office For A Yearedit
Femina – Online Web
Although there are currently no flights out from India to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, travellers are able to fly in from Reunion Island, Paris, Dubai, and Johannesburg. The following documents are mandatory for all passengers including children and infants:
Cant wait to travel any more Dubai is welcoming tourists with all safety measures in place The Economic Timesedit
The Economic Times – Online Web
Tourists travelling to Dubai should rest assured as their safety precautions are being taken care of by the city’s authorities. Travellers who are planning to visit Dubai must undergo a Covid19 PCR test before arriving at Dubai International airport (DXB), not more than 96 hours before the scheduled flight departure time, at a recognized testing center.
Industry
New international code to provide greater legal protection for touristsedit
Bw Hotelier – Online Web
Tourists are to be given greater legal protection as consumers under new plans being advanced by the Tourists are to be given greater legal protection as consumers under new plans being advanced by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
Israel, United Arab Emirates and Kingdom of Bahrain will come together at WTM Virtual 2020edit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
The Tourism Ministers from Israel, United Arab Emirates and Kingdom of Bahrain will come together at WTM Virtual for the first time since signing historic agreements to normalize relations in September.
Hospitality industry struggling with 30% preCovid level recovery; requests govt for soft loansedit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
The hospitality industry has witnessed a dismal response from travelers, even after 3 months of reopening. Having registered only 20 to 30 percent of the average pre pandemic revenues across the country, the businesses are finding it more and more difficult to sustain.
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Jack Ma’s $35 billion Ant IPO halted by China regulatorsedit
The New Indian Express – Bangalore
China’s Ant Group on Tuesday suspended its record-breaking IPO in both Hong Kong and Shanghai as the fintech giant faces growing pressure from Chinese regulators over potential risks. The firm’s Alipay platform has helped revolutionize commerce and personal finance in China, with consumers using the smartphone app to pay for everything from meals to groceries and travel tickets
Market debut of Chinese e finance giant Ant postponededit
Millenium Post – Online Web
Management of the Shanghai stock exchange on Tuesday cited regulatory changes in Ant’s industry and a possible failure to meet disclosure requirements, but it offered no details. The Hong Kong exchange followed suit several minutes later.
Lack of passenger flights squeezes air freight capacity in peak seasonedit
Hindustan Times – Online Web, Business World – Online Web
Hong Kong Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd said last month it was already operating at peak season levels, having stepped up services on transPacific routes and added cargo only passenger flights to meet strong demand.
In Pics: Here are the worlds best airports for 2020edit
CNBC TV18 – Online Web
No 6: Hong Kong International Airport is in the sixth position in the list. Situated on an island, it serves as the main airport for the city of Hong Kong. (Image: Twitter @hkairport)No 6: Hong Kong International Airport is in the sixth position in the list. Situated on an island, it serves as the main airport for the city of Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Singapore travel bubble could begin in November, Hong Kong finance secretary saysedit
News Brand Awareness – Online Web
The travel bubble between Hong Kong and Singapore could take impact inside this month and discussions are ongoing with different international locations together with Thailand and Japan, based on Hong Kong’s monetary secretary Paul Chan. We’re working hard with the Singaporean government, stated Chan.
Hong Kong Disneylands New and Improved Castle Will Pay Tribute to 13 Disney Princessesedit
Travel and Leisure – Online Web
Mickey Mouse theme gloves as they make a triangle shape hole displaying the iconic Disney castle at the Disneyland Resort in Hong Kong, China on September 25, 2020.
China Oz trade restrictionedit
The Statesman – Online Web
China has stepped up trade restrictions against Australia, suspending imports of some timber and barley, the agriculture minister said Tuesday, amid tension over the virus, Hong Kong, and the South China Sea.