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Travel News Thailand mulls extending travel subsidy programme beyond April 30edit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
‘Thailand plans to extend its domestic travel subsidy programme next year as a new outbreak of coronavirus cases hits peoples holiday travel plans, dealing a fresh blow to the tourism dependent economy. The Thai government, which had until recently managed to keep the spread of the virus under control, has been battling a new outbreak that started after a seafood vendor tested positive for Covid19 on December 17.
Thailand govt. collabs with Tinder to boost tourism via matchmaking tripsedit
India City Blog – Online Web
Earlier on Wednesday, Indian student groups in the United Kingdom has urged the government of India to introduce emergency travel plans in extreme exceptional cases as the government has extended the temporary flight ban.
Singapore Sees Uneven Recovery in 2021 After WorstEver Downturnedit
Bloomberg Quint – Online Web
Economically, we are not yet out of the woods either, but we are beginning to see signs of stabilization, with employment picking up and multinational firms making new investments, Lee said in a New Years address We look forward to a rebound in 2021, although the recovery will be uneven, and activity is likely to remain below preCovid19 levels for some time We look forward to a rebound in 2021, although the recovery will be uneven, and activity is likely to remain below preCovid19 levels for some time (Singapore).
Singapore sees most local coronavirus cases in 3 months, more of new variantedit
Reuters – Online Web
Singapore reported five locally transmitted COVID19 cases on Thursday, its highest number in nearly three months, and was seeking to verify two others suspected of being infected by a highly contagious variant first discovered in Britain.
New Year 2021 celebrations in UAE: Watch fireworks at Dubais Burj Khalifa LIVE here, travel advisory insideedit
Hindustan Times – Online Web
With only a few hours left to mark the onset of New Year 2021 celebrations, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has revised the timings of its services from December 31, 2020 till January 2, 2021.
Dubai announces packed programme of events for NYEedit
Travel Trends Today – Online Web
With record breaking celebrations and worldclass performances, Dubai captures the eyes of the world every time. As the city prepares for celebrations, Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) and Dubai Calendar revealed the main events and activities taking place to usher in the New Year in an unforgettable way.
Crowds fill streets in Chinas pandemichit Wuhan, celebrate New Yearedit
Reuters – Online Web
Large crowds took to the streets at midnight on Friday in the central Chinese city of Wuhan, celebrating the arrival of 2021 after a year marred by a deadly pandemic that killed thousands there and required the city to be locked down between the end of January and early April. As per tradition, hundreds gathered in front of the old Hankow Customs House building, one of the citys more popular New Years Eve spots.
China domestic tourism market will receive 10 billion visits per year Travel And Tour Worldedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
China domestic tourism market will receive 10 billion visits per year Published on : Thursday, December 31, 2020 The projections indicate that Chinas domestic tourism market will receive 10 billion visits per year on average, with the consumption reaching 10 trillion yuan (about $1.5 trillion) in the next five years, according to a report issued by the China Tourism Academy.
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Travel News Greece hoping for tourism recovery in summer 2021edit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
Greece’s tourism sector is expected to recover next summer following a dramatic fall in revenues due to the coronavirus pandemic this year, a senior industry official said, reports Reuters. Tourism is the main driver of Greece’s economy, accounting for about 20% of its output and employing one in five workers. How the sector fares is crucial for the country which emerged from its third international bailout in 2018 after a decadelong debt crisis.
Travel News DGCA extends ban on scheduled international flights till January 31edit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
The coronavirus induced suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till January 31, aviation regulator DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) said on Wednesday.
Egypt declares measures to promote cultural tourismedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
Egypt declares measures to promote cultural tourism Published on : Thursday, December 31, 2020 The Supreme Council of Antiquities recently approved decisions Anani to promote cultural tourism in Egyptat its board session chaired by Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Khaled AlAnani.
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World begins ushering in lockeddown New Yearedit
Telangana Today – Online Web
In Hong Kong, despite restrictions, some ventured out to mark the start of 2021, gathering next to the Victoria Harbour water front to take selfies.In Tokyo, where residents face the prospect a state of emergency being imposed after a daily record 1,300 new coronavirus infections were recorded in the last 24 hours, people queued in face masks and face guards to offer New Year prayers.
Hong Kong people cheer and welcome the 2021 New Yearedit
Daily Thanthi – Online Web
Hong Kong people cheerfully welcome the 2021 New Year + ||| + Hong Kong people cheer and welcome the 2021 New Year Hong Kong people cheer and welcome the 2021 New Year
Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations Goes Online for the First Time To Ring in 2021 with the World and Showcase Hong Kongs Unstoppable Energyedit
Travel Mail – Online Web
The Covid19 pandemic is not going to stop the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) from sharing festive cheers and the appeal of Hong Kong with the rest of the world. This New Years Eve (31 December 2020), for the first time, the HKTBs signature Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations will go online.