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Why Dubai could be a test case as other global cities weigh return to normalityedit
Live Mint – Online Web
As other wealthy nations tightened Covid19 restrictions over the winter, Dubai decided to take a risk, gradually reopening its economy while embarking on one of the worlds most extensive vaccination drives. How the Middle Easts business and travel hub fares could become a test case for other global cities as they weigh a return to normality.
Travel News Singapore Airlines rolls out Kris+ lifestyle app in India with 32 local partnersedit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
Singapore Airlines has rolled out its recently launched lifestyle app Kris+ in India. The app is an innovative platform that brings payment, lifestyle and rewards services together under one umbrella for its customers.
Singapore Airlines starts flights with crew fully vaccinated against covidedit
Live Mint – Online Web
Singapore Airlines (SIA) began operating flights on Thursday with full sets of crew members vaccinated against COVID19 as the citystate seeks to rejuvenate its status as an international travel hub.
Saudi Arabia curbs visitors, bans travel from India and 19 other nationsedit
Times Now News – Online Web
As per the advisory, Saudi Arabia has restricted travel from India, Argentina, the United Arab Emirates, Germany, the United States of America, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Pakistan, Brazil, Portugal, United Kingdom, Turkey, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, France, Lebanon, Egypt, and Japan.
National Geographic India reimagines Singapore with digital short filmsedit
Indian Television – Online Web
Singapore is home to some of the most unique tourist attractions and widely perceived as a safe, environmentally friendly and multifaceted destination. From its stunning skyline, scrumptious food, efficient public transport to diverse ecological landscapes and rich heritage, Singapore deserves a spot on everyones list of mustvisit destinations.
Flying Abroad These Covid19 Tests Are Mandatory For All Travellers (Full List Of 49 Nations & The Rules)edit
Trak – Online Web
EU and Schengen areas are definitely front of the line, Australia, and New Zealand the near twins, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea and Thailand waiting for a front ticket to this mess. No quarantine requirement in place either And of course a nightly curfew in place between 11pm to 6 am.
Dubai Bets on Vaccines to Keep Economy Open as Infections Riseedit
Bloomberg Quint – Online Web
Economically, Dubai is already reaping some benefits A gauge tracking business activity showed output rising for the second consecutive month in January Employment has edged up as nonoil firms see conditions improving The economy of the United Arab Emirates, of which Dubai is part, is forecast to grow 1.
Asian Businesses Suffer Lunar New Year Blues Over Travel Curbsedit
News 18 – Online Web
From a skyway operator in Australia to a tourist guide on Indonesias resort island of Bali and a lion dance troupe in Malaysia, Asias travel industry is hurting as coronavirus curbs keep most people home for the Lunar New Year.
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Uzakrota Travel Awards unveils 2020 winners of its World Leading categoriesedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
Yesterday, Uzakrota Travel Awards the global initiative to recognize and reward excellence in travel and tourism unveiled the 2020 winners of its World Leading categories. Skl International bagged the Worlds Leading Tourism Association Category among eight other associations that got nominated for this category.
Travel News Utah Office of Tourism joins Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) as a destination memberedit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
The Utah Office of Tourism has joined Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) as a destination member. The mission of the Utah Office of Tourism is to elevate life in Utah through responsible tourism stewardship.
Tourism Finance Corporation of India Reports Net Profit at Rs 24 cr for Q3FY21; Net Income up 6.19%edit
Business World – Online Web
Despite the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, the Tourism Finance Corporation of India (TFCI) reported a net profit of Rs 24.06 crore for the third quarter ending December 31, 2020 (Q3FY21). This was down only 12 percent compared to the same quarter last year on account of increase in expenditure when compared to the previous quarter.
The Bahamas to host two virtual events offering romantic escapes throughout the destination Travel And Tour Worldedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
The Bahamas is one of the leading destinations for weddings and honeymoons in the world. It is gearing up to host two virtual events offering romantic escapes throughout the destination. The events are expected to bring together industry leaders, partners, hotels, venues and services for a distinctive and educational experience for trade and consumer participants.
Hotels in Saskatchewan are promoting staycations for local residents Travel And Tour Worldedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
With travel being discouraged and out of city guests quite a handful these days, Danbrook said that the hotel, like many other businesses in the tourism industry, has resorted to promoting staycations for local residents. We are definitely heavily promoting staycations and that has definitely helped us come through, said Danbrook.
Australian tourism industry is under threat of losing 320,000 jobs Travel And Tour Worldedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
Australian tourism industry is under threat of losing 320,000 jobs Published on : Thursday, February 11, 2021 Australia expect to lose 320,000 tourism jobs and billions due to border shutdown. In the aftermath of pandemic, Australian tourism industry is under the threat of losing 320,000 jobs and 7 billion USD owing to border shutdown during peak tourism session.
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HKTB launches virtual event ahead of CNY to promote Hong Kong tourismedit
Daily World – Online Web
In a bid to accelerate its promotional efforts as part of the postCovid19 tourism recovery plan, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced its first global fan engagement programme called Hong Kong Super Fans
Celebrating Chinese New Year the Hong Kong Wayedit
Outlook – Online Web
This year it falls on February 12. While we expect things to be a bit different this time round, Hong Kong is making every effort to welcome the festival in its own inimitable style by wedding traditional elements with innovative ideas. Although there will be no physical events because of the Covid19 situation, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is turning the celebrations up a notch by infusing cherished traditions with online, innovative elements, and by sending festive blessings in a whole new way.