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65% Indian Travellers Are Planning a Trip in the Next Two Months, claims MMT Surveyedit
Travel Trends Today – Online Web
MakeMyTrips recently concluded online survey on How India will travel once vaccinated indicates that more than 65% of Indian travellers are actively searching and planning a vacation within the next two months.
Travel News Airlines not expected to turn cash positive until 2022: IATAedit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
Health Credentials: It is becoming clear that vaccines and testing will play a role as the pandemic comes under control and economies ramp up, including the travel sector. The IATA Travel Pass will enable travelers to securely control their health data and share it with relevant authorities. A growing list of airlinesincluding Air New Zealand, Copa Airlines, Etihad Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Malaysia Airlines, RwandAir, and Singapore Airlineshave done or are committed to doing trials with IATA Travel Pass.
Thai Airways Posts Record $4.7 Billion Loss as Debt Revamp Loomsedit
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While tourismreliant Thailand has eased curbs on foreign tourists, a mandatory twoweek quarantine and a fresh wave of infections have kept most visitors away Wider availability of Covid19 vaccines will be the key to reviving travel demand, the airline said.
Malaysias AirAsia Group Postpones FourthQuarter Results To EndMarchedit
Business World – Online Web
Malaysian budget carrier AirAsia Group Bhd has postponed its fourthquarter earnings release by about a month, just as its closed Japan unit starts bankruptcy proceedings. The airline confirmed that it had delayed the results announcement to the end of March, from initial plans to release on Thursday evening.
Business in Dubai is getting safer, bolder, stronger!edit
The Economic Times – Online Web
Take a good look around in the global scenario and you will find Dubai utilizing technology to the fullest. Agencies Theres much data backing this observation in various business segments as well. Equipped with the perfect business perspective in the dynamic current scenario, Dubai moves forward with flexible business initiatives to ensure overall progress.
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Travel News Sabre, Akbar Travels sign longterm partnership agreementedit
Travel Biz Monitor – Online Web
Sabre Corporation, a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, and Indias largest travel agency, and Akbar Travels, today announce a new longterm, strategic partnership agreement to further expand Sabres footprint in the Indian subcontinent while driving operational efficiencies to increase productivity and profitability for Akbar.
Saudi Tourism Authority launches Journeys in Arabiaedit
Voyagers World – Online Web
To bring to light the Saudi offering, the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) has launched Journeys in Arabia, an exclusive online event curated especially for Travel Trade Partners around the globe. The virtual engagement series, taking place across six markets around the world, is a firstofitskind initiative for STA, a source of inspiration and excitement, designed to inform partners about the diverse products and experiences that Arabia offers.
Ministry of Tourism trains more than 700 Homestay Owners of Darjeeling region in a three day Incredible India Mega Home stay Development &Training Workshopedit
Orissa Diary – Online Web
A three days Incredible India Mega Homestay Development & Training Workshop was held in Darjeeling from February 22 to 24, 2021 to enrich the hospitality skills of the Homestay owners of the region and to ensure a better experience for the tourists.
Etihad Offers WellnessFocused Air Travel Experienceedit
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Ensuring the safety and wellness of our guests and employees is Etihads priority and the airline has launched several initiatives under Etihad Wellness, an expanded and comprehensive health and hygiene programme and customer guide.
Egypt will hold a roadshow in June for promoting its cultural tourism in Spain Travel And Tour Worldedit
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Egypt will hold a roadshow in June for promoting its cultural tourism in Spain Published on : Thursday, February 25, 2021 Egypt will hold a roadshow in June for promoting its cultural tourism in Spain, said Mohamed Osman, head of the Committee for the Promotion of Cultural Tourism in Luxor.