Competition
What travellers want during a pandemic Luxuryedit
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One brand to turn to for values is Anantara, a collection of five star resorts with locations in Thailand, the Maldives, Sri Lanka, and beyond; its offering up to 40% off for advance bookings across its entire portfolio. While Backlund’s Noble is one avenue for deals globally, his platform is currently invite only. A similar company, Porter & Sail, offers a comparable database of hotel discounts. It sells credits vouchers, essentially for future travel, offering up to 30% off at such properties as Nayara Springs in Costa Rica and Terme Manzi Hotel & Spa in Ischia, Italy.
Industry
UNWTO requests Europe lead the revival of tourismedit
Bwhotelier Businessworld – Online Web
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has again emphasised the importance of collaboration as it welcomed European Commission Vice-president Margaritis Schinas to Madrid for a high level meeting focused on the joined up response to the ongoing crisis, and on advancing plans for tourisms vital restart.
Travel News Russia opens borders for all visa categories & sets new visa centres in Indiaedit
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Mr Surovtsevs patronage and all-round support to development of ties between Russia and India and promotion of Russian tourism are well known, and in the inaugural speech he expressed strong assurance that Indian tourists are most welcome in Russia.
Sustainability Gets a Boost at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Travel And Tour Worldedit
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Sustainability Gets a Boost at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Published on : Wednesday, March 31, 2021 Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is launching an even greener foundation with a host of new sustainability initiatives that build upon a broad platform of existing energy and carbon saving practices, staying strong to its sustainable luxury ethos. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is launching an even greener foundation with a host of new sustainability initiatives that build upon a broad platform of existing energy and carbon saving practices, staying strong to its sustainable luxury ethos.(tourism)
Scotland One of the popular tourist destinations in the UK Travel And Tour Worldedit
Travel and Tour World – Online Web
Scotland One of the popular tourist destinations in the UK Published on : Wednesday, March 31, 2021 In the UK, Scotland is one of the popular tourist destinations. It enjoys a range of scenic attractions, starting right from gorgeous countryside and gardens to the long and exotic beaches. It has other historical features as well like the ancient castles, museums, and art galleries. The country has a mixed flavor of the old charm with modernization, making it unrivalled. Golf and wonderful golf courses, whiskey, Scottish food, and a rich history knitted in the Scottish tales have made the country a tourist haven. In the UK, Scotland is one of the ...
SA Tourism and Netflix Form a Collaboration to Draw Touristsedit
Travel Trends Today – Online web
South African Tourism (SA Tourism) and Netflix have agreed to explore joint opportunities that will benefit both organizations to showcase stories made in South Africa and watched by the world. The agreement will allow for exploration and collaboration on projects both in South Africa and in key source markets that drive international arrivals to the country.
Qatar Airways Plans to Expand Network to 140+ Destinationsedit
Travel Trends Today – Online Web
Qatar Airways has announced its summer schedule, maintaining its position as the leading international carrier providing reliable global connectivity. By the peak of the IATA Summer Season, Qatar Airways plans to operate over 1,200 weekly flights to more than 140 destinations. Qatar Airways has announced its summer schedule, maintaining its position as the leading international carrier providing reliable global connectivity. By the peak of the IATA Summer Season, Qatar Airways plans to operate over 1,200 weekly flights to more than 140 destinations.(tourism)
London Tourism Braces For Slow Virus Recoveryedit
Republic World – Online Web
The cobblestones are deserted at the Tower of London. A biting wind blows and there is no sign of life even the Towers storied ravens are nowhere to be seen. England’s top paid for attraction, which normally draws more than three million visitors a year, has been shuttered for all but a dozen weeks since the pandemic began and international tourism to London came to an almost complete standstill.
Global Travel & Tourism sector suffered a loss of almost US$4.5 trillion in 2020 due to the impact of COVID19: WTTCedit
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Travel & Tourism sectors contribution to GDP plunged a staggering 49.1 per cent in 2020. Swift action could see lost jobs and GDP contribution return by 2022. The World Travel & Tourism Councils annual Economic Impact Report (EIR) today reveals the full devastating impact of COVID19 had on the global Travel & Tourism sector last year, which suffered a massive loss of almost US$4.5 trillion.
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Asiaedit
Business Wire – Online Web
Hong Kong leads the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2021 list with 11 entries and The Chairman becoming the first Hong Kong restaurant to win top spot. Launched in 2009, the Cantonese restaurant in Central is renowned for its authentic, ingredients driven cuisine. It won both coveted titles The Best Restaurant in Asia and The Best Restaurant in China.