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Vacation Rentals pledges refunds following CMA probe

Vacation Rentals has changed its policy to ensure customers will have the option of a full refund if a booking has been cancelled because of restrictions associated with the coronavirus outbreak.The company had initially refused to offer the commitment, but…

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Travel restrictions push Jet2.com relaunch back two weeks

Ongoing travel restrictions in place as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic have seen Jet2.com further delay its return to operations.The holiday company is now aiming to recommence its flights and holidays programme on July 15th.In a statement, the company…

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Cathay Pacific secures £4bn government-backed bailout

Cathay Pacific has announced a HK$39 billion (£4 billion) recapitalisation plan.The carrier, one of the earliest and hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, said the deal would help maintain competitiveness.The three-part plan, financed by the government of Hong Kong, is…

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New Cape Town by-law to protect coastline

A new coastal by-law adopted by the City of Cape Town details the protocols under which a beach may be temporarily closed as well as actions that can be taken against activities that may damage the environment.Cape Town’s coastline draws…

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in Oceania

River tourism in France draws its own path

River tourism in France has been gradually resuming its activity since 29 May. Recent figures for the sector demonstrate its growth attracting more and more travelers. In some regions however the story is different.With nearly 11.3 million passengers transported (+2.1%…

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Le Shuttle offers socially distanced French connection

As the government slowly lifts restrictions and the prospect of an overseas summer holiday becomes a possibility, Eurotunnel Le Shuttle offers the ideal way to travel to the continent with a car while maintaining a safe social distance.Travellers on Le…

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Changes at the top for easyJet as board members depart

easyJet has announced that Charles Gurassa and Andy Martin have notified the board that they intend to step down later this year.Gurassa is currently deputy chairman and senior independent director, while Martin is independent non-executive director and chair of the…

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