Three recently published studies document instances of Covid-19 transmission on aircraft during the early stages of the pandemic.The most concerning of the studies, which was peer reviewed and published in the CDC’s Emerging Infectious Diseases journal, involved a March 10…
The Scottish tourism industry has reacted with anger to comments from first minister Nicola Sturgeon advising against booking holidays overseas next month.In her address to the Scottish parliament, the first minister said Scottish families should treat the autumn term holiday…
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for the deployment of rapid Covid-19 testing for all passengers.The trade body said accurate, affordable, easy-to-operate, scalable and systematic testing before departure was a preferable alternative to quarantine measures.Testing would allow airlines…
One at Palm Jumeirah Is preparing to open in the United Arab Emirates, with two if its three of its luxurious penthouse properties already sold for record-breaking pricesManaged by hotel company Dorchester Collection and real estate developer Omniyat, the all-new…
Tourism stakeholders should prioritise strong private-public partnerships and speak with a unified voice if South Africa is going to reignite the economy.This is according to #IAmTourism lobby spokesperson, Thembi Kunene-Msimang. “We’ve taken the first step by announcing a date for…
Delta Air Lines and LATAM Airlines Group have received regulatory approval for their trans-American joint venture from Brazil’s competition authority, the Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE).The proposed deal between Delta and LATAM, which was presented to the CADE on…
It’s with some mirth that Kiwis observed travel-starved Aussies rushing to board “flights to nowhere”. In spite of the circular route, Qantas’ “joy flight” over the outback sold out in 10 minutes. A spokesperson for the airline said the 150…
Cruise Lines International Association has confirmed it will adopt a new set of health protocols as part of a phased-in, highly controlled resumption of operations in North America.The trade body said this was a critical next step, with sailing having…
India’s leading luxury hotel sales representation firm – One Rep Global partners with Gangtey Lodge, Bhutan to represent them in the outbound tourism sector of the Indian market.India is already one of the largest markets for outbound tourism for Bhutan…
This summer season was a difficult one for the tourism industry. The spread of Covid-19 led to the implementation of extensive travel restrictions and awakened fear of travelling in many. Countries that are especially dependent on tourism, such as Italy,…
