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• 7 in 10 Singaporeans still want to travel in 2020 July 4, 2020
  The results of the Travel Intent Survey 2020, that analysed post-COVID-19 travel intentions of 6,000 Singaporeans, were published today. The survey aimed to understand the outlook of travel recovery and changes to travel behaviors of Singaporeans as a result of the pandemic. First Travel Destination With less than 6 months till the end of the […]
  Chief Assignment Editor
• Antigua and Barbuda updates its travel advisory July 4, 2020
  The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has updated its travel advisory effective 72 hours from date of issue to ensure the continued safety of travelers and residents. The V.C. Bird International Airport is opened for international and regional air traffic. The Antigua Port Authority is opened to Cargo Vessels, Pleasure Craft and Ferry Services which […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• UK domestic tourism down 22% due to COVID-19 July 3, 2020
  As the UK’s domestic tourism industry prepares to reopen on July 4, total UK domestic tourism trips are set to drop by 22% this year from 122.2 million in 2019 to 95 million in 2020. The UK travel and tourism industry has taken a real battering due to the impacts created by COVID-19 and may […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• OTDYKH Leisure 2020 Moscow Expo will take place as scheduled July 3, 2020
  After months of stringent measures of the international community to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the OTDYKH exhibition will be the first tourism event in Russia and eventually worldwide to open its door to travel industry professionals. Thus, providing a unique opportunity of direct communication with partners and clients. At the same time the exhibition […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• Goa Tourism Open for Business July 3, 2020
  After months of lockdown, Goa opened for domestic tourists from July 2, 2020. Over 250 hotels resumed operations in the state, Goa Tourism Minister Manohar Ajgaonkar said. These hotels were granted permission by the Goa Tourism Department with standard operating procedures put in place by the state government. “We have decided to allow domestic travelers […]
  Anil Mathur - eTN India
• 2020 San Francisco Fleet Week Air Show postponed till 2021 July 3, 2020
  Amid COVID-19 concerns, The San Francisco Fleet Week Association announced today that the Air Show Presented by United, which was scheduled for October  9 – 11, 2020, has been officially postponed to October 8 – 10, 2021 with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels as the headlining act. “While we are disappointed to not have an […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• UNWTO official Italy visit marks re-start of European Tourism July 3, 2020
  The leadership of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is on its first official visit to a Member State since restrictions on travel were introduced in response to COVID-19. The four-day trip to Italy (1-5 July) comes as the United Nations specialized agency for tourism guides the sector’s restart and destinations across the Schengen Zone open […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• Millennial influencers will be indispensable in travel sector recovery July 3, 2020
  Elite and young independent travelers are crucial to the recovery of the travel sector as they are likely to be the first tourists to embark on international travel, however according to the latest survey, *35% of Gen Z and *48% of Gen Y are still extremely concerned about COVID-19. Many travel and tourism influencers are […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• UK cities step up the ranking of the most expensive in the world July 3, 2020
  The latest Cost of Living report reveals UK cities step up the ranking of the most expensive in the world due to the improved strength of the GBP against most currencies. Reporting the cost of consumer goods and services in locations around the world for over 45 years, the report captured the data in late […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• Centara moves ahead with more hotel re-openings in July as travel business rebounds July 3, 2020
  Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, announces the reopening of eight hotels on 1 and 3 July 2020 in key destinations around Thailand as the government continues to ease travel restrictions nationwide. The seven hotels and resorts ready to offer a warm welcome back to travellers on 1 July include: Centara Grand at […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• Ecolog Announces Walk-In COVID-19 Testing Facility at Eindhoven Airport July 3, 2020
  Ecolog Deutschland, part of the Ecolog International Group, a leading global provider of integrated services, technology, environmental solutions, logistics, engineering and construction, and Pro Health Medical – InVitaLab, have announced the opening of a COVID-19 Test Center at the Eindhoven Airport, Luchthavenweg 59. The testing station provides citizens and residents as well as passengers, with […]
  Juergen T Steinmetz
• Hawaiian Airlines Positive COVID-19 Tests: 8 Employees July 3, 2020
  Airlines spokesman Alex Da Silva reported today that Hawaiian Airlines positive COVID-19 tests of employees consisted of 2 flight attendant trainers and 6 flight attendants who were undergoing training at the airline’s Honolulu headquarters. After the training, the employees started to feel ill, and Da Silva said the source of the infection is still being […]
  Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor
• DOT’s COVID-19 airline safety guidelines not enough to protect passengers July 3, 2020
  New COVID-19 safety recommendations for airlines issued today by the US Department of Transportation are inadequate, Consumer Reports said.  Any such guidelines should be mandatory to ensure passengers are protected from coronavirus risks.  The DOT issued guidelines for airlines and airports to follow to address safety concerns during the pandemic, but the agency provides too […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• Wait before booking your Hawaii vacation. New regulations may be in the pipeline July 3, 2020
  When asked by eTurboNews, Honolulu County Mayor Kirk Caldwell indicated he would consider a delay in allowing visitors from the US Mainland to arrive in Honolulu without a quarantine requirement after August 1. Just a week ago, the reopening of the Hawaii Tourism Industry after August 1 was announced. “There is no yes or no […]
  Juergen T Steinmetz
• Seychelles Featured on Popular Chinese Travel Website Mafengwo July 3, 2020
  Adding some tropical flavor to the Dragon Boat Festival in the midst of the difficult times of the COVID-19 pandemic, Seychelles was featured on the popular Chinese travel website Mafengwo. The livestreaming covered Mr. Rex Yang a 33-year-old Chinese citizen and his family who were stranded on the paradise destination of Seychelles since January. Mr. […]
  Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor
• Saint Lucia announces updated travel protocols beginning July 9 July 2, 2020
  Following a reassessment of travel protocols based on market conditions, The Government of Saint Lucia will introduce several new and updated protocols for arrivals from July 9, 2020. Travelers will be required to obtain a negative PCR (Polymerized Chain Reaction) test within seven days of travel unless they are arriving from countries in the Travel […]
  Harry S. Johnson
• Seychelles Promotes Safe Travel in an Effort to Restart Tourism July 2, 2020
  As the world shifts into a new era where health and safety has become the highest priority, the Seychelles Islands takes steps to ensure these essential prerequisites are central to their tourism strategy. Although the Seychelles International Airport has been open to commercial operations since the June 1, 2020, it has only been available to […]
  Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor
• Japanese Ambassador Pays Farewell Courtesy Call on Minister Bartlett July 2, 2020
  The Ambassador of Japan to Jamaica, His Excellency Hiromasa Yamazaki, (seen left in the photo) on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, paid a farewell courtesy call on Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, at the Ministry’s New Kingston offices. During the meeting, Minister Bartlett thanked the Ambassador for his contribution in strengthening relations between Jamaica […]
  Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor
• Bahamas Tourism Launches “The Islands of The Bahamas” Mobile App July 2, 2020
  The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation’s new, free mobile app provides an easy to use resource and tool for consumers planning a visit to The Islands Of The Bahamas. Key features of the app include: downloadable island guides, flight charter request processing and recommendations based on the user’s geo-location within The Bahamas. It also […]
  Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor
• Wizz Air inaugurates base in Larnaka Airport July 2, 2020
  Hermes Airports and Wizz Air inaugurated the base of the airline in Cyprus and welcomed the first two of the three aircraft that will be based at Larnaka Airport. This is a positive development which will further enhance the connectivity of the country with the operation of 36 routes in 20 countries. The welcoming of […]
  Harry S. Johnson