United makes Hawaii travel easier with expanded COVID testing, pre-clearance program
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 14:28The new pre-clearance process will be in place for customers traveling on 110 of United's weekly flights to Hawaii Read More
Yucatan to US: Rapid COVID-19 tests for travelers
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 27, 2021 03:05An initiative that aims to facilitate transit of US-bound passengers who wish to visit the state of Yucatan or are already there has been instituted for travelers Flying from Meridia ... Read More
Hawaiian Airlines reports $162.6 million dollar loss
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 27, 2021 01:41As is the case for all airlines around the world, Hawaiian Airlines witnessed a huge loss of close to $163 million in the final quarter of 32020. Read More
WTN differs with WTTC on Rebuilding Travel and Reopening Tourism
Dmytro Makarov- January 27, 2021 00:38There is a good reason why Juergen Steinmetz, founder of the World Tourism Network (WTN) differs with Gloria Guevara CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) on how ... Read More
What vacation destinations are Americans searching for in 2021?
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 00:20Italy, Mexico, and the Caribbean are amongst the most searched vacation destinations for Americans in 2021 according to new research Read More
The Netherlands, a Kingdom on Fire due to COVID19
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 26, 2021 23:01Known as the most liberal country in the world, Dutch citizens are worried about freedoms are taking away from them. The Netherlands in a State of Chaos after protesters vandalized ... Read More
Abu Dhabi announces updated list of ‘Green List’ destinations
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 22:54Inclusion in the list is subject to strict criteria of health and safety to ensure the well-being of the UAE community Read More
Destination DC launches new website
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 26, 2021 22:48Visitation to Washington, DC in 2021 has inspired new and engaging content and immersive design at the official Washington tourism website. Read More
India to introduce COVID-19 vaccination certificates for tourists
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 22:11The vaccination certificate will help build confidence among people, making it easier for travelers to move around and revitalizing the tourism sector Read More
Award to recognize best European rail tourism campaigns launched
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 19:45European Travel Commission and Eurail launch rail tourism award as part of 2021 European Year of Rail Read More
US Travel lauds confirmation of Antony Blinken as Secretary of State
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 19:30Secretary Blinken’s long experience and vast expertise will be major assets as the U.S. tends to its international ties and its standing on the global stage Read More
US Travel praises confirmation of Treasury Secretary Yellen
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 19:21Secretary Yellen will be a stabilizing influence at a time when investing in the country’s recovery will be absolutely crucial Read More
Cebu Pacific offers COVID-19 insurance to boost passenger confidence
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 18:51COVID Protect is now available on all Cebu Pacific flights Read More
46% of Middle East luxury travelers plan to holiday abroad in 2021
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 18:33The latest industry data analysis has revealed that 46% of luxury travelers in the Middle East, are planning to travel internationally at some stage during 2021. The survey also asked ... Read More
“Travel safely” via Frankfurt Airport: TÜV Quality Seal reconfirmed
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 18:08Comprehensive measures to protect against infection adjusted to the continuing pandemic situation at Frankfurt Airport Read More
Which US cities are the ritziest, glitziest, and trendiest of them all?
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 15:512021’s Most and Least Glamorous Cities in America named Read More
Wyndham announces seven new hotels for its namesake brand
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 15:36Uniting new hotels under the Wyndham name will help simplify the operations of the group's hotels Read More
Qatar Airways to trial IATA Travel Pass COVID-19 Digital Passport mobile app
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 15:10Qatar Airways will become the first airline in the Middle East to begin trialing the ground-breaking IATA Travel Pass technology Read More
Bangkok Air resumes more flights from Bangkok
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 26, 2021 08:20angkok Airways announces the resumption of its direct services between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) – Trat and Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) – Sukhothai routes, starting from 1 February 2021 onwards. Read More
LUX Chongzuo, Guangxi about to open
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 26, 2021 08:13Surrounded by lush tropical gardens with a stunning view of the majestic karst formations sits the luxurious LUX* Chongzuo, Guangxi Resort & Villas, Daxin County’s first international luxury resort. Read More
WTTC gets desperate and has a point
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 26, 2021 07:50WTTC is the true leader in today's travel and tourism industry. Leaders however have obligations. WTTC obligation is to the largest travel and tourism industry members - and they are ... Read More
50 Resorts in Mexico are Technically Bankrupt
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 26, 2021 03:37When a hotel is for sale during a crisis like COVID-19 they are technically bankrupt. In Mexicos resort cities Los Cabos, Mexico City, Guanajuato, Acapulco , Cuernavaca, Bahía de Banderas ... Read More
Is California giving up on COVID-19 protection?
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 26, 2021 03:22Freeways in California remain empty, restaurants are closed, but the need for the economy to open is big. A slight ease in new infection rates is reason enough reason for ... Read More
COVID pushing 2021 events to 2022: AIME cancelled
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 26, 2021 02:35The CEO of Talk2 Media & Events, Matt Pearce, organizer, announced the Asian Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event for 2021 - AIME - cancelled. He said, “The Business Events industry ... Read More
India Tourism: Change at the top
Anil Mathur - eTN India- January 26, 2021 02:15The Ministry of Tourism for the Government of India announced a new Secretary has been named. Arvind Singh will step into the position beginning February 1, 2021. Read More
Russia resumes passenger flights with four countries
Harry S. Johnson- January 26, 2021 00:35Russia re-launches air service with Qatar, India, Vietnam and Finland Read More
Southwest Airlines bans emotional support animals
Harry S. Johnson- January 25, 2021 23:50Effective March 1, 2021, Southwest Airlines will accept only trained service dogs for travel and will no longer transport emotional support animals Read More
Ireland Level 5 Lockdown: What it means?
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 25, 2021 23:03Ireland is about to enter Level 5 Lockdown, what effectively means almost a complete travel ban. Read More
Carnival Cruise Line releases additional plans on fleet deployment
Harry S. Johnson- January 25, 2021 22:58Carnival Cruise Line is adapting its plans as circumstances evolve and is able to confirm alternatives, Read More
United Airlines’ new technology to ease COVID-19 travel restrictions burden
Harry S. Johnson- January 25, 2021 22:32'Travel-Ready Center' gives customers a personalized, step-by-step guide of what is needed for their trip Read More
Malta Luxury Product Continues to Expand
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 25, 2021 22:17Malta, an archipelago located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, has been acclaimed for its luxurious accommodations, warm climate, and 7,000 years of history. Visitors can enjoy the new ... Read More
Alaska Airlines takes delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft
Harry S. Johnson- January 25, 2021 21:48Alaska's first Boeing 737-9 is scheduled to enter passenger service on March 1 with daily roundtrip flights between Seattle and San Diego, and Seattle and Los Angeles Read More
Hawaii vacation rentals outrunning standard hotels
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 25, 2021 20:55With more tourists arriving in Hawaii ever since the state changed travel rules back on October 15, the Hawaii Tourism Authority has been tracking where these holiday makers are staying. ... Read More
Dubai’s decision to halt live entertainment highlights stop-start risks for tourism
Harry S. Johnson- January 25, 2021 18:17The restrictions are a significant effort by the government of a major global tourism destination to safeguard against the risks presented by COVID-19 Read More
ARC: US air ticket sales numbers still low
Harry S. Johnson- January 25, 2021 18:01US consolidated airline ticketing volume variances still low compared to the same period in 2019 Read More
Wizz Air’s Abu Dhabi launch provides much-needed low-cost competition
Harry S. Johnson- January 25, 2021 17:47Wizz Air’s launch will certainly disrupt the market, offering competitive fares and opening up underserved destinations Read More