Category: Travel News
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Skal International Executive Board: New 2021 leadership
Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand- January 28, 2021 01:20The 2021 Skal International Executive Board met for the first time in a virtual meeting to kick start 2021 with a new set of goals. Read More
EU to Italian Air Transport: Renounce Alitalia!
Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy- January 28, 2021 00:53Although Italia Air Transport likes the idea of keeping the recognizable Alitalia brand, it may have to renounce its acquisition in order to be able to access the 3 billion ... Read More
Sandals Foundation partners with Jabez House Feed A Family Food Drive
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 28, 2021 00:32Continuing Gordon “Butch” Stewart’s legacy of love, the Sandals Foundation has steadfastly kept marching and giving through storms, pandemics, and the passing of it’s founder. Taking up the helm is ... Read More
Ryanair-ITA challenge: Big airport slots at stake
Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy- January 27, 2021 23:19Irish low-cost carrier is interested in the slots at Milan Linate and Rome Fiumicino airports Read More
UK international travel facing a bleak future over next few months
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 22:57Fear of quarantine requirements is the main factor deterring people from traveling, followed closely by travel restrictions Read More
International Congress and Convention Association UK & Ireland Chapter expands board
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 22:32ICCA UK & Ireland Chapter continues to be one of the most proactive in the world Read More
Over 70s should not be forgotten in the recovery of travel
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 22:14Typical stereotypes such as being loyal to one brand and ‘less tech-savvy’ that were previously attached to the silent generation have changed Read More
IATA calls on governments to partner with air transport industry on restart plans
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 21:45When governments do turn their attention to re-establishing global air connectivity, IATA is ready to partner with them to facilitate a globally consistent, efficient and effective approach Read More
State of the Travel Industry event maps out comeback for hardest-hit US industry
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 21:29Travel has spurred economic recovery before. We saw it after 9/11, following the 2008 financial crisis, after the BP oil spill, after devastating multiple natural disasters. Read More
European pilots endorse EASA’s Airworthiness Directive on Boeing 737 MAX
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 15:19Airworthiness Directive concludes a meaningful and thorough Boeing 737 MAX Return To Service process Read More
2021 Best Cities for Golfers in America
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 15:08What are the Best Cities for Golfers in the USA? Is your city up to par? Read More
After unanticipated 2020, global hotel industry knows what it’s up against
Harry S. Johnson- January 27, 2021 14:49Hotel industry does not perform well without its most significant ingredient: people Read More
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
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