Category: Responsible Tourism News
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Wildlife conservation in style with a feel for African communities
In Ngorongoro in Tanzania, local communities are benefiting directly from tourism gains accrued from over 600,000 tourists visiting the park ... Read More
Abandoned piece of luggage triggers Frankfurt Airport evacuation
Parts of Frankfurt Airport evacuated due to possible bomb or gun threat Read More
Russia resumes Qatar, India, Vietnam and Finland flights
Russian airlines restart flights to four more countries Read More
Air France certified with COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating
Air France rolls out the strictest health and hygiene measures both on the ground and on board to ensure a ... Read More
Africa is set to roll out its Single Passport this year
African passport is the flagship project of the 2063 Agenda aiming to remove restrictions on Africans' ability to travel, work ... Read More
Tourism will flourish: thanks to forgetfulness
Is the ability to forget the key to bringing back tourism? It is no secret that crises can severely affect ... Read More
Saint Lucia hotels offering free COVID-19 testing to qualified guests
Saint Lucia has multiple COVID-19 PCR and antigen testing options for departing visitors, citizens and residents Read More
Grenada launches new travel hotline
The hotline considered necessary by Grenada Tourism officials to assist travel agents, tour operators, visitors or returning nationals Read More
Redefining the way the world goes on vacation
Legendary Jamaican entrepreneur Gordon “Butch” Stewart, one of the hospitality industry’s most vibrant personalities and founder of Sandals Resorts International, ... Read More
Anguilla Tourism: COVID-19 testing at the forefront of reopening strategy
Statement on CDC universal testing requirements by Anguilla's Hon. Minister of Tourism Haydn Hughes Read More
Jordan ends mandatory quarantine for foreign tourists
Jordan eases entry requirements for foreign visitors Read More
Holland America Line opens bookings for Europe 2022 cruises
Four Holland America Line's ships span Europe on itineraries ranging from seven to 21 days Read More
Singapore Airlines restarts Singapore-Moscow service
Singapore flag carrier announces resumption of Moscow flights Read More
Delta Air Lines bans pro-Trump hoodlums from its flights
Delta Air puts Donald Trump supporters who heckled Mitt Romney and Lindsey Graham on no-fly list Read More
Global Business Travel Association Canada builds committee offering
Industry leaders join GBTA as volunteers to help restore business travel Read More
Florida Keys Tourism: ‘Name’ COVID-19-fighting robot at Key West Airport
The robot emits high-intensity ultraviolet UV-C wavelength light designed to remove 99.9% of harmful airborne and surface pathogens including the ... Read More
Aruba expands COVID-19 testing capability for new CDC mandate
Aruba offers all travelers access to COVID-19 testing Read More
Groups challenge Trump Administration’s latest assaults on Endangered Species Act in Hawaii
Trump administration issued two new regulations that strip vital protections from federal lands necessary for the conservation of threatened and ... Read More
IGLTA Foundation introduces new 2021 Board officers
The IGLTAF will remain focused on providing diverse market research for all members, mentoring new LGBTQ+ businesses and emerging destinations, ... Read More
Wedding destinations Brits are dreaming of in 2021
New York has been revealed as Brits Most Popular Proposal Destination Read More
ABPCO releases 2021-22 member focused business plan
Association of British Professional Conference Organizers unveils new strategic plan Read More
US Black travelers more influenced by safety concerns & representation in marketing than European Black travelers
The findings of this report, along with the sustained calls by Black travelers for diversity and equality, should be an ... Read More
US DOT adopts new airline passenger protections
New regulations that apply to airlines bumping passengers and mishandling baggage announced Read More
WTTC mental health guidelines to aid Travel & Tourism recovery
Investment in mental health promotes good business and greater profitability Read More
Munich Airport’s passenger numbers decline to 11.1 million
Global travel restrictions have had a drastic effect on traffic development at Munich Airport Read More
US Travel: We appreciate CDC international travel testing mandate
With a risk-based, layered approach to health and safety throughout every aspect of travel, it’s possible to both protect public ... Read More
Fraport AG receives CEIV Pharma recertification
IATA’s pharma certificate awarded for exemplary handling of temperature-sensitive goods at Frankfurt Airport Read More
Tourism Fiji’s new program ensures traveler safety once borders re-open
Tourism Fiji announces the “Care Fiji Commitment” Read More
Jamaica to ramp up COVID-19 testing capacity – Minister Bartlett
Government of Jamaica and key partners are putting measures in place to boost the COVID-19 testing capacity locally Read More
Sabre and Jeju Air renew long-term distribution partnership
Jeju Air and Sabre Corporation affirm long-term relationship as the carrier ramps up route resumption Read More
AIANTA CEO appointed to National Marine Sanctuary System Business Advisory Council
The advisory panel will work with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to promote sustainable recreation and tourism within the ... Read More
Qatar Airways earns APEX Health Safety Diamond Standard status
Qatar Airways has achieved the Airline Passenger Experience Association’s latest safety benchmark following assessment of the airline’s COVID-19 hygiene and ... Read More
Belize receives Safe Travels Stamp
Belize joins an esteemed group of destinations that have achieved this recognition, including Dubai, Mexican Caribbean, Barcelona, Jamaica, Mauritius and ... Read More
United Airlines receives hospital-grade certification for cleaning and safety
Recognition from APEX and SimpliFlying underscores that United will continue to innovate and raise the standard when it comes to ... Read More
Hemingway look-alikes urge COVID-19 safety for Florida Keys Tourism
Florida Keys tourism council’s ongoing “Play It Safe” video series promote personal responsibility and health protective measures to combat COVID-19 ... Read More
COVID-19 pandemic has cost global tourism industry $935 billion
COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge financial impact on tourism globally, affecting all countries around the world, as well as ... Read More