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eTurboNews: Global tourism industry is on its way to recovering to pre-pandemic levels, with twice as many tourists traveling in Q1 2023 than in Q1 2022 Read more: Travel and Tourism…

eTurboNews: The Future in the Hospitality Industry will enhance on Wellness, and Saudi Arabia lead according to HE Gloria Guevara, Chief Advisor Saudi Tourism Minister. Read more: The…

by: Harry Johnson | COVID-19 pandemic declaration caused unprecedented lockdowns, restrictions on movement and commerce, causing economic contractions worldwide Click here to read the full…

by: Dr. Anton Anderssen - special to eTN | I am a disabled person, and I have terminal muscular dystrophy, therefore, I use a power wheelchair, when I travel. Full article: Qantas’…

Tourism meant TIME 2000 for Indonesia for the millenium. 129 countries will experience TIME 2023 in Bali, because WTN knows SMEs matter! It’s TIME for Bali: Where World Tourism Meets…

China’s aviation regulator plans to restore flight capacity to 70% of pre-pandemic levels by January 6, and to 88% by January 31 Flight bookings surge as China ends its zero-COVID policy

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort reopened on 1 December 2022 following nine months of extensive renovations, with a fresh, wellness-centric identity Anantara Veli Maldives Resort: New…

Hong Kong health officials banned imported hamsters and other small mammals of foreign origin in January of 2022 Pet hamsters are ok: Hong Kong lifts COVID-19 small animal ban

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) welcomed the government’s announcement of removing the amber code for inbound visitors. Hong Kong aborts amber travel code

The travel and tourism industry in Hongkong has been anxious. As of Wednesday this Chinese city is opening for foreign visitors again. Hong Kong Travel and Tourism Reopens

Diriyah Gate Development Authority is signing on 16 new global hotel brands and is testament to the pace of development. Saudia Arabia hotel growth on the upswing

Entry in Seychelles resumes to pre-COVID protocols from December 1, 2022, as the last COVID-19 travel requirements are removed. Seychelles drops the last of the COVID-19 travel measures

International tourism is on track to reach 65% of pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2022 as the sector continues to bounce back from the pandemic. An estimated 700 million tourists traveled…

NusaTrip, an Indonesia-based Online travel agent (OTA) and travel platform of Society Pass Incorporated, Southeast Asia’s (SEA) leading data-driven loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem,…

To travel and discover, to explore new places, meet new people, encounter different cultures is in people's DNA. Travel is good for the soul

IT&CM China and CTW China 2022 have had to reschedule its in-person and virtual events due to the effects of COVID-19. COVID rears its ugly head again in China

New regulation would effectively ban the sale of all new gasoline & diesel vehicles in the European Union countries starting from 2035. EU to ban gasoline cars from 2035

Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world’s largest and leading expedition cruise line, has updated, adjusted and simplified the Covid-19 protocols. The main change is removing pre-departure…

All soccer fans headed for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will have to show a negative COVID-19 test to enter the country. FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 COVID-19 requirements announced

An Accessibility Hub has been added to the Cairns & Great Barrier Reef destination website to assist travellers with mobility impairment select activities and itineraries for their…

Flights to Samoa currently operate direct from Auckland with Air New Zealand, Sydney/Brisbane with Qantas, Nadi (Fiji) and Honolulu (Hawaii) with Fiji Airways. Commencing  September 22…

Costa Cruises has updated its COVID-19 health protocols and procedures, including requirements for vaccinations and pre-cruise testing. The changes will go into effect for cruises departing…

This summer, travelers are returning to a border that is managed differently, with evolving COVID-19 requirements, which can mean delays Travelers warned about delays at Canadian border

Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced that the city-state has revoked a contentious old law banning gay sex Singapore repeals colonial-era gay sex ban

From September 6, self-testing prior to travel will change from "mandatory" to "highly recommended" for vaccinated guests Cunard ends mandatory pre-cruise COVID-19 test requirement

Sanya's lockdown has been triggered by a COVID-19 outbreak and was declared a day after 263 new positive coronavirus cases were confirmed Sudden lockdown traps 80,000 tourists in…

Australian visitors love to travel to Bali. Bali Hotel Associations issued information fo Aussie visitors on restrictions. Australia Travel Restrictions on Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak

Bali has everything for adventure enthusiasts and the solo traveler in search of tranquility, ranging from waterfalls to nightclubs to treks Indonesia seeks to revive and boost Bali tourism…

Make sure that you keep any receipts of airport purchases, as you can try to claim the money back from the airline later Top tips for dealing with flight delays

International visitors spent $12.6 billion on travel to, and tourism-related activities within, the United States International visitor US travel spending up nearly 105%

All "industries and commercial companies and venues in Macau" will remain suspended from Monday, July 11 until July 18" Macau closes all casinos as it goes on new COVID-19 lockdown

Cities around the world are now doing their best to fight the global climate change and to be more sustainable Most and least sustainable travel destinations in USA

Holidaymakers are much keener to leave the pandemic behind with a relaxing break on the beach than to consume cities, and sightseeing Global air travel is set to recover 65% in third…

Requirements for travelers arriving to Canada are expected to remain in effect until at least September 30, 2022 Canada extends current entry rules for foreign travelers

Following the easing of global COVID-19 restrictions, mentions in filings of ‘business travel’ per company across sectors rose 17% in 2021 and have risen a further 4% in 2022, suggesting…

Visitors worldwide sigh in relief as outdoor mask-wearing is now optional following a review of the Public Health measures in Seychelles. Only (3) three months after allowing…

Streamlined Entry Protocols Take Effect June 19, 2022 The Government of The Bahamas is removing another COVID requirement for international travelers. Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, 19…

eTurboNews | eTN The Biden Administration announced today that the mandatory pre-departure testing requirement for inbound air travelers to the United States will be lifted on June 12.…

Saudi Arabia declares 16 countries off limits to its citizens - In response to the COVID-19 gradual resurgence, Saudi Arabia’s government has issued a travel ban for 16 countries,…

Over 120,000 people gather in Brussels for Belgian Pride 2022 - After a two-year absence, Belgian Pride was making its long-awaited comeback this year. More than 120,000 participated in the…

Rwanda no longer requires PCR tests for new foreign arrivals - Arriving passengers at Kigali International Airport no longer need to take PCR tests while coming and on arrival to Rwanda,…

US mandatory pre-departure testing a major hurdle for travel recovery - A new survey reveals the inbound pre-departure testing requirement imposed by the federal government is…

European Aviation Safety Agency now wants mask mandate dropped - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed new guidance from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)…

The Human Face of Medical Tourism in the Philippines is now a World Tourism Hero - According to the World Tourism Network, the first tourism hero ever recognized in the Philippines is…

Swiss Graubunden wants more tourists from the Gulf this summer - The Swiss region of Graubunden, is aiming to attract record numbers of GCC visitors this summer, with a focus on the great…

International visitors spent $10.1 billion in the USA in March - Data recently released by the US National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) show that in March 2022: International visitors…

Samoa is set to reopen its borders to international visitors - The Samoan Government has announced it will be reopening its border to international travelers from August/September later…

The Philippines is the New Ultimate Medical Tourism Destination - Slippers and shorts are a standard dress code in Hawaii. As a resident in the Aloha State for more than 30 years, this has…

Uganda ends PCR test mandate for all vaccinated outbound travelers - On April 27, 2022, the Minister of Health, Honorable Jane Ruth Achieng, updatedthe public in a televised statement on…

First US state bans genderless option on birth certificates - Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed a new bill into law yesterday, banning a ‘genderless’ option on birth…

Calm, an app for sleep, meditation and relaxation, together with Novotel Hotels, announced a multi-year global partnership to help hotel guests achieve inner calm and enjoy a more restful…

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