The new mid-year revision of the ‘Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2021-2023’ from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) indicates a hard year ahead in 2021 but with recovery occurring thereafter, albeit in a very uneven fashion.
Britain as a visitor destination in global spotlight
Britain as a visitor destination will be in the global media spotlight with the G7 Summit in Cornwall fast approaching and VisitBritain is taking the opportunity to inspire future travel.
Tourism stakeholders invited to share progress on climae action
UNWTO is inviting public and private stakeholders from around the world to take part in a Global Survey of Climate Action in Tourism.
UNWTO and Greece to launch Maritime Tourism Research Centre
UNWTO is to collaborate with the Greek Ministry of Tourism in establishing a first research station dedicated to measuring the sustainable development of coastal and maritime tourism across the Mediterranean.
OECD’s new initiative for safe international travel
OECD framework gives countries the flexibility to lower or raise their health protection measures while coordinating their responses within the international community.
Tourist numbers down 83% but confidence rising
International tourist arrivals were down 83% in the first quarter of 2021 but UNWTO Confidence Index shows signs of a slow uptick in confidence.
Explosive summer hiring surge as sector posts 1.3 million jobs
Analysis finds hospitality-related job postings up 58% since this time last year and up 28% from pre-pandemic.
British Airways to trial IATA Travel Pass
Customers can create a secure account and will be presented with the entry requirements for their destination.
ETC invites Europeans to open up travel again
ETC encourages Europeans to travel abroad responsibly and to provide them with clear and comprehensive information to plan their next trip.
HFTP announces first India Chapter
The new India chapter will build upon HFTP’s strategic goals for Indian hospitality professionals.
