Member States from across Africa have shared their priorities for tourism against the backdrop of COVID-19. As with every other global region, African destinations have been hit hard by the restrictions on travel introduced in response to the pandemic. The sudden and unexpected drop in tourist arrivals has placed many millions of jobs at risk and threatened to roll back the progress made in sustainable development.
U.S. hotel demand not expected to fully recover until 2023
Even with improving performance already underway, U.S. hotel demand will not return completely to pre-pandemic levels until 2023, according to the latest forecast revision from STR and Tourism Economics.
Global online forum on post-pandemic travel
Over 4,000 tourism industry representatives, journalists, and academics registered for the event as global industry leaders share insights into the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on travel, how the industry should respond, and the trends to expect as people begin travelling again in the post-pandemic period.
VisitEngland partners with national tourist organisations to launch industry standard for UK tourism
VisitEngland in partnership with the national tourist organisations of Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales has today launched a UK-wide industry standard and consumer mark to provide a ‘ring of confidence’ for tourism as the sector works towards reopening.
30% of events staff could be made redundant from July 2020
“A lack of a clear independent identity has left the industry fighting for its life after being ignored and unappreciated by government” says HBAA.
WTTC call for greater clarity so Brits can travel abroad again
WTTC believes the recovery of the wider Travel & Tourism sector desperately needs a clear timeline for when overseas travel can resume.
Tripadvisor launches ‘Travel Safe’ tools
New features powered by real travelers give consumers peace of mind, making It easy for travelers to find important health and safety information about hotels and restaurants reopening during COVID-19.
Restrictions on travel easing as Europe leads cautious restart of Tourism
The latest research by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) shows that 22% of all destinations worldwide (48 destinations) have started to ease restrictions, with Europe leading the way. At the same time, however, 65% of all destinations worldwide (141 destinations) continue to have their borders completely closed to international tourism.
Asia Pacific hotel performance for May 2020
Reflecting the continued effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asia Pacific hotel industry reported monthly lows in the three key performance metrics during May 2020, according to data from STR.
UK Government continues to hinder recovery of its travel sector
Delayed reaction to slow the spread and buffer the economic impact of COVID-19, combined with current rules regarding social distancing and quarantining is significantly delaying the recovery of the UK travel sector.
