The world is slowly opening up again, new research from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) indicates, with destinations cautiously easing travel restrictions introduced in response to COVID-19. As the United Nations specialized agency releases its Global Guidelines for Reopening Tourism, signalling a transition into gearing up for stronger and better recovery, 3% of all global destinations have now taken steps to ease travel restrictions.
Young, independent and digitally-driven travelers to lead Vietnam’s travel reopening
Vietnam’s global tourism ambition needs to focus on China and short-haul travel, concludes latest research.
WTTC launches Safe Travels protocols for aviation, airports, MICE and tour operators
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled the second phase of measures to rebuild global consumer confidence to encourage the return of travelling.
Thailand’s economic front in fighting COVID-19
Thailand, which has received praises for its performance in containing the COVID-19 outbreak, has since 3 May 2020 gradually relaxed restrictions on local travel and certain types of business, while implementing strict social distancing rules
WTTC launches global safety stamp to recognise ‘Safe Travels’ protocols
Special safety and hygiene mark to provide consistency and reassurance for consumers to speed the Travel & Tourism recovery. UNWTO endorses and supports private sector global protocols.
SKAL supports industry through COVID-19
The International Skal Council, advising body of Skal International Executive Board, established a committee to work on guiding and advocating for the restructuring in the Travel Industry.
CNN joins UNWTO on #TravelTomorrow campaign
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has joined forces with CNN International for a major new initiative designed to inspire people to get ready to travel again. The #TravelTomorrow campaign combines the key message of the United Nations specialized agency with the creativity of the broadcaster and looks to a brighter future for global tourism and those that are reliant on the sector for their livelihoods.
U.S. Travel praises House introduction of Pandemic Risk Insurance
The PRIA legislation is a critical step in building the policy framework to navigate out of the economic crisis that has resulted from the pandemic, and help ensure it never happens again.
Over half of British adults made a UK bucket list during lockdown
During the Covid-19 lockdown over half of Britons (57%) have taken pen to paper and created a bucket list of places and activities they want to experience in the UK post lockdown. The average Briton’s UK bucket list consists of 25 experiences and respondents estimate it will take them around seven years to accomplish.
Upswing in travel costs can lead to a slow recovery
According to COVID-19 consumer survey, 59% of respondents globally are always or often influenced by how well a product aligns with their financial constraints.
