GBAC STAR offers a formal approach to cleaning, disinfection and infection prevention in commercial and public facilities of all sizes, including convention centers, stadiums, restaurants, hotels and more.
Phuket Hotels Association launches COVID-READY Certification in Phuket
New internationally recognised certification – a first in Thailand – to provide assessment, guidance and support to Phuket hotels as they prepare to reopen after COVID-19.
Time to resume global travel
The Global Business Travel Association urges EU Governments to lift travel restrictions in a coordinated manner.
New directory to support industry’s Safe Stay Program
Hospitality Technology Next Generation (HTNG), in collaboration with the American. Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA), launches a tool to collect potential technologies that can be applied in implementing enhanced cleaning protocols.
Hilton CleanStay brings new standard of cleanliness
Hilton CleanStay, created in collaboration with Lysol and Dettol maker RB and Mayo Clinic, includes new procedures to help Hilton guests enjoy an even cleaner and safer stay starting this summer.
Over 197 million Tourism jobs will be lost globally
More than 197 million jobs could be lost in the global Travel & Tourism sector if barriers to global travel, such as blanket anti-travel advisories and quarantine measures remain in place, according to new research from the WTTC.
Radisson rolls out recovery plan for properties in China
Radisson Hotel Group has unveiled a holistic recovery plan for its hotels and resorts in China, as the revival of China’s travel and hospitality industry is now picking up speed following the COVID-19 global pandemic.
UberMedia launches COVID-19 Recovery Insights Tool
The COVID-19 Recovery Insights provides 30 business, tourism, and market metrics that are updated daily, for organizations of all sizes to develop recovery strategies, in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Marriott has a more realistic view on demand recovery in Europe
Sorenson thinks both the US and China have the same kind of travel industry fundamentals to fuel a stronger recovery than Europe.
Tourism can be a platform for overcoming the pandemic
By bringing people together, tourism can promote solidarity and trust”: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
