The UNWTO-IATA Destination Tracker is a new free online tool for governments to provide information on COVID-19 requirements for travel and the measures in place at the destination.
Positive momentum continues for return to business travel
Departments collaborating company-wide in planning for travel’s return; seismic shift to more flexible working arrangements.
U.S. tourism sector suffered loss of $766 billion in 2020
Research conducted by the global tourism body shows the impact of COVID-19 to the U.S. economy in 2020 and states the return of international travel will open a pathway to recovery.
Tourism after lockdown: travel barriers
We evaluate the barriers influencing travelers’ decisions not to book or undertake an overnight trip.
The new normal for hotel sales roles
The pandemic has had a major impact on the sales function. Paige Duke from Strategic Solution Partners and I discuss how the sales function may change as demand returns for business and MICE travel.
Emerging Markets: who will recover first?
There are positive signs that demand is increasing. We discuss which markets are likely to recover first and a range of new emerging markets with Anita Manfreda from The Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School.
A new wave of innovation across consumer industries
The desire to work from a “third space” highlights a potential opportunity to grow revenue for the hospitality and retail industries.
NZ travel bubble a welcome step towards the future
A travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand annunced to start in the middle of April.
Government join sector leaders in backing principles for international code to protect tourists
More than 100 countries, alongside international organizations and leading business groups have agreed to adopt harmonized standards for assisting tourists caught up in emergency situations.
European Commission unveils plans for Digital Green Certification
The European Commission is proposing to create a Digital Green Certificate to facilitate safe free movement inside the EU during the COVID-19 pandemic.
