Laguna Phuket partners with the Bangkok Hospital Phuket to launch the first hotel-based PCR test centre for Phuket Sandbox arrivals.
EU clears way for the EU Digital COVID Certificate
The Presidents of the three EU institutions, the European Parliament, the Council of the EU and the European Commission signed off on the EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Phuket’s message to the world ‘Welcome back home’
As the countdown to the Sandbox hits seven days, resort island pays tribute to its real-life tourism attraction.
Travel industry calls for swift adaoption of harmonised EU travel rules
Ahead of the EU Ambassadors’ meeting on 11 June, the European travel and tourism industry associations call on Member States to approve the Commission’s proposal to start lifting travel restrictions in the EU in a coordinated way.
Long-haul travellers still cautious about planning trips to Europe
News of easing pandemic restrictions boosts travellers’ hopes for summer 2021; however, overseas trips are not yet the preferred option for many.
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.
Committee on Tourism Ethics recommends responsible us of travel certificates
COVID-19 certificates for international travel must be free, universally available and non-discriminatory. They must also be limited in time and use, the World Committee on Tourism Ethics has recommended.
Export tourism businesses call for funding certainty
Internationally-focused tourism businesses across Australia require clarity on continued Government support to plan for their recovery.
The Islands of The Bahamas announces updated travel and entry protocols
The Government of The Bahamas announced updated public health measures and entry protocols for fully vaccinated travelers.
