International arrivals fell by 72 per cent over the first ten months of 2020, with restrictions on travel, low consumer confidence and a global struggle to contain the Covid-19 virus, all contributing to the worst year on record in the history of tourism. According to the latest tourism data from the United Nations World Tourism …
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has taken a stake in home rental company Stay One Degree in a funding round. The UK and Hong Kong based company has achieved strong growth since its launch in 2018, and now offers a collection of more than 3,500 homes in over 250 destinations to members in over 70 countries. …
The government of Thailand has announced the opening of its borders to tourists from across the globe. There will, however, be stringent visa policies in place designed to strengthen safety measures. Thailand is now allowing visitors to apply for a tourist visa (TRV) or a special tourist visa (STV) – both come with a mandatory …
Bourne Leisure has confirmed it will no longer sell through trade channels. The decision means brands including Butlin’s, Haven and Warner Leisure Hotels will now only be bookable direct. A transition period is currently underway, with some agents able to continue to sell stays at the parks, resorts and hotels until the end of their …
Royal Caribbean International has announced Empress and Majesty of the Seas will depart its fleet later this month. “Empress and Majesty of the Seas made indelible marks on the cruise industry with their revolutionary design and size. “Touted as the cruise industry’s most ground-breaking ships when they were introduced, they continued to make history throughout …
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced revised ‘back in service’ dates for its four-strong ocean fleet, as the company prepares for cruising in 2021. The new timetable shows that new ship Borealis will now be the first of the fleet to sail, and will embark on her maiden cruise with Fred. Olsen – the six-night …
In a year when the travel industry has faced challenges like never before, Hilton has reached a historic milestone. Even as the company faced the biggest test in its 101-year history, its resilient, capital-light business model enabled it to reach the one million room milestone in the fourth quarter. Only two hotels currently have more …
The Supreme Court has revived plans for a third runway at Heathrow Airport. The long-delayed, much-debated scheme was previously blocked by the Appeal Court, which had argued the current airport strategy from the government did not meet up-to-date UK climate targets. However, in a case argued by Friends of the Earth, the Supreme Court has …
TUI UK has launched its first-ever winter holiday programme to Aruba in an attempt to give customers even more choice for some winter sun. Flights from London Gatwick start today, with the first departure fully sold out. The Dutch Caribbean island is on the quarantine-free list – meaning holidaymakers do not have to self-isolate on …
With the peak season set to get underway this week, tourism officials are expressing cautious optimism that the industry will continue to experience a recovery in Jamaica. On Saturday, more than 4,000 passengers arrived on the island: the highest daily arrival count since borders reopened on June 15th. This boost includes the resumption of British …
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