Tourism

Seychelles Tourism Board’s Annual GCC Roadshow Goes Virtual

As the whole world shifts into the digital age, the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) follows, continuing its mission to establish and foster stronger relationships with the travel trade partner by conducting its annual GCC Roadshow virtually, while ensuring the safety of its participants.  Trade partners across the GCC and several local partners from Seychelles signed […]

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Difficult year for Cologne Tourism

The downturn in tourism has been drastic, and its effects on the entire sector have been extreme. Nonetheless, things could have turned out even worse for Cologne. Cologne Tourism recorded sharp downturn of visitor numbers due to the coronavirus pandemic in 2020 Cologne Tourism registered 1.44 million arrivals and 2.56 million overnight stays in the […]

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Experienced air traffic controllers wanted

The announcement is open to candidates who have maintained at least 52 consecutive weeks of air traffic control experience involving the full-time active separation of air traffic FAA is accepting applications nationwide from former civilian and military controllers Applicants must be willing to work at any FAA air traffic facility, and may be required to […]

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IAG’s leisure brands well equipped to capture pent-up travel demand

Transatlantic flying has virtually been non-existent since March 2020, and its recovery will be vital for IAG International Airlines Group (IAG) is calling for a quick vaccine and digital heath passport rollout IAG’s announcement of a record €7.4 billion ($9 billion) loss as it looks to capture pent-up leisure demand in 2021 Brands within the […]

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EU blacklists four Caribbean territories, Saint Lucia delisted

The list includes jurisdictions worldwide that either have not engaged in a constructive dialogue with the EU on tax governance or have failed to deliver on their commitments to implement the reforms necessary to comply with a set of objective tax good governance criteria The EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes was established […]

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Emirates and Dubai Health Authority create seamless travelers’ digital COVID-19 records verification

Dubai to become one of the world’s first cities to implement digital verification of passenger medical records relating to COVID-19 testing and vaccination Emirates airline and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on implementation of digital verification of traveler medical records MoU was signed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed […]

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A Mediterranean Destination Filled with Authenticity and Curated Exclusive Experiences

Malta, an archipelago located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, has been acclaimed for its luxurious accommodations, warm climate, and 7,000 years of history. A visit to Malta is to immerse oneself in centuries of history while enjoying the very best of modern life and curated experiences to meet each traveler’s personal desires.  Luxury […]

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Harnessing the power of culture and creativity in global tourism recovery

Over 60 travel and tourism organizations unveil concrete recommendations for re-opening travel & tourism in Europe, including creation of Commission-led Task Force to restore freedom of movement As a result of the pandemic, 90% of countries introduced total or partial closures of their World Heritage sites UNWTO is urging the cultural tourism sector to create participatory governance […]

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Statue Cruises to provide ferry service to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

Under new 3-year temporary concession contract, Statue Cruises will continue to provide ferry service operations for guests to the iconic New York City attractions Statue Cruises, LLC will continue to provide ferry and related services to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island under a new 3-year temporary concession contract Statue Cruises, a […]

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Ticking time bombs for virus pandemics

The Thai Ministry of Public Health will be collaborating with the Ministry of Environment and its Department of National Parks to closely inspect Chatuchak animal market. It has been proven that pathogens from animals sold at these types of markets are the source of previous viruses that have caused pandemics. Commercially-traded animals can carry pathogens […]