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Astra Zeneca back on track as a COVID-19 vaccine

Astra Zeneca is a very important vaccine in Germany to respond to the growing COVID-19 pandemic. German authorities put this vaccine on hold after blood clots in the brain were developed as a possible side effect. The hold was lifted. 2 death, 13 cases of blood clots in 1.6 million doses of Astra Zeneca is […]

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16 regions in France go back on COVID-19 lockdown

18 million French people in regions such as Paris, Hauts-de-France in the north as well as the Alpes-Maritimes on the Mediterranean should stay at home France has been placed under a nationwide curfew since mid-December New “massive measures” will go in effect in France’s 16 worst-hit regions, in order to curb new COVID-19 spike Variant […]

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Executive Secretary UN Climate Agency applauds SUNx Malta Climate Friendly Travel Registry

There is no doubt that the climate challenge is presently outpacing us and requires urgent, global action WTTC congratulated for its continuing leadership commitment on Climate and Sustainability issues WTTC and SUNx Malta jointly launch the Climate Friendly Travel Registry The CFT Registry is a vital support for companies and communities to get behind WTTC’s […]

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Grand Bahama Islands ready for travel restart with airport expansion and upgrades

The temporary airport facility at the Grand Bahama International Airport has doubled in size to over 8,000 square feet. This expansion and upgrade allows for better handling of baggage, an additional 250-seat departure area, and efficient visitor processing. Attracting sufficient airlift and proper marketing of the island is critical to its success says State Minister […]

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Israel replaces quarantine hotels with tracking devices

Israeli officials maintain that the tracking bracelets will only inform authorities if a wearer leaves a designated quarantine area Israel introduces COVID-19 electronic tracking gadget Israelis will be able self-isolate at home, instead the government-administered hotels Violators of the isolation rules could be fined up to $1,500 Israeli lawmakers passed a bill yesterday, handing the […]

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EU unveils Digital Green Certificate for travelers vaccinated against COVID-19

European Commission emphasized that the certificates are temporary and will be cancelled when the COVID-19 pandemic is over EU Digital Green Certificate proposed for COVID-19 vaccinations Digital Green Certificate is expected to be introduced within EU by mid-June COVID-19 shot will not become mandatory for transnational travel in the EU The European Union authorities have […]

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Reykjavík will host two of the biggest esports events of the year

Fifteen cities competed in a short but intensive bidding process, which concluded with Reykjavík’s winning proposal Reykjavík will host the League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational and VALORANT Champions Tour Masters Reykjavík Competition for both events will occur in Reykjavík’s Laugardalshöll indoor sporting arena Fast, reliable, state-of-the-art infrastructure in Reykjavík is ideal for these events Riot […]

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ILTM North America returns in September 2021

The global luxury travel universe is worth an estimated $2.05 trillion with high-net worth individuals contributing just under half of the total spend U.S. travel industry is reporting a significant increase in demand from optimistic clients In addition to domestic travel, international destinations closer in proximity to North America are high on wish lists ILTM […]

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American Airlines and Travelport extend full content agreement

Travelport will roll out several enhanced functionalities to simplify how its tens of thousands of connected agencies shop and manage NDC bookings with American Airlines Travelport announced a multi-year extension of its full content agreement with American Airlines The agreement supports American’s new codeshare and extended services relationship for domestic bookings with Alaska Airlines and […]

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First in-flight 100% sustainable aviation fuel emissions study on passenger jet launched

Aviation leaders launch first in-flight 100% sustainable aviation fuel emissions study on commercial passenger jet The pioneering ‘Emission and Climate Impact of Alternative Fuels’ (ECLIF3) project launched The the study will be carried out using an Airbus A350-900 aircraft powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines Fuel-clearance engine tests started at Airbus’ facilities in Toulouse, France, […]