Tourism

Covering yourself in cow feces will NOT save you from COVID-19

The practice of applying a cow feces and urine mixture to one’s skin and waiting for it to dry, before washing it off with milk or buttermilk, is particularly concerning to India’s doctors. India’s doctors have reiterated their warning against alternative ‘treatments’ and ‘preventative measures Indian Medical Association has warned Indian citizens against the practice […]

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Escape to Nevis

A video series is launching today that showcases local Nevisians who are the heart and soul of the island. Mother Nature has blessed Nevis with pristine beaches, verdant foliage and panoramic vistas, but more importantly, it is the people of Nevis that bring visitors back. The video series will introduce and highlight individuals who are […]

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Pobeda Airlines begins full-scale flight program from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport

Pobeda Airlines began operating flights from Sheremetyevo as part of the Aeroflot Group’s strategy to optimize the Group’s route network and fleet, taking into account the high demand for low-cost travel. Arrival of the low-cost airline will ensure the expansion of the airport’s route network The airline is serviced in Terminal D Pobeda’s summer schedule includes […]

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Expansion of list of countries expected to be open for summer needed

Reopening critical trading routes such as the United States will enable exporters to reconnect with key global networks and unlock billions of pounds worth of trade and exports. Heathrow welcomes government plans to automate border checks Government should publish a list of countries expected to be on the green list for the summer Heathrow lost […]

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High cost of PCR tests negatively impacts international travel recovery

Prices for COVID-19 PCR tests do vary, but can dramatically increase the cost of an international trip. Pricing of PCR tests is a critical factor Having to take two tests during a trip adds significant cost Multiple tests are likely to be key in planning an international trip for some time Vaccination rollouts have been […]

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Lufthansa Group Airlines extend option to change reservations without a fee

Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Eurowings continue to offer flexible rebooking options. Unrestricted booking thanks to flexible rebooking conditions New flight can be booked for a travel date up to one year in the future No need to immediately commit to new travel date and destination Anyone planning a trip in the coming […]

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Virtual Tourism Is a Great Alternative to Traditional Tourism

Many travelers already realized that virtual tourism can take people to other places, without ever leaving the sofa. The tourism industry lost $4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs globally only during the last year. Museums around the world are closed, cities are shuttered. What now? What are potential tourists doing in these hours, days, […]

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Google wants European Tourism to recover

Google said it was proud to join the European Tourism Commission. Google’s platforms help the tourism sector connect with travelers The partnership will support ETC’s work on sustainability, digitalization of tourism, and connectivity Google and ETC will work towards strengthening the competitiveness of the tourism sector in Europe We are proud to join the European […]

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Sinopharm COVID Vaccine? People in Seychelles are worried, and so is WHO

Seychelles means beautiful beaches and resorts, it means green and not crowded and safe.Seychelles is the most vaccinated country in the world, but COVID-19 infections went up. The reason may come from China with the Sinopharm vaccine.. Tourism remains safe in Seychelles, but the ordinary citizen in Seychelles is worried – and he has a […]

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Revenue and Profit Still Severely Impacted by Covid-19 Pandemic for FRAPORT

FRAPORT operating expenses reduced by about one third – Group achieves balanced operating result (EBITDA) – Group result (net profit) clearly negative – Fraport CEO Schulte: “We are reemerging from the bottom of the trough” In the first three months of 2021, the financial performance of the Fraport Group continued to be severely impacted by […]