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UK vaccines: Wherefore art thou?

Mario Masciullo special to eTN- March 20, 2021 0

The UK vaccination campaign risks a slowdown because of delays in deliveries from India. Despite a green light from the European Medicines Agency on AstraZeneca, ... Read More

Thailand shortens COVID-19 quarantine for visitors

eturbonews- March 20, 2021 0

Thai CCSA agreed to shorten quarantine periods to 10 days for arrivals without a vaccination certificate and to 7 days for those with it, beginning ... Read More

2021 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta cancelled

eturbonews- March 20, 2021 0

For classic yachts already in Antigua, we are hoping to hold an informal sailing only weekend at the end of April this year - eTurboNews ... Read More

Tanzania tour operators mourn fallen President Magufuli

Adam Ihucha- March 19, 2021 0

Tourism industry players are saddened by the untimely demise of Tanzania President Dr. John Magufuli, saying he was the exponent of the industry. - eTurboNews ... Read More

TAAI Tourism Conclave with Gujarat Tourism

Anil Mathur - eTN India- March 19, 2021 0

The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) recently conducted a Tourism Conclave from March 9-12, 2021, organized in association with Gujarat Tourism. - eTurboNews | ... Read More

St. Eustatius: No more quarantine for vaccinated Statians

eturbonews- March 19, 2021 0

Statia residents that are fully vaccinated do not need to go into quarantine when entering Statia after traveling abroad - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel ... Read More

Sandals Grenada in St. George’s reopening March 31

eturbonews- March 19, 2021 0

In the heart of exclusive Pink Gin Beach on an exotic island paradise where the intoxicating scent of spices and tropical blooms make a heady ... Read More

Royal Caribbean Group sells its Azamara brand

eturbonews- March 19, 2021 0

Azamara's success and growth trajectory will continue under the stewardship of Sycamore - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online Read More

Mexican Caribbean new tourism tax kicks in on April 1

eturbonews- March 19, 2021 0

The fee will be charged to international travelers and will be approximately $10 - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online Read More

Alaska Airlines adds new nonstop flight from Anchorage to Minneapolis-St. Paul

eturbonews- March 19, 2021 0

New route from Alaska's largest city to the Twin Cities will provide more nonstops to the state of Alaska - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel ... Read More

Italy PM pays respects at the Day of the Victims of COVID

Mario Masciullo eTN Italy- March 18, 2021 0

Prime Minister of Italy, Mario Draghi, was in Bergamo today for the Day of the Victims of COVID. - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News ... Read More

16 regions in France go back on COVID-19 lockdown

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

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 ... Read More

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

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

There is no doubt that the climate challenge is presently outpacing us and requires urgent, global action - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online Read More

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

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

Grand Bahama Island has taken a series of major steps in preparation for the day when US travelers regain their confidence and once again venture ... Read More

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

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

European Commission emphasized that the certificates are temporary and will be cancelled when the COVID-19 pandemic is over - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News ... Read More

Dan Hotels reopening in the wake of Israel’s unprecedented vaccination campaign

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

Israel's tourism is reawakening, boosted by the coming celebration of Passover and Easter - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online Read More

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

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

Fifteen cities competed in a short but intensive bidding process, which concluded with Reykjavík's winning proposal - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online Read More

American Airlines and Travelport extend full content agreement

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

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 ... Read More

ILTM North America returns in September 2021

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

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 - eTurboNews ... Read More

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

eturbonews- March 18, 2021 0

Aviation leaders launch first in-flight 100% sustainable aviation fuel emissions study on commercial passenger jet - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online Read More

What is the chance a COVID-19 test is wrong? What about 97%

Juergen T Steinmetz- March 18, 2021 0

Reported by the New York Times, Global Research and other global media, one of the most widely used test to detect COVID-19 may be so ... Read More

Tanzania’s President died today and there is an in-official reason

Juergen T Steinmetz- March 17, 2021 0

Beloved President John Mafuli of Tanzania died today. He was a firm believer COVID-19 was not a threat for his country but may have now ... Read More

The Dead Sea Scrolls discovery showdown

eturbonews- March 17, 2021 0

In Israel, archaeologists and looters are racing – in public mind you - to acquire a piece of history from the Dead Sea Scrolls excavation ... Read More

Rising fees on tourist attractions may deter visitors

Anil Mathur - eTN India- March 17, 2021 0

As the COVID-19 coronavirus appears to winding down with vaccines being administered around the globe, attempts to reignite tourism may actually put a damper on ... Read More

Montserrat celebrated in the UK on St Patrick’s Day

eturbonews- March 17, 2021 0

Montserrat is the only nation in the world outside Ireland that treats St Patrick’s Day as a national holiday - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel ... Read More

Turkey launches anti-COVID-19 vaccination campaign for tourism professionals

Mario Masciullo special to eTN- March 17, 2021 0

Turkey has launched an anti-COVID-19 vaccination campaign for tourism workers in coordination with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Ministry of Health, and the ... Read More

Caribbean Tourism Organization partners with Airbnb

eturbonews- March 17, 2021 0

Caribbean Tourism Organization will promote its member countries across Airbnb's vast global community - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online Read More

Travel lost $1.1 trillion in 2020 US economic output

eturbonews- March 17, 2021 0

US travel-supported jobs fell by 5.6 million in 2020 (16.7 million to 11.1 million) Travel and tourism had supported employment for 11% of the U.S. ... Read More

A stroll through Saint Patrick’s Ireland

Dr. Anton Anderssen - special to eTN- March 17, 2021 0

Why do we wish one another a Happy Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17 – the anniversary of the Saint’s death in the year 461? ... Read More

SFO rapid COVID testing center on the move

eturbonews- March 17, 2021 0

San Francisco International Airport has moved its onsite rapid COVID-19 testing center in order to provide easier access to other airport facilities. - eTurboNews | ... Read More