No gas, no electricity or steam needed. This form of transportation is environmental friendly and passngers become the engine. Continue reading A new Travel Option: Crossing the border pushing a railroad trolley at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
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The newly appointed ICAO Secretary-General is the right man at the right place at the right time
The future of the aviation industry has big challenges. A new Secretary-General for the international body assigned to regulate aviation will have a challenging position. Continue reading The newly appointed ICAO Secretary-General is the right man at the right place at the right time at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Vaccine, Tourism, Politics: A Realistic View by a Minister, who is Resilient and a Hero
Organization in charge of global tourism like UNWTO had been criticized to act helpless in addressing the global COVID-19 crisis the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre takes the challenge, Continue reading Vaccine, Tourism, Politics: A Realistic View by a Minister, who is Resilient and a Hero at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
A Life or Death Decision on COVID-19 is for Americans to follow German rules
A Mask is not a mask. Two masks are not doubling up. There is a life and death difference in wearing a N95 compared to a surgical mask or a clothes mask. CDC remains quiet and there may be a reason for it. Is it all a big lie to confuse the American people? Continue reading A Life or Death Decision on COVID-19 is for Americans to follow German rules at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Emirates has a new certified technology partner
Emirates Gateway has transformed the way the airline's fares and services are distributed to travel service providers around the world, empowering them to better service their customers and ensure consistency across retail touchpoints. Continue reading Emirates has a new certified technology partner at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
United Airlines on Fire: Denver-Honolulu UA328
The engine is on fire. Passengers on UA 328 sitting on the right side of the Boeing 777 watched with horrors the right engine of the aircraft on fire and falling apart while they are trying to gain height and speed after tale off in Denver for their flight to Honolulu Continue reading United Airlines on Fire: Denver-Honolulu UA328 at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Indonesian Tourism Hero dies: Former Minister I Gede Ardika
Former Minister of Culture and Tourism for the Republic of Indonesia, an Indonesian tourism hero passed away today after a battle with cancer. Continue reading Indonesian Tourism Hero dies: Former Minister I Gede Ardika at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
The Safest Mask is not recommended by CDC in the US, but a must in Europe
The CDC spokesperson is speechless. CDC rules contradict German mask wearing rules 180 degrees. Continue reading The Safest Mask is not recommended by CDC in the US, but a must in Europe at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
How many Europeans want to travel despite lockdowns?
Despite the continuous lockdowns and advice to avoid non-essential trips, Europeans' travel sentiment maintains an upward trajectory, with 54% of respondents planning to travel within the next six months either domestically or to another European country Continue reading How many Europeans want to travel despite lockdowns? at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Get Your Sunglasses, the Future of Tourism Will be Bright
The new tourism will so bright, you need to get your sunglasses to see. This is the message at the World Tourism Network zoom meeting with tour guides Continue reading Get Your Sunglasses, the Future of Tourism Will be Bright at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
40 major Airlines gone: WTN Aviation Group issues Statement
The Aviation industry has been hit extremely hard in the ongoing global pandemic. The Aviation Group of the World Tourism Network under the leadership of Singapore based Vijay Poonoosamy knows this. Continue reading 40 major Airlines gone: WTN Aviation Group issues Statement at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Elephants are starving in Thailand and Tourism is to Blame
Besides people also Elephants are fighting for survival. This is true in resort cities like Pattaya, Thailand. Continue reading Elephants are starving in Thailand and Tourism is to Blame at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Abu Dhabi or Dubai to Melbourne flights history for the moment
Melbourne is a city known for conventions, fireworks and an active lifestyle. Not at this time. COVID-19 also turned this Australian city into a ghost town. Continue reading Abu Dhabi or Dubai to Melbourne flights history for the moment at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Auckland, New Zealand in Lockdown: Airlines alerted
New Zealand has been the international standard in fighting COVID-19 - and the country is doing it again Continue reading Auckland, New Zealand in Lockdown: Airlines alerted at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Peace Through Tourism had a Family Meeting with You included
Family meetings are usually private, but the family of the International Institute for Peace through Tourism thinks tourism is a global family and you should be included. Continue reading Peace Through Tourism had a Family Meeting with You included at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Leak at a Nuclear Power Plant concern after Japanese Earthquake
Japan has a history of major earthquakes. Another one hit the country last night. Reports of a leak at a nuclear plant reminds of the devastating disaster ten years ago. Continue reading Leak at a Nuclear Power Plant concern after Japanese Earthquake at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
New COVID Medicine Saves African Tourism Board Chairman’s life
A natural medicine already around for years may be the African response to COVID-19. The World Tourism Network today facilitated a zoom meeting today with Mr. Cuthbert Ncube, Chairman of the African Tourism Board who said this medicine saved his life. Continue reading New COVID Medicine Saves African Tourism Board Chairman’s life at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Medical Tourism Destinations with a COVID-19 vaccine included
Waiting three weeks between the first and second vaccine shot oceanfront on a white sandy Seychelles beach doesn't sound so bad Continue reading Medical Tourism Destinations with a COVID-19 vaccine included at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
How Hawaiian Airlines stays alive with plenty of liquidity?
Hawaiian Airlines has been able to maneuver through the COVID-19 crisis different from other US based Airlines. CEO Peter Ingram was interviewed at Aviation Week. Continue reading How Hawaiian Airlines stays alive with plenty of liquidity? at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Tsunami Generates after a massive earthquake
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck in the South Pacific has generated a tsunami, the Australian weather agency. A 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck in the South Pacific has generated a tsunami, the Australian weather agency said on Thursday. “Tsunami confirmed,” the Australian Bureau of Meteorology said in a tweet, as it warned of a threat to Lord Howe Island, which is about 550 kilometers (340 miles) east of Australia’s mainland. Continue reading Tsunami Generates after a massive...
World Travel Market is back! World Tourism Network Members discuss with Reed Director Simon Mayle
Travel Professionals call it the MICE industry. MICE stands for Meeting and Incentive. MICE has been dead since COVID-19 broke out with ITB Berlin cancelling in March 2020. Now Reed Expo is setting a trend to make Travel Industry Events again possible with ATB in Dubai and WTM Latin America in Sao Paulo Continue reading World Travel Market is back! World Tourism Network Members discuss with Reed Director Simon Mayle at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Marriott goes big in the Caribbean and Mexico: Jamaica’s Tourism Minister loves it
Jamaica Tourism Minister Bartlett is pleased with Marriott and Sunwing Travel Groups and their trendsetting marketing deal which he believes will help in his nation’s travel and tourism industry recovery. Continue reading Marriott goes big in the Caribbean and Mexico: Jamaica’s Tourism Minister loves it at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
International Tourism back to 48%, 74% or 96% in 2023?
The global travel and tourism industry is fighting for survival. The longer the fight, the more difficult it gets. PATA today released estimated numbers of recovery for 2021/2022/2023 with three scenarios. Continue reading International Tourism back to 48%, 74% or 96% in 2023? at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Can China soon predict Earthquakes?
Predicting earthquakes may safe massive death and disaster. The answer may come from China by AETA Continue reading Can China soon predict Earthquakes? at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Ten safest countries with the best COVID pandemic response
Coronavirus took the world by surprise. Many of the most developed countries failed to protect its citizens. New Zealand, Australia, Latvia or Cyprus are a big exception. Continue reading Ten safest countries with the best COVID pandemic response at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Visit the Old City of Jerusalem Today and Virtually
Walking the old town of Jerusalem is a trip most won't forget. Since COVID-19 is closing the world, this visit is available virtually. Continue reading Visit the Old City of Jerusalem Today and Virtually at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Vaccination: 80%-97% of Africa is in Trouble and so is Tourism
What is terrible news for Africa is good news by the World Health Organization. Africa is getting the vaccine, but 90 Million doses will only take care of 3% of the population. Continue reading Vaccination: 80%-97% of Africa is in Trouble and so is Tourism at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Environmental NGO raises objections against new Seychelles Hotel Project
COVID-19 is currently a big challenge for the travel and tourism industry in Seychelles, but a new major hotel project may become a reality on the island of Mahe. Continue reading Environmental NGO raises objections against new Seychelles Hotel Project at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Are Chinese KN95 masks too dangerous for Americans?
Visiting a medical office can be a risky business. Wearing a KN95 or N95 mask will protect. In Honolulu, Hawaii a patient was not allowed to enter a medical office wearing a KN95 mask and was handed a less secure surgical mask. Continue reading Are Chinese KN95 masks too dangerous for Americans? at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.
Sandals Resorts Announces Scholarship and Conservation Effort
In one of his first initiatives as Sandals Resorts International’s Executive Chairman, Adam Stewart has announced the creation of The Gordon “Butch” Stewart Tourism & Hospitality Scholarship, fostering the power of education to develop the next generation of Caribbean tourism leaders in honor of the Honorable Gordon “Butch” Stewart O.J, C.D, Hon. Continue reading Sandals Resorts Announces Scholarship and Conservation Effort at eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online.