Destinations
Destinations Easing Travel Restrictions
The UNWTO reports that the responsible restart of tourism is underway around the world as growing numbers of destinations ease COVID-19 related travel restrictions and adapt to the new reality. According to the latest analysis from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), 40% of all destinations worldwide have now eased the restrictions they placed on international tourism in response to COVID-19. The United Nations specialized agency for tourism has been monitoring global responses to the pandemic from the start of the crisis. This latest outlook, recorded on July 19, is up from...
Israel, ACTA Partner Up
The Israel Ministry of Tourism/IGTO Canada has signed a corporate partnership agreement with ACTA designed as a proactive initiative to begin the reopening of the international tourism industry and travel abroad, including travel to Israel from Canada. The Israel Ministry of Tourism was eager to build a stronger collaborative relationship in Canada’s travel industry and with ACTA retail travel agency members and their clients from coast to coast. The ACTA partnership with the Israel Ministry of Tourism will promote education, Israel specialist accreditation and other public...
We’re Up. We’re Running. We’re Open.
The number of people visiting Jamaica is down but the director of the Jamaica Tourist Board says the same doesn't hold true for interest in the tropical island. Donovan White told a Wednesday webinar that Jamaican tourism authorities have "aggressively marketed" their country during the past few months, preparing for the return of visitors. "The demand for Jamaica not only remains strong but grew stronger during these lockdown procedures," White said. Jamaica reopened to international tourists earlier this summer, announcing that tourists would be welcome to stay in a "corridor"...
Welcome Back
The Caribbean-fronting Mexican state of Quintana Roo says it's committed to welcoming tourists back to the hugely popular jurisdiction in a safe manner and then seeing them return home equally healthy. The Quintana Roo Tourism Board -- which represents the likes of Cancun, Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya -- said during a Tuesday webinar that it cohosted with Air Canada Vacations that it began reopening to tourists in early June, and coinciding with welcoming visitors back was the implementation of the Mexican Caribbean Clean & Safe Check Certification, certification designed...
UNWTO Counts The Cost Of Travel Standstill
In newly released data, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) reveals that up to May of this year, the cost of COVID-19 on international tourism was already three times that of the 2009 Global Economic Crisis. As the situation continues to evolve, the United Nations specialized agency has provided the first comprehensive insight into the impact of the pandemic, both in tourist numbers and lost revenues, ahead of the upcoming release of up-to-date information on travel restrictions worldwide. In the latest edition of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, data shows that the...
Jamaicans Encouraged To Rediscover Jamaica
The Jamaica Tourist Board has launched the Rediscover Jamaica program to encourage Jamaicans to taste, see, feel and enjoy the country’s tourism product. Renewing and upgrading the tourism process for Jamaicans, so they may safely enjoy the island with their friends and family is a priority at this time. The rush of adventure, the beauty of nature, pristine horizons, or simply the relaxation of the beach are experiences Jamaicans will enjoy on their staycation. Donovan White, Jamaica’s director of Tourism, said: “Travellers from around the world come to our island for a...
Escape From Home
The Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) is inviting Canadians to escape this summer in their own backyards, launching its Destination Indigenous’ Escape from Home campaign. The series of itineraries highlights a range of authentic experiences that connect travellers to Indigenous people, their culture and the land. Keith Henry, president & CEO of ITAC, said: “Through strong imagery, video, and storytellers, Destination Indigenous is putting a focus on this resilient sector of the tourism industry, while delivering an emotional experience that flows from our...
Emirates Launches Portal For Its Travel Trade Partners
Emirates has launched an online gateway to serve its travel trade partners around the world. Tailored for each market, and personalized for each partner to cater to their unique business environment and needs, the Emirates Partners Portal is a one-stop-shop for travel industry partners to quickly and securely access the full range of information on Emirates’ latest products, services and policies, and obtain technical support. This dynamic platform reshapes the way Emirates delivers information to its trade partner community. The portal also offers a range of functions...