Representatives of several tour operators said the number of Vietnamese tourists booking trips to Asia, the Middle East and Europe in March increased two to three times from last month. Leading tour operator Vietravel said the company will take four tour groups to Dubai, three to Thailand, one to the …
Read More »Why Turkey is the real alternative to summer holidays in France and Spain this year
If being near (and in) the water is more your speed, the pretty turquoise coast resort of Kalkan is still popular with Brits for its attractive marina, old whitewashed houses, plentiful restaurants quality and relaxed atmosphere. It is also a great place to dive in some of the clearest waters …
Read More »The Minister of Tourism highlights the role of cultural attaches
TEHRAN – On Sunday, Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Minister Ezzatollah Zarghami hailed the role of cultural attaches as potential advocates for Iranian tourism to all corners of the world. “Our cultural attachés are present in 80 places around the world. Nowadays, [I expect] all [to] represent the Ministry of …
Read More »Countries of visa-free entry to the next World Cup and those who must apply
To have the best possible experience in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 it is imperative to comply with the requirements of the host country. This includes, first of all, the entry procedures and the necessary visa authorizations. It would be a shame if you were only focused on getting …
Read More »Heathrow and Gatwick: Travel rules for Dubai, Turkey, Israel and Egypt
A warm winter getaway is rare in the UK, with the weather often miserable and cold or simply bland. This is why many people choose to visit warmer countries during this time. Some popular destinations outside of Europe include Dubai, Turkey, Israel and Egypt. All of these countries have different …
Read More »Spain, Portugal and Turkey travel restrictions and what tourists need to know
Although travel restrictions on entering the UK are set to end next week, there are rules travelers will need to follow if they choose to holiday abroad this year. The government has announced it will remove the requirement for a PCR test on arrival in the UK, meaning it will …
Read More »Travel restrictions for Spain, Greece, Turkey, Austria, France and Italy
With 2022 being the third year of a global pandemic, many people have itchy feet and are looking to go on holiday abroad. Europe consistently hosts the most popular tourist destinations for British travellers. Spain, Greece and Turkey, among many others, are popular sunny cultural spots for British holidaymakers seeking …
Read More »Spain and Turkey top travel wishlists as holiday bookings soar
Almost two years after the pandemic devastated the tourism industry, there seems to be cause for hope. As national and European restrictions ease, people have their eyes on the sky. Recent data has revealed that intra-European travel bookings over the Easter holidays have increased by more than 250% compared to …
Read More »Travel to the UAE: New flight cancellation announced until March 28
Abu Dhabi-based airline Etihad Airways has announced the cancellation of flights to Medina until March 2022. A statement posted on the UAE airline’s website says Etihad flights between Abu Dhabi and Medina have been canceled until March 28, 2022, for operational reasons. Our teams are actively contacting affected travelers to …
Read More »UAE: Etihad announces another flight cancellation until March 28 – News
“Teams are actively contacting affected travelers to offer alternative travel options or full refunds” To file By web office Published: Mon 17 Jan 2022, 1:15 PM Last update: Mon 17 Jan 2022, 10:56 PM Abu Dhabi-based airline Etihad Airways has announced the cancellation of flights to Medina until March 2022. …
Read More »Gatwick Airport: Spain, Italy, Turkey, America, Portugal, Greece and other countries allowing British entry
Since the discovery of the Omicron variant, many countries have introduced stricter travel rules in an attempt to curb the virus. However, that doesn’t mean the holidays aren’t on the table for Brits this year. There are still many destinations, including Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey and America, which are open …
Read More »Lim Tean lashes out at MTF after US reclassifies Singapore’s Covid-19 travel advisory status as ‘unknown’ for travel
Singapore – After the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reclassified its travel advisory for Singapore as “unknown” and advised American citizens to avoid traveling to the country, the politician from the The opposition Lim Tean took up this issue to attack the Multi-Ministerial Task Force (FMT). …
Read More »Dream trip to Italy derailed by COVID-19: what happens when you test positive abroad
Cristina Allala and Michael Mawoad’s dream tour of Italy was meant to be more than the interior of a hotel room. But two days after Christmas, five days after their trip began, they both tested positive for COVID-19. Hours later, a medical team dressed in medical suits similar to hazardous …
Read More »France adds mandatory quarantine for unvaccinated arrivals from the United States
Photo: Jérôme LABOUYRIE / Shutterstock.com Unvaccinated U.S. citizens will now have to be quarantined for 10 days when they travel to France after that country’s authorities added the United States to their red list of COVID-19 countries. While fully vaccinated travelers will be able to travel to France without quarantine …
Read More »Christmas Eve flights canceled, Times Square celebration curtailed amid Omicron
Mayor Bill de Blasio at a press conference last week in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. He announced Thursday that the Times Square celebration will continue, but with far fewer spectators.Credit…Dave Sanders for The New York Times New York City will reduce New Years Eve celebration to Times Square as the Omicron …
Read More »Favorite of European tourists joins list of “very high” risk trips
Originally Posted: December 13, 21 4:51 PM ET By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) – The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday added three countries to their high-risk travel category, including tourist favorite Italy. In its weekly Covid-19 travel advisories update, the CDC also added the giant, …
Read More »Massachusetts COVID count highest since January
The news is grim, nevertheless, it is true. Daily confirmed cases of COVID-19 have returned to levels not seen since mid-January, as Massachusetts struggles to cope with a new wave of coronavirus. And as you may recall, those high levels at the start of this year were before any of …
Read More »Which countries are on level 4 alert?
List of destinations Americans are asked to avoid continues to grow as spread of new Omicron variant, alongside wave of infections caused by Delta, triggers new barriers to overseas travel . France is one of the latest countries to receive the “do not travel” designation as the country grapples with …
Read More »Turkey Evacuates Citizens, Bans Flights Amid COVID-19 Omicron Strain
As the new omicron variant continues to spread, Turkish Airlines conducted evacuation flights from South Africa on Saturday after Turkey implemented travel restrictions and flight bans in the country. As many as 41 passengers have been evacuated on flights from South Africa’s two largest cities, Cape Town and Johannesburg, to …
Read More »Traveling to Turkey during Covid-19: what you need to know before you go
(CNN) – If you are planning to travel to Turkey, here is what you need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic. The basics After suffering a major spike in cases in the first half of 2021, which led to a 17-day lockdown at …
Read More »Fully vaccinated air passenger infected with Covid found dead on Turkey-Germany flight
A fully vaccinated air passenger infected with the coronavirus was found dead in his seat after a flight. The Pegasus Airlines crew found the 51-year-old lifeless in his seat after flight 1043 from Istanbul, Turkey to Hamburg, Germany on October 25. The man, who was born in Russia and lived …
Read More »Singapore lifts Covid ban on Indian aviators
Removes 5 other Asian countries from the restriction as of October 26 Singapore has removed India from its list of travel restrictions along with Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. He announced the resumption of travel to India and some other countries, including Pakistan and Bangladesh, from October 26. …
Read More »Americans still urged to refrain from travel to half of Europe before entry ban is lifted on November 8
The US State Department continues to urge Americans to refrain from travel to nearly half of Europe due to COVID-19, just under three weeks before the entry ban was lifted for vaccinated travelers from the majority of the countries of the old continent. By updating the Travel Advisory, by which …
Read More »Pandemic travel news: Asia-Pacific vacations on the horizon
(CNN) – It was another good week in terms of reopening travel, as tropical havens including Fiji and Bali announced relaxed restrictions. And the Dominican Republic of the Caribbean celebrated its best month for tourism. Here’s what we learned on pandemic trips this week. 1. You may be able to …
Read More »Turkey welcomes 16 minutes of international visitors between January and August 2021
The Turkish government is carefully and efficiently leading the vaccination campaign across the country. The number of tourist influxes to Turkey between January and August 2021, despite the pandemic, was recorded at 16 million. Of these, the number of international visitors who visited Turkey in August is around four million. …
Read More »New UK Covid travel rules from today. What does this mean for travelers from India?
Update on international travel: In good news for travelers from India, Indians fully vaccinated with Covishield or any other UK approved vaccine traveling to the UK will not have to undergo quarantine from Monday 11 October, c ‘That is to say today, British High Commissioner to India Alex Ellis said …
Read More »Vietnam to welcome vaccinated foreign travelers to major tourist areas by December
The Vietnamese government revealed on Wednesday that it plans to reopen major tourist destinations to fully vaccinated foreign visitors from countries it considers low risk for COVID-19, starting in December. This will herald a full reopening to international tourism which is slated for June 2022, according to CNN Travel. Vietnam …
Read More »New UK travel rules from October 11. What changes for the Indians? | Latest India News
Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador, Haiti and the Dominican Republic remain on the UK’s red list. Apart from India, vaccinated travelers from Brazil, Hong Kong, Pakistan, South Africa and Turkey are now exempt from quarantine. The UK is easing travel restrictions from October 11, allowing travelers from more countries to …
Read More »No quarantine in Turkey for Indians vaccinated Covishield-Sputnik, to extend the same for Covaxin after the nod of the WHO | Indiafleurit
Indians who have received Covishield or Sputnik V vaccines can travel to Turkey without any restriction or quarantine. Once Covaxin obtains WHO approval, travelers vaccinated with the same vaccine will also be able to travel to Turkey without any restrictions, the country’s embassy in India said. According to the latest …
Read More »UK is flashing! Accepts CoWIN certification from India with a rider
From next week, all Indian travelers to the UK who are fully vaccinated will not be quarantined. In a late evening announcement by the UK government regarding quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated Indian travelers, said in an official statement “As of October 11, 2021, all Indians fully vaccinated with Covishield …
Read More »Live Travel Rules Update: Traffic Light Lists Removed When New ROW List Arrives
Following the Department for Transport’s announcement on September 17, the UK’s traffic light system was removed this morning at 4 a.m. In the future, there will no longer be an Amber or Green List to check before travel – a single crucial Red List (currently containing 54 countries) and a …
Read More »Travel news: Japan, Australia and Argentina reveal plans to reopen
(CNN) – It was World Tourism Day on September 27 this week, but it’s safe to say that it has been another bad year for tourism around the world. If you’re wondering where and when it’s safe to go, and what to do to get there, CNN Travel has you …
Read More »SA Prez Ramaphosa speaks with Boris Johnson and calls for the country to be removed from the UK travel red list
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has had a formal discussion with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, calling for South Africa to be removed from the travel ban list in an effort to ease restrictions on international air travel to Africa in the midst of COVID-19. It comes as the British …
Read More »Australia recognizes India’s Covishield and China’s Coronavac for international travelers
In a big victory for the Indian Covishield, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced on Friday that Australia would consider the Indian Covishield (AstraZeneca / SII) and Chinese Coronavac (Sinovac) as “recognized vaccines” for inbound travelers. Announcing his government’s plan to “reopen to the world”, Morrison said Australia would allow …
Read More »What are the new travel rules from October 4?
It’s farewell, farewell, sayonara to the traffic light system for Brits who wish to travel abroad. From October 4, the red-amber-green division will be replaced by one that looks more like âstop-goâ. With the removal of one of the mandatory Covid-19 tests for most travelers – and a more generous …
Read More »From Kenya, Sri Lanka to Turkey, Indians can travel to these countries on a tourist visa.
International Travel News: As many countries have now opened their borders to travelers from India, due to the improving Covid-19 situation in the country, people have already started planning their trips.Also read – Planning to travel to Canada from India? Here’s all you need to know After the deadly second …
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WASHINGTON – A gunman opened fire on a grocery store in Collierville, Tennessee on Thursday, killing one and injuring at least 12 others before killing himself, local police said. Collierville Police Chief Dale Lane told a news conference that police arrived at the Kroger store at 1:34 p.m. local time, …
Read More »Jet2 has restarted vacations and flights to Turkey and you can already book for half a term
Jet2 and Jet2holidays restart Turkey vacations after latest UK travel update saw the country redlisted ahead of new travel rule changes in October Jet2 resumed flights and vacations to Turkey ( Image: Getty Images) Jet2 and Jet2holidays have resumed vacations in Turkey after the popular destination was one of eight …
Read More »Mid-October Winter Sunshine: 9 Destinations You Can Visit With Flights From Doncaster Sheffield Airport, East Midlands And Manchester
If you are looking to take to the skies this year, you still have plenty of time; we’ve compiled a list of the best places to fly from Doncaster, East Midlands and Manchester Airport to soak up the winter sun. Updated travel restrictions were recently set and will go into …
Read More »Benguet suspends tourism and mass gatherings
NO TOURISTS AT THE MOMENT. Traditional tourist attractions in the Cordillera administrative region, such as the Banaue Rice Terraces in Ifugao, remain closed to tourists. The Department of Tourism (DOT) said Tuesday, March 16, 2021 that it is helping tourism players prepare to operate once local government units decide to …
Read More »More than 50% of Turks received 2 doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Turkey’s efforts in its COVID-19 vaccination program have gained momentum, and Health Minister Fahrettin Koca announced on Wednesday that one in two citizens are now fully vaccinated with two doses. The rate of people vaccinated with two doses in the general population exceeded 50% while their rate among the population …
Read More »Kenya has been removed from UK travel advisories red list
The UK removed Kenya from the red list of COVID-19 countries as of 4 a.m. on September 22, 2021. The lifting of the travel warning against Kenya is seen as a way forward to ease restrictions. travel restrictions as more countries around the world step up vaccination drives. The other …
Read More »Sri Lanka out of UK red list from tomorrow
UK abolishes ‘traffic light’ system; opts for a simpler regime for fully immunized arrivals Sri Lanka and seven other countries have been removed from the UK’s ‘Red List’ travel advisory from tomorrow, boosting the country’s tourism outlook. An AFP report said pandemic restrictions on travel to England and Scotland should …
Read More »Travel frenzy: wave of British tourists expected as Turkey leaves red list
Thousands of Britons are set to return to Turkey, one of their favorite vacation spots, after an upheaval in overseas travel rules sparked a booking frenzy. Britain on Friday simplified the rules for international travel to boost the tourism industry, including removing the need for fully vaccinated passengers to take …
Read More »Turkey hits 105 million COVID-19 jabs amid rising cases
Despite the increase in daily cases due to the highly contagious delta and mu variants, Turkey appears determined to eliminate the COVID-19 disease. The country has administered nearly 105 million vaccines against the coronavirus since the launch of a vaccination campaign in January, official figures showed on Sunday. Some 52.6 …
Read More »As popular Asia-Pacific tourist spots reopen, locals are optimistic but cautious
Popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia and the Pacific are starting to reopen their borders to international visitors, with measures in place to try to minimize the risk of further outbreaks. Key points: COVID closures have devastated tourism in Asia-Pacific Trials have started to allow tourists to visit with limits …
Read More »Chile, Fiji and South Africa ready for return travelers
(CNN) – Island communities around the world have seen varying fortunes this week, as some have restricted entry due to Covid outbreaks while others plan to reopen. Here’s our latest roundup of the biggest pandemic travel news. 1. Other island getaways have been added to the US ‘do not travel’ …
Read More »Kenya, seven more countries out of UK Covid-19 red list from next week
A car park transformed into a new international arrival unit at JKIA. [George Mulala, Standard] Kenya was removed from the British Covid-19 red list after six months. The British government announced Friday evening that Kenya, Egypt, Bangladesh, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Turkey will now move from the red …
Read More »Grant Shapps Travel Update – Live: Only the Red List will remain from October 4
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced a series of changes to the UK’s current international travel rules to make it easier for UK travelers. In a series of tweets, Shapps announced that double-vaccinated people will no longer have to take pre-departure Covid tests before returning to England from countries not …
Read More »Updated scheduled travel time today on red, green and orange list changes
Countries have been categorized as green, orange or red based on their Covid-19 risk (Photo: Getty Images) Switzerland, Canada and Denmark were among the seven countries added to the UK travel green list in the UK government’s latest update, opening up more non-quarantine holiday options for Britons. Strict rules remain …
Read More »Spain, France ban unvaccinated U.S. tourists (pandemic travel news)
(CNN) – Fall is almost here, we are approaching our seventh season of life with a pandemic, and yes, it still sucks. It doesn’t matter, though, as CNN Travel is here as always to sharpen your pencils, straighten your backpack, and educate you in our weekly roundup of the latest …
Read More »Schools reopen for in-person classes in Turkey – Manila Newsletter
ANKARA, Turkey – Educational institutions in Turkey reopened for in-person classes on Monday after a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and attendance was high on the first day in the capital Ankara. Children attend school under strict COVID-19 measures in Ankara, Turkey on September 6, 2021. Educational institutions …
Read More »The CDC has just added 6 more destinations to its level 4 “Avoid travel” list
With the increase in the number of COVID-19 across the world, the CDC and the US State Department have updated their list of travel advice. Last week, the agencies added Montenegro, Turkey, Dominica and Jersey (a British island) as Tier 4 destinations, joining other areas with “very high” transmission rates. …
Read More »While the UAE allows Indian tourist visas, here are the countries that have eased travel restrictions for India
New Delhi: With the decline of cases of the novel coronavirus across the world, many countries are reopening their doors to travelers, but with several rules and regulations in place. Indians, who wish to travel abroad, should keep various guidelines in mind, as several countries have formulated their own specific …
Read More »As the UAE approves Indian tourist visas, check out the list of countries Indians can travel to and the borders in place
As COVID-19 cases decline across the world, many countries are reopening their doors to travelers, but with several rules and regulations in place. The UAE has authorized tourist visas for Indian passport holders who have not been to the country in the past 14 days. The approval comes as the …
Read More »“Unvaccinated people in Turkey are most defenseless amid delta tension”
âThe delta variant has become the dominant strain in our country, as expected. Unvaccinated people are the most defenseless, âProf. AfÅin Emre Kayıpmaz told the Anadolu Agency (AA) on Sunday, urging Turkish citizens to get vaccinated as soon as possible. “The delta variant is twice as contagious, which is of …
Read More »bne IntelliNews – Turkey suspends leave for Antalya health workers “as influx of Russian tourists increases Covid infections”
Turkey has suspended annual leave for all health workers in the Mediterranean region of Antalya – the country’s most visited tourist area – until further notice as part of the latest efforts to limit the spread of the COVID virus. 19. The number of coronavirus cases in Antalya is at …
Read More »Large gap between Turkish cities in number of COVID-19 jabs
Faced with a spike in daily infections, Turkey continues its battle against the COVID-19 pandemic relentlessly as the country has surpassed the 75 million vaccine doses administered so far and could surpass 80 million soon enough, despite a gap between the east and the west of the country in terms …
Read More »New “amber plus” quarantine status for France – what does this mean?
French travelers fully vaccinated by the NHS expected the quarantine to end at 4 a.m. on July 19, in accordance with the relaxation of international travel rules that day. Instead, self-isolation will continue to be mandatory for arrivals from France and increase costs with an additional PCR test required on …
Read More »European nations impose incentives and penalties to boost fire | WIVT
ATHENS, Greece (AP) – European countries are working to scale up vaccination campaigns, using a carrot and stick approach to persuade those reluctant to get vaccinated, as the more transmissible delta variant leads to increased infections. Greece was the latest to enact new restrictions on Friday, requiring proof of vaccination …
Read More »Mallorca and Ibiza ‘safe for UK visitor destinations’ despite redlist fears
Government officials in the Balearic Islands have stressed the region is safe for British holidaymakers – despite an alarming rise in Covid infections. A travel expert has claimed that the cases of Covid in the Balearic Islands of Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera are now worse than some countries currently …
Read More »Travel if you wish, but take precautions because: “It is never fun to be sick on vacation”
Health experts are warning summer travelers to be on guard as new cases of COVID-19 rise across the country, vaccination rates stagnate and the highly contagious delta variant spreads across the world. Highways and airports are packed with travelers, as about 77% of Americans said they plan to take a …
Read More »Know the new rules before visiting popular West Bengal tourist destinations
With an increase in the number of tourists visiting popular West Bengal destinations, local governments in various parts of the state are asking local tourism players to ensure that only fully vaccinated travelers or those with COVID test reports -19 negatives are allowed to book hotels, lodges and homestays. Popular …
Read More »British tourists may return to Turkey soon – travel expert
Turkey may soon be back on the list of approved travel destinations for UK tourists, as the COVID-19 pandemic situation improves inside the country, a travel expert has said. âRecognizing the protection offered by two doses of vaccine, we will work with the travel industry to eliminate the need for …
Read More »In the middle of the July 4th boost, these foreign destinations open to American tourists | World news
Despite the ongoing coronavirus disease (Covid-19), Americans are expected to travel in large numbers this weekend to celebrate the Federal Day commemorating the United States’ Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776. The United States has vaccinated nearly half of their population, giving authorities the confidence to allow outdoor gatherings to …
Read More »Indonesian hospitals in the Covid crisis as parking lots turned into emergency rooms | Global health
SComing out of the glass wall of one of the emergency facilities at a Tangerang hospital, Benten, Uta Verina Maukar, 26, watched her mother lying on a bed. She texted her mom, telling her she was standing outside. Her mother looked at her from across the room and, with an …
Read More »Vaccines could kill summer in Russia’s most famous resort
SOCHI, Russia – Giant magnolia blossoms cover the trees along the quiet streets and a cool sea breeze moves the tops of the old cypress and palm tree alleys in the parks. At sunset, SUP and sailboats take off into the Pink Sea. Sochi has long been the best summer …
Read More »Visitors flock to Turkey, large rebound in foreign arrivals in May
The number of foreign visitors arriving in Turkey rebounded sharply in May from a year ago due to the so-called base effect as coronavirus-related travel restrictions are gradually eased across the world. Some 936,282 tourists arrived last month, a jump of 3,038% from 29,829 in May 2020, data from the …
Read More »Coronavirus UK news – live: hope for vacations abroad for vaccinated Britons
Government is “fairly cautious” of Green List countries, says George Eustice Boris Johnson has given hope to Britons who want to vacation abroad this summer, saying there is a “real opportunity to open travel” this summer for those who are fully vaccinated. The Prime Minister said: âI think the real …
Read More »Turkey welcomes tourists again in hopes of making up for losses – US News & World Report
VON MEHMET GUZEL and ZEYNEP BILGINSOY, Associated Press ANTALYA, Turkey (AP) – At the Ananas Hotel on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, rooms were cleaned, pool filled and sunbeds removed as staff prepared to welcome Russian tourists after nearly 20 months of pandemic closure. Hotels in Turkey’s popular Antalya region are set …
Read More »Indians can now travel to Russia, Turkey and other countries as COVID cases decline
New Delhi: As coronavirus cases continue to decline in India, after a protracted battle against the deadly second wave of COVID-19, several countries have opened their doors to travelers from India. So, it’s time to pack our bags and fly to our favorite place mates! Also read – 5 Quirky …
Read More »Island destinations prepare for the entry of foreign tourists
The country’s main leisure destinations are now stepping up vaccination of residents and frontline hotel residents to allow them to open up to more tourists, especially foreigners. Bohol province, for example, began vaccinating management and employees of hotels and resorts on Panglao Island over the weekend, after receiving 10,000 doses …
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June 19, 2021 Joe biden and Vladimir Poutine gathered in Geneva for a summit. It lasted less than four hours, but both men described it as constructive. The two sides agreed to fire their ambassadors, who were recalled earlier this year, and said they would work on further nuclear weapons …
Read More »Kennedy Space Center adjusts face mask policy
BREVARD COUNTY, Florida – The Kennedy Space Center visitor complex has adjusted its face mask policy, lifting the rule for fully vaccinated visitors. What would you like to know Kennedy Space Center updated face mask policy Vaccinated visitors are no longer required to wear masks The resort recently announced extended …
Read More »Where in Europe can American tourists travel this summer?
American tourists eager to visit any European country this summer have to wait a bit as many of these still have entry restrictions for third countries in place. Tourism has been significantly affected by the pandemic and, in an effort to restore the travel and tourism sector, European countries are …
Read More »CDC eases travel alerts for list of countries, including Japan
The CDC made the changes on Monday, slashing many countries from the agency’s highest warning level. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lowered travel warning levels this week for more than 110 countries and destinations. It comes as many parts of the world regularly vaccinate their populations, seeing an …
Read More »Portsmouth and Durham consider ending mask warrants
Mask warrants appear to be running their course in New Hampshire. Councilors for Portsmouth and Durham will next week consider proposals to reduce or completely cancel mask warrants in those communities. The proposals come amid a steady decline in Covid-19 cases across the region and state as more people get …
Read More »Turkey allows vaccinated tourists to skip tests
Share the article Last update 7 hours ago Entering Turkey has become much easier from June 1, 2021, as the Turkish government removes the need for PCR tests for those who can prove they are fully vaccinated. Essentially, any country can visit Turkey for non-essential travel and tourism, but as …
Read More »Countries keen to reopen for travel as pandemic recedes: Travel Weekly
Countries dependent on tourism are rushing to reopen borders and revive economies decimated by the pandemic. The World Travel & Tourism Council estimates that the sector lost nearly $ 4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs last year. Airlines alone lost $ 126 billion last year and are on track to …
Read More »Countries wishing to resume travel as pandemic recedes
Countries that depend on tourism are competing to reopen their borders and revive their economies ravaged by the pandemic. The World Travel and Tourism Council estimates that the sector lost nearly $ 4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs last year. Airlines alone lost $ 126 billion last year and are …
Read More »Countries keen to reopen for travel as pandemic recedes
Countries dependent on tourism are rushing to reopen borders and revive economies decimated by the pandemic. The World Travel & Tourism Council estimates that the sector lost nearly $ 4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs last year. Airlines alone lost $ 126 billion last year and are on track to …
Read More »Countries around the world eager to reopen after pandemic
Countries around the world are taking different approaches to reopen to travel after more than a year of virtual lockdown in most countries around the world. WASHINGTON – Tourism-dependent countries are rushing to reopen their borders and revive economies decimated by the pandemic. The World Travel & Tourism Council estimates …
Read More »Near Olympics, Japan Receives ‘Level 4: Do Not Travel’ Advisory From US State Department
(CNN) – The Tokyo Olympics, postponed to 2020 at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, face more and more obstacles to putting on a show in 2021. The latest worrying sign of the Summer Games came on Monday when the State Department advised US citizens not to travel to Japan …
Read More »US warns Americans not to travel to Japan because Olympics are nearby – Pasadena Star News
Forest Brown and Michael K. Callahan CNN The Tokyo Olympics, which were postponed to early 2020 from the Covid-19 pandemic, face more and more obstacles to host the 2021 show. The latest annoying sign of the Summer Olympics came on Monday when the State Department advised the US State Department …
Read More »Tourist destinations provide vaccines to visitors | Way of life
Some tourist destinations offer coronavirus vaccines to visitors, in hopes of enticing travelers to visit and join a fully vaccinated companion. According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of Monday, 47% of adults were fully vaccinated and nearly 60% had been vaccinated at least once. …
Read More »Israel allows 20 small groups of foreign tourists to enter as virus subsides
Israel officially opened its borders to small groups of vaccinated or recovered tourists from Sunday in a pilot program, as the number of new daily COVID-19 cases in the country fell to just a dozen. The move comes as the health ministry issued a serious travel warning for Israelis to …
Read More »COVID-19 – The six tourist destinations in the city of Bandung closed until June 1
Bandung, W Java (ANTARA) – The Bandung City Government’s COVID-19 Task Force has announced the temporary closure of the city’s six tourist destinations from May 23 to June 1, 2021 to stop crowds that could trigger an increase cases of COVID-19. Temporarily closed tourist and entertainment destinations include Bandung Zoological …
Read More »More patients die in Africa, Nepal faces bed and oxygen shortage
School mobile clinic van parked in front of Bonang Community Health Center in South Africa | Photographer: Waldo Swiegers | Bloomberg Text size: A- A + New Delhi: The Covid-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc around the world. The latest tally is over 16,58,66,568 cases and 34,45,199 deaths. As Nepal …
Read More »COVID in Turkey now | Is Turkey Putting Profit Over The Safety Of Its People In The COVID-19 Pandemic?
File Photo: People wearing masks to help protect against the spread of the coronavirus, walk on a street in Turkey & nbsp | & nbspPhoto credit: & nbspAP From the moment the COVID-19 pandemic put an end to international travel, Turkey was determined to be the first to open up …
Read More »List of countries announcing a flight ban and travel restrictions from India
As India battles the massive surge in coronavirus cases in the second wave of COVID-19, many countries have resorted to the travel ban from the country. In March 2020, India announced the halt of all scheduled international commercial flights due to the national lockdown and since then regular operations have …
Read More »US medical aid en route to virus-infected India
U.S. flights carrying urgent coronavirus aid to India were on their way Thursday, the White House said, as health officials reported another record number of new cases across the country. The United States will provide more than $ 100 million in supplies for overworked hospitals and frontline healthcare workers in …
Read More »Israel tightens entry rules for high infection countries
Israel is tightening entry regulations as part of efforts to prevent new strains of the coronavirus from entering the country through Ben-Gurion International Airport, coronavirus czar Professor Nachman Ash told Ynet on Wednesday. Ash said ministers were due to vote virtually Wednesday on new measures to help prevent the entry …
Read More »Saga PLC in talks with lenders as tours remain suspended due to coronavirus restrictions
Year-end net debt stood at £ 785million, up £ 139million since the end of July after the delivery of the Spirit of Adventure cruise ship Saga PLC (LON: SAGA) said he would post an underlying profit for the full year, but added that he has entered talks with his lenders …
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