UNWTO And WHO To Build Coalition Of Health And Tourism Partners
UNWTO will work with the WHO Regional Office for Europe (WHO/Europe) to strengthen ties between tourism and public health in Europe’s smallest states. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the importance of building more sustainability and resilience in both economies and public health systems. Recognizing the need to learn from the lessons of the crisis, the two […]
UK considers tougher testing for international arrivals as virus variants spread
LONDON (Reuters) – Britain is greater testing of all individuals who have arrived from overseas whereas they are self-isolating to defend against new variants of the virus that causes COVID-19, a minister mentioned on Tuesday. Airlines have been brought to their knees by the pandemic, with travel restrictions forcing once fast-growing manufacturers like Norwegian to […]
Covid-19: Easing of restrictions in Ontario, parts of Canada’s most populous province
OTTAWA: Ontario announced Monday a gradual easing of pandemic restrictions in parts of Canada’s most populous province, however stated Toronto would remain shut down for at least two more weeks. The loosening of the province’s lockdown, in place since Dec 26, comes after COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations dropped. Quebec, Alberta, and Nova Scotia also moved […]
Choice of “Vaccination or quarantine” for all travelers to Australia
Vaccination against COVID-19 is expected to be mandatory for all travelers to Australia when international travel resumes until inbound passengers are willing to pay for 14 days of quarantine at a hotel or other government-approved facility. The ‘vaccination or quarantine’ choice was flagged over the weekend by Stuart Robert, Minister for Government Services, who added that the government […]
UK ministers look into Covid ‘vaccine passport’ plan
The government is exploring the idea of documentation that would allow travelers to show they have been vaccinated against coronavirus, the Foreign Office minister James Cleverly has stated. Boris Johnson’s spokesperson had previously denied there were any plans for “vaccine passports” – but officials have now been asked to look at how individuals may comply […]
Germany gear up for Extreme Winter Weather, DWD Issued non-essential Travel Warning
German forecaster on Saturday stated the nation should brace itself for snowstorms and plummeting temperatures. DWD, the German Weather Service, issued an extreme weather warning, saying emergency crews had been put on standby. The DWD also warned against non-essential travel, Some rail services in central and northern Germany have been axed. The meteorologists warned of heavy snowfall […]
IATA considers launching of e-travel pass in March 2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) plans to launch its IATA Travel Pass in March 2021, Al-Ittihad newspaper reported, citing Muhammad Albakri, IATA’s Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East. He mentioned that the association is currently testing the mobile app in cooperation with Etihad Airways, Emirates Airlines, and Qatar Airways, indicating that […]
Vaccinated travelers can skip the quarantine process, Estonia
Estonia has announced that it will be waiving mandatory quarantine requirements for travelers who’re able to show that they have recovered from COVID-19, or have been vaccinated against the virus. It added that going ahead, it can accept vaccinations from 9 global suppliers, and not just from the three that were approved by the European […]
Canada stops cruise vessels in all Canadian waters till at least Feb. 2022
The Canadian government on Thursday announced a ban on all cruise vessels in Canadian waters till at least the end of Feb. 2022. The order applies to ships carrying more than 100 individuals in any Canadian waters, as well as all “adventure-seeking” pleasure craft — e.g., smaller boats for non-commercial use — in Canada’s Arctic waters, with […]
Perth open again after five-day lockdown lifts in WA
Western Australia has lifted the five-day snap lockdown imposed on Perth and surrounding areas, however, restrictions stay in place for locals. The lockdown ended at 6 pm local time on Feb 5 after Mr. McGowan and Health Minister Roger Cook earlier urged Western Australians to get back out and assist local businesses and cafes.”I’d urge […]
