Tourism News
Which? warns UK beach breaks may cost more this summer
Holidaymakers face paying more for a UK seaside break this summer as a snapshot investigation suggests some accommodation prices have risen by an average of 35 per cent.
UNWTO: A third of destinations completely closed to tourism
The emergence of new variants of the Covid-19 virus has prompted many governments to reverse efforts to ease restrictions on travel, according to new UNWTO research.
Saint Lucia joins International Women’s Day celebrations
People across the world are encouraged to add the hashtag #SheisSaintLucia to name, honour and celebrate the women in their lives and communities who inspire them.
Palm Jumeirah hospitality staff receive Covid-19 vaccination
More than 10,000 staff members from 20 hotels located on Palm Jumeirah received their first and second doses of Covid-19 vaccine at their respective workplaces last month.
Cyprus to welcome vaccinated Brits from May
UK government travel restrictions will still be in force, with prime minister Boris Johnson saying travel will not be permitted until May 17th at the earliest.
Seychelles to reopen to tourism this month
The announcement was made by the minister for foreign affairs and tourism, Sylvestre Radegonde, in a press briefing with the Seychelles Tourism Board.
Full tourism recovery may take until 2023 says Bloomberg Intelligence
Companies relying on business-related travel face ongoing challenges from a switch to remote working which will have a knock-on effect on other consumer and real estate businesses.
Inghams cancels all trips until mid-May
The company's summer programme takes in many European destinations and Canada, including a dedicated self-guided and escorted tours programme.
Universal resumes work on Epic Universe following Covid-19 shutdown
Work is resuming on the new Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe following a slowdown following the Covid-19 pandemic. Work on the park paused in July.
Mixed response to Budget from UK travel sector
The UK tourism industry had broadly welcomed the Budget delivered by chancellor Rishi Sunak – but there were also calls for more tailored support for high street travel agents.
Madeira to open up to vaccinated tourists
Since the start of the pandemic, the archipelago of Madeira has been considered one of the safest destinations in Europe and has been widely praised for its handling of the Covid-19 crisis.
Government announces local tourist board funding review
The investigation will examine how destination management organisations perform their roles and whether there may be a more efficient model for supporting tourism at a regional level.