Tourism News
Fiji latest destination to reopen to tourism
The island paradise of Fiji, known for its incredible scenery and warm, welcoming people, will be open to visitors once again starting this December.
The Bahamas takes on new UK PR representation
Finn Partners has been appointed by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation to provide public relations services for the islands in the United Kingdom.
Bartlett leads Jamaica delegation to Dubai Expo 2020
Jamaica minister of tourism, Edmund Bartlett, has embarked on an oversees tour to boost the recovering travel sector in the Caribbean. His first port-of-call will be the United Arab Emirates.
Saudi Arabia unveils plans for the Rig tourism project
Inspired by offshore oil platforms, the development will be located in the Arabian Gulf and will span a combined total area of more than 150,000 square meters.
Singapore Airlines to return A380 to service next month
Singapore Airlines has confirmed the return of its Airbus A380 aircraft from November 19th. The superjumbo will be deployed on a daily return services between London and Singapore.
Lateral flow tests for international travellers coming next week
Fully-vaccinated international passengers arriving in England from countries not on the red list will be able to take a lateral flow test from October 24th, the government has said.
WTTC blames UK government for slow tourism recovery
The World Travel & Tourism Council has argued the year-on-year recovery in the UK may only claw back a third, while international travel spending continues to plummet.
Air Astana returns to Thailand as market reopens
Air Astana continues to expand its international network, with the launch of twice weekly direct flights from Almaty to the tropical island of Phuket in Thailand.
United States to reopen land borders in November
The destination has restricted travel from its northern and southern neighbours since March last year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. No firm date was given for the move.
South Africa keen to attract British travellers following quarantine change
British travellers can now visit South Africa without requiring hotel quarantine upon return following a loosening of travel restrictions. The country is also reopening to international visitors.
Government cuts travel red list to seven countries
The UK government has confirmed 47 countries and territories will be removed from its red list, making it easier for more people to travel abroad to a larger number of countries and territories.
Foreign Office removes advice against travel to host of destinations
The Foreign Office has lifted its advice against ‘all but essential’ travel to 32 countries. The change means people will be able to travel to a larger number of destinations with greater ease.