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Israel to reopen to vaccinated tourists
The Israel ministry of tourism has announced that the country will be accepting individually vaccinated tourists from November 1st. Entry will be subject to proof of vaccination.
Travel trade issues mixed response to 2021 UK budget
The travel industry has given a mixed response to the budget delivered by chancellor Rishi Sunak earlier, with praise for business rates relief, but concerns over changes to Air Passenger Duty.
Emirates offers Maldives long-term commitment at Expo 2020
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chief executive of Emirates Group, met Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, president of the Republic of the Maldives, at the Emirates Pavilion in Expo 2020.
Bartlett argues smaller businesses key to tourism success
A backbone of smaller businesses will be vital to boosting resilience in the hospitality sector, according to Jamaica minister of tourism, Edmund Bartlett.
Blue Origin reveals plans for new space station
Blue Origin and Sierra Space have announced plans for Orbital Reef, a commercially developed, owned and operated space station to be built in low Earth orbit.
Airlines to check vaccination status as US borders reopen
Officials in the United States have outlined new rules for foreign travellers, as flight restrictions lift for the first time since the pandemic began in early 2020.
Abu Dhabi signs John Cena for new tourism campaign
The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi has hired John Cena for a new tourism campaign. The work encourages travellers to book a trip to the United Arab Emirates’ capital – stat
White Beach welcomes new events partnership
A blockbuster event partnership has been announced, combining Ibizan powerhouse the Night League and the White Beach in Dubai.
Ain Dubai welcomes first guests in Middle East
Ain Dubai, the largest and tallest observation wheel in the world, has welcomed its first visitors. The inaugural ride took place at 14:00 for eager guests who had pre-booked.
Kenya leads World Travel Awards winners in Africa and Indian Ocean
World Travel Awards – the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in travel and tourism – has unveiled its Africa and Indian Ocean 2021 winners.
VisitBritain reveals importance of football to tourism sector
New research from national tourism agency VisitBritain demonstrates the increasing importance of football in driving inbound tourism to the UK and in boosting visitor spending.
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Hospitality leads economic recovery in the UK
Hospitality businesses outpaced the rest of the UK economy for the first time in more than nine years during September, according to the latest Lloyds Bank UK Recovery Tracker.