Tourism News Page 62
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.
WTTC calls for quicker reopening of UK tourism sector
The trade body has warned that nearly £27 billion will be lost from the UK economy if the government delays restarting international travel until May 17th.
Go Turkey selects the PC Agency for UK representation
Go Turkey has selected travel consultancy the PC Agency to represent it for public relations and travel trade representation in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Barbados forges ahead with Covid-19 vaccination plan
With over 25,000 people – approximately 12.5 per cent of the adult population – receiving their first shot, Barbados leads the way as the most vaccinated country in the Caribbean.
Covid-19 hits Chinese New Year domestic travel
Data from ForwardKeys reveals that domestic air travel in China during New Year was 69 per cent down on the equivalent period in 2019, when travel was at normal, pre-pandemic levels.
-410x250.jpg)
MPs urge chancellor to support tourism sector
The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Hospitality and Tourism is urging the chancellor to provide decisive financial support to protect sector businesses crucial to communities around the UK.
Skyscanner finds flight prices may fall by a third for summer trips
Skyscanner has released a detailed breakdown of the emerging trends for summer 2021 following an uptick in bookings – with prices falling for trips to Spain, Italy, Greece and elsewhere.
Bear Grylls Explorers Camp opens in Ras Al Khaimah
RAK Leisure has announced the first Bear Grylls branded accommodation in the world is now available to book. The camp is situated on Jebel Jais, the highest mountain in the UAE.