https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/uk inbound tourism/ Uk Inbound Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T12:31:42+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-bombay-sapphire-distillery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-bombay-sapphire-distillery/ Bombay Sapphire Distillery is home to the famous spirit and also maintains a fascinating history all of its own. Here Breaking Travel News finds out more Mon, 05 Dec 2022 05:58:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uks-tourism-sect-to-create-700000-jobs-over-the-next-decade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uks-tourism-sect-to-create-700000-jobs-over-the-next-decade/ A new report from the World Travel & Tourism Council’s predicts the UK’s tourism sector will create nearly 700,000 new jobs over the next decade. Wed, 18 May 2022 12:23:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reports-recovery-in-outbound-uk-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reports-recovery-in-outbound-uk-tourism/ New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council shows flight bookings for UK outbound travel to some of the most popular summer sun destinations have bounced back. Fri, 01 Apr 2022 10:03:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-failing-to-capitalise-on-major-events-according-to-new-report/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-failing-to-capitalise-on-major-events-according-to-new-report/ The UK is failing to fully capitalise on the opportunities and benefits of hosting major cultural and sporting events because of “a lack of overall vision and direction from the government,” it was argued today. Wed, 16 Mar 2022 11:04:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/warm-praise-for-industry-as-government-scraps-covid-19-travel-rules/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/warm-praise-for-industry-as-government-scraps-covid-19-travel-rules/ The travel trade has warmly welcomed news all remaining Covid-19 restrictions, including the passenger locator form, will be dropped in England at 04:00 on Friday. Tue, 15 Mar 2022 11:41:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-to-scrap-all-remaining-covid-19-travel-measures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-to-scrap-all-remaining-covid-19-travel-measures/ Transport secretary, Grant Shapps, has confirmed that all remaining Covid-19 travel measures will be scrapped in the coming days, including the passenger locator form. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:35:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-aircraft-shut-out-of-global-airspace/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-aircraft-shut-out-of-global-airspace/ The European Union, Canada and the UK are among the countries to have banned Russian planes from the airspace in response to the invasion of Ukraine. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 07:43:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st.-regis-headed-for-london-following-latest-signing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st.-regis-headed-for-london-following-latest-signing/ Marriott has signed a management agreement with Cola Holdings and the Westbury Hotel to bring the storied St. Regis brand to a well-heeled area of Mayfair, London. Fri, 25 Feb 2022 04:41:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukhospitality-welcomes-lifting-of-covid-19-restrictions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukhospitality-welcomes-lifting-of-covid-19-restrictions/ UKHospitality chief executive, Kate Nicholls, has welcomed plans unveiled by the government to end virtually all Covid-19 restrictions in the UK. Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:49:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-uk-tourism-on-path-to-recovery-in-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-uk-tourism-on-path-to-recovery-in-2022/ The industry is expected to make a £192 billion contribution to the economy this year, though this is still down by a fifth on pre-pandemic levels. Mon, 14 Feb 2022 07:12:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/guernsey-to-drop-covid-19-protocols-next-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/guernsey-to-drop-covid-19-protocols-next-week/ All border restrictions are being dropped from next Thursday, along with the requirement to complete a Travel Tracker for those travelling into the islands. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:48:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/voco-st.-johns-solihull-reopens-following-renovations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/voco-st.-johns-solihull-reopens-following-renovations/ voco St. John’s, Solihull has reopened following the signing of an exclusive contract and a series of transformative refurbishments. The property is home to 201-rooms. Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:50:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-and-leisure-sector-continues-to-bounce-back/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-and-leisure-sector-continues-to-bounce-back/ Profit warnings issued by FTSE travel and leisure companies fell to their lowest level in seven years in 2021 despite the sector experiencing another challenging year, according to a new report. Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:40:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-calls-on-international-tourists-to-visit-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-calls-on-international-tourists-to-visit-uk/ Prime minister, Boris Johnson, has called on international tourists to visit the UK and enjoy the sights and sounds of “one of the most open countries in Europe”. Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:42:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/covid-19-tests-scrapped-for-england-arrivals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/covid-19-tests-scrapped-for-england-arrivals/ Travellers touching down in England will no longer have to take Covid-19 tests if they are fully vaccinated against the virus, the government has confirmed. Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:42:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-to-maintain-slot-alleviation-rules-over-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-to-maintain-slot-alleviation-rules-over-summer/ The government will extend the airport slots rules alleviation for the summer season. Officials said the measures are designed to support the aviation industry as demand for international travel returns. Mon, 24 Jan 2022 10:31:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pre-departure-travel-covid-19-scrapped-in-england/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pre-departure-travel-covid-19-scrapped-in-england/ Boris Johnson has confirmed pre-departure travel Covid-19 tests to enter England from overseas will be scrapped from Friday. PCR test on arrival have also been replaced by lateral flow requirements. Wed, 05 Jan 2022 16:17:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunak-unveils-1bn-support-for-uk-hospitality-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunak-unveils-1bn-support-for-uk-hospitality-sector/ Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled a £1 billion fund designed to support the UK hospitality sector as the Omicron variant of Covid-19 disrupts the festive season. Tue, 21 Dec 2021 14:58:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-relaxation-of-covid-19-testing-requirements/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-relaxation-of-covid-19-testing-requirements/ ABTA has joined calls for a relaxation of testing requirements for travellers to and from the UK. The body has also issued a plea for financial support as bookings slip in response to restrictions. Wed, 15 Dec 2021 09:17:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-removes-red-list-destinations-as-omicron-spreads/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-removes-red-list-destinations-as-omicron-spreads/ Hotel quarantine had been reintroduced for travellers from a number of destinations in southern Africa earlier this month in an attempt to slow the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19. Wed, 15 Dec 2021 01:21:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nigeria-added-to-red-list-for-england-arrivals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nigeria-added-to-red-list-for-england-arrivals/ The change means UK and Irish citizens and residents arriving from Nigeria must isolate in a government-approved managed quarantine facility for ten days on arrival. Sun, 05 Dec 2021 09:46:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-to-reintroduce-pre-departure-covid-19-testing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-to-reintroduce-pre-departure-covid-19-testing/ The government has confirmed all UK arrivals must once again show proof of a negative PCR or lateral flow test before they will be permitted entry. The new rules come into effect on Tuesday. Sun, 05 Dec 2021 09:29:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-no-christmas-rebound-for-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-no-christmas-rebound-for-tourism-sector/ UKinbound has released stark new figures indicating that its members expect international visitors to be down 75 per cent in November and December, compared to 2019. Tue, 30 Nov 2021 10:07:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-confirms-uk-arrivals-will-require-pcr-test/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-confirms-uk-arrivals-will-require-pcr-test/ Boris Johnson has confirmed travellers touching down in the UK will require a PCR test on arrival. The move comes as authorities seek to contain the spread of a new Covid-19 variant, known as Omicron. Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:02:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-red-list-additions-as-omicron-fears-grow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-red-list-additions-as-omicron-fears-grow/ Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Angola have been added to the travel red list for arrivals into England as fears over a new variant of Covid-19 grow. Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:02:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-leads-red-list-additions-as-new-covid-19-variant-identified/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-leads-red-list-additions-as-new-covid-19-variant-identified/ The government has reintroduced red list restrictions on arrivals from South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe and Namibia with immediate effect. Fri, 26 Nov 2021 08:55:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-to-partially-fund-two-domestic-routes-from-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-to-partially-fund-two-domestic-routes-from-london/ The government has confirmed it will provide up to £4.3 million to fund direct flights between London and Newquay, and London and Dundee. It is hoped a flights will create hundreds of jobs. Tue, 23 Nov 2021 01:11:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quarantine-rules-removed-for-under-18s-entering-england/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quarantine-rules-removed-for-under-18s-entering-england/ From November 22nd, younger travellers will be treated as fully vaccinated at the border and will be exempt from self-isolation requirements on arrival, day eight testing and pre-departure testing. Tue, 09 Nov 2021 10:35:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/remaining-countries-removed-from-england-red-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/remaining-countries-removed-from-england-red-list/ The remaining seven destinations on the red list - Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Haiti, Panama, Peru and Venezuela - will be removed from Monday. Thu, 28 Oct 2021 17:12:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-trade-issues-mixed-response-to-2021-uk-budget/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Thu, 28 Oct 2021 06:54:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-reveals-importance-of-football-to-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:37:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-leads-economic-recovery-in-the-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:27:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lateral-flow-tests-for-international-travellers-coming-next-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Fri, 15 Oct 2021 06:20:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-blames-uk-government-for-slow-tourism-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:44:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-to-return-to-london-via-darwin-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-to-return-to-london-via-darwin-next-month/ Qantas has confirmed it will operate its flagship direct route from Australia to London via Darwin when international flights resume next month with the reopening of the border. Sat, 09 Oct 2021 07:56:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-centric-cambridge-takes-brand-into-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-centric-cambridge-takes-brand-into-uk/ Hyatt Hotels has welcomed the debut of Hyatt Centric Cambridge. The opening marks the debut of the Hyatt Centric brand in the country and the tenth Hyatt hotel in the UK. Tue, 05 Oct 2021 05:58:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/baldwins-travel-takeover-deal-secures-future/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/baldwins-travel-takeover-deal-secures-future/ A multi-million-pound takeover of Baldwins Travel by business group Inc & Co has been completed. The new company says the deal secures the travel agency’s high-street presence. Wed, 15 Sep 2021 08:49:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-uk-switzerland-deal-boosts-healthcare-for-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-uk-switzerland-deal-boosts-healthcare-for-travellers/ The UK and Switzerland have signed an agreement designed to benefit citizens who live and work abroad in either country. Travellers will be able to receive healthcare and other benefits. Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:31:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-warns-uk-government-travel-businesses-will-go-bust-in-days/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-warns-uk-government-travel-businesses-will-go-bust-in-days/ The World Travel & Tourism Council has warned the UK government that, with the furlough scheme coming to an end, it has just 30 days left to save travel businesses which are struggling to survive. Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:45:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canada-leads-new-green-list-additions-for-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canada-leads-new-green-list-additions-for-uk/ Canada has led a number of destinations added to the green list for arrivals into the UK. Also added are Denmark, Finland, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Switzerland and the Azores. Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:39:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-critical-of-new-green-list-update/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-critical-of-new-green-list-update/ The travel trade has issued a negative response to the latest green list update for arrivals into the UK. Insiders called for a wider reopening and lower cost tests ahead as soon as possible. Fri, 27 Aug 2021 03:59:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/forum-birmingham-prepares-for-opening-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/forum-birmingham-prepares-for-opening-next-month/ Forum Birmingham throws open its doors for the first time on Friday, September 3rd with a huge line-up that sets a high standard from the off. Wed, 25 Aug 2021 11:28:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-marston-park-somerset/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-marston-park-somerset/ Opening earlier this year, Marston Park is a luxury camping experience in south-west England. Situated on the outskirts of Frome, the location is a hub for creativity, relaxation and spontaneity. Here Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, finds out more Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:06:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-removes-non-existent-testing-companies-from-official-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-removes-non-existent-testing-companies-from-official-list/ A total of 57 companies will be removed from the official list of test providers as they no longer exist or do not provide day two and day eight testing. A further 82 have been warned about misleading pricing. Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:22:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kew-gardens-tops-england-visitor-attraction-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kew-gardens-tops-england-visitor-attraction-list/ Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, was the most visited paid for attraction in England last year with 1.2 million visitors, the first time a garden has taken the top spot. Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:34:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-rebuilds-uk-connections-as-restrictions-ease/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-rebuilds-uk-connections-as-restrictions-ease/ Emirates is responding to a spike in travel demand across its network through the scaling up of its operations. By October, the airline will increase its services to 73 weekly flights to the UK. Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:35:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-boosts-uk-connections/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-boosts-uk-connections/ Delta is making it easier for trans-Atlantic families and friends to reunite in England as it ramps up service to offer nearly 30 weekly flights to London Heathrow this autumn. Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:45:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-urges-government-to-scrap-traffic-light-system/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-urges-government-to-scrap-traffic-light-system/ The body urges officials to replace it with a simpler to understand list of green and red countries. This would simplify a system which has become discredited over recent months, the WTTC said. Thu, 05 Aug 2021 10:36:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/domestic-demand-leads-resurgence-in-uk-hotel-bookings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/domestic-demand-leads-resurgence-in-uk-hotel-bookings/ Hotel bookings in the UK have reached their highest level since the start of the pandemic, according to the World Hotel Index from SiteMinder. Demand has been led by domestic travellers. Thu, 05 Aug 2021 09:14:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-joins-amber-list-as-part-of-modest-reopening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-joins-amber-list-as-part-of-modest-reopening/ The government has confirmed that arrivals from France to England will no longer need to quarantine if they are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Thu, 05 Aug 2021 06:43:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-boosts-us-connections-as-restrictions-loosen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-boosts-us-connections-as-restrictions-loosen/ The move follows a “huge increase” in interest in travel to London following a government decision that quarantine restrictions would be lifted for fully-vaccinated US and EU customers. Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:31:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/birmingham-seeks-to-maximise-tourism-impact-of-commonwealth-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/birmingham-seeks-to-maximise-tourism-impact-of-commonwealth-games/ A programme to maximise the long-term economic impact made by the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has been unveiled. The plan will operate from early 2021 until the end of 2023. Fri, 30 Jul 2021 06:08:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-offers-broad-support-to-england-reopening-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-offers-broad-support-to-england-reopening-plans/ The hospitality sector has given warm support to a loosening of travel restrictions in England announced by the government. The cruise sector is also set to rebound as international trips restart. Thu, 29 Jul 2021 08:33:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-boosts-london-flights-as-restrictions-loosen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-boosts-london-flights-as-restrictions-loosen/ In August, United will have six daily flights between the United States and London, including a second daily flight from Washington, D.C. and increasing service from Houston to daily. Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:01:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fully-vaccinated-travellers-to-skip-england-quarantine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fully-vaccinated-travellers-to-skip-england-quarantine/ Fully vaccinated travellers from the European Union and United States will be able to avoid quarantine when arriving in England, the government has confirmed. Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:26:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-confirms-reopening-of-international-cruise-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-confirms-reopening-of-international-cruise-sector/ Transport secretary, Grant Shapps, has confirmed a ban on international cruises docking in the UK will be lifted. The policy has been in place since last July, and is due to be lifted on August 2nd. Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:03:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-calls-for-end-to-quarantine-for-vaccinated-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-calls-for-end-to-quarantine-for-vaccinated-travellers/ The new comes as the government reportedly prepares to remove quarantine for fully vaccinated travellers from amber list countries in the coming weeks. Wed, 28 Jul 2021 09:04:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-uk-economic-recovery-hindered-by-border-closures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-uk-economic-recovery-hindered-by-border-closures/ The economic revival of the UK is being hampered by the lack of inbound travel while flights to amber list countries take off, says the World Travel & Tourism Council. Tue, 27 Jul 2021 13:49:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-business-continue-recovery-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-business-continue-recovery-in-june/ June saw the output of UK hospitality businesses grow at the fastest rate in nine years, as more consumers took advantage of lockdown-easing, according to the Lloyds Bank UK Recovery Tracker. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 09:55:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-urges-travellers-to-avoid-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-urges-travellers-to-avoid-uk/ The US Centres for Disease Control & Prevention earlier placed Britain on level four, the highest level of risk. The CDC said in a statement: “Avoid travel to the United Kingdom.” Tue, 20 Jul 2021 11:28:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-excluded-from-amber-list-quarantine-easing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-excluded-from-amber-list-quarantine-easing/ Government officials have now confirmed fully jabbed travellers returning to England and Wales from France will still have to quarantine from Monday. Sat, 17 Jul 2021 10:14:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-travellers-skipping-uk-as-borders-remain-closed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-travellers-skipping-uk-as-borders-remain-closed/ The status of the UK as the most visited destination for US tourists in Europe is threatened by the mandatory quarantine on arrival, according to new research. Tue, 13 Jul 2021 10:26:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beach-check-expands-to-new-locations-across-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beach-check-expands-to-new-locations-across-uk/ The app allows visitors to check the status of a beach before they arrive in order to avoid congestion and to encourage them to discover nearby beaches that are quieter and less crowded. Tue, 06 Jul 2021 03:31:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-warns-of-lost-summer-if-borders-remain-closed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-warns-of-lost-summer-if-borders-remain-closed/ UK families face yet another ‘lost summer’ thanks to the traffic light system, quarantines, costly Covid-19 tests and confusing travel rules and regulations, argues the World Travel & Tourism Council. Fri, 02 Jul 2021 10:01:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quiet-site-to-welcome-new-accommodations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quiet-site-to-welcome-new-accommodations/ The Quiet Site, an award-winning carbon neutral holiday park in Cumbria’s Lake District, will be opening 15 new accommodations by September. Tue, 29 Jun 2021 11:39:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-growth-contributes-to-uk-economic-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-growth-contributes-to-uk-economic-recovery/ Businesses that have borne the brunt of Covid-19 restrictions helped the economic recovery to accelerate in the UK during May, according to the latest Lloyds Bank UK Recovery Tracker. Mon, 21 Jun 2021 09:30:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/latitude-to-mark-start-of-summer-season-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/latitude-to-mark-start-of-summer-season-in-uk/ Latitude has confirmed it will become the first major festival to take place in the UK and in a powerful statement of intent, the festival continues to add world-class names to the bill. Sat, 19 Jun 2021 07:48:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-latest-plea-for-financial-support/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-latest-plea-for-financial-support/ Analysis from ABTA estimates that 195,000 people working in the UK travel industry have either lost their job or are at risk of losing their job due to the Covid-19 crisis. Fri, 18 Jun 2021 09:07:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-unveils-new-summer-domestic-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-unveils-new-summer-domestic-routes/ The airline is adding three new UK airports to its domestic network, which includes launching operations from Belfast City Airport for the first time to London Gatwick. Thu, 17 Jun 2021 08:45:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/passenger-limits-on-uk-cruises-to-remain/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/passenger-limits-on-uk-cruises-to-remain/ Limits on the number of passengers permitted onboard cruise ships operating in UK waters will remain in place until at least the middle of next month. Wed, 16 Jun 2021 08:41:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disappointment-as-lockdown-restrictions-are-extended/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disappointment-as-lockdown-restrictions-are-extended/ Boris Johnson has announced that the full reopening of the hospitality sector will be delayed by four weeks, until July 19th. Restrictions will thus remain in place at pubs, restaurants and stadiums. Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:20:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukhospitality-warns-of-job-losses-if-covid-19-restrictions-are-extended/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukhospitality-warns-of-job-losses-if-covid-19-restrictions-are-extended/ The government must stick to its roadmap and lift all restrictions on June 21st or risk further jeopardising the future of thousands of hospitality businesses, UKHospitality has warned. Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:45:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/calls-for-financial-support-if-unlocking-is-delayed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/calls-for-financial-support-if-unlocking-is-delayed/ Prime minister, Boris Johnson, is due to reveal whether the final step in the easing of Covid-19 restrictions can be taken on Monday. However, with cases rising, doubts are beginning to creep in. Fri, 11 Jun 2021 09:59:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atlantic-charter-receives-lukewarm-response-from-uk-travel-trade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atlantic-charter-receives-lukewarm-response-from-uk-travel-trade/ Prime minister Boris Johnson and president Biden are expected to agree to work to relaunch UK-US travel as soon as possible through a new travel taskforce. Thu, 10 Jun 2021 08:30:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-plans-for-travel-day-of-action/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-plans-for-travel-day-of-action/ The move, designed to pressure the government into a safe return to international travel, comes as patience runs thin with incompetence and indecision in Westminster. Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:10:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-seeks-tourism-leverage-from-g7-summit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-seeks-tourism-leverage-from-g7-summit/ Britain as a visitor destination will be in the global media spotlight with the G7 Summit in Cornwall fast approaching and VisitBritain is taking the opportunity to inspire future travel. Mon, 07 Jun 2021 10:52:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heathrow-opens-dedicated-red-list-arrivals-terminal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heathrow-opens-dedicated-red-list-arrivals-terminal/ Hotel quarantine for arrivals from the most dangerous destinations has been required for nearly four months, and there had been concerns of passengers mixing in queues during immigration. Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:12:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/patel-unveils-plans-for-uk-esta-style-system/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/patel-unveils-plans-for-uk-esta-style-system/ The home secretary claimed the new programme would help the government to count numbers of people entering and leaving the UK accurately for the first time. Tue, 25 May 2021 08:40:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-domestic-tourism-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-domestic-tourism-campaign/ The ‘Escape the Everyday’ campaign, which first launched in autumn 2020, highlights the quality destinations, visitor attractions and experiences on offer across the UK to build back demand for breaks. Fri, 21 May 2021 08:55:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-sector-begins-economic-recovery-in-the-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-sector-begins-economic-recovery-in-the-uk/ The number of UK sectors reporting output growth rose to pre-pandemic levels for the first-time during April, according to the latest Lloyds Bank UK Recovery Tracker. Wed, 19 May 2021 03:28:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ey-dangers-remain-for-uk-hospitality-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ey-dangers-remain-for-uk-hospitality-sector/ UK-listed travel, hospitality and leisure companies issued 90 per cent fewer profit warnings during the first three months of 2021 than they did during the equivalent period in 2020. Tue, 04 May 2021 09:32:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mps-call-for-government-to-maintain-limits-on-international-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mps-call-for-government-to-maintain-limits-on-international-travel/ A cross-party parliamentary group has urged the government to introduce stricter checks at airports and curbs on international travel to prevent Covid-19 cases being imported into the UK. Mon, 03 May 2021 08:08:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-raises-concerns-over-testing-capacity-as-travel-prepares-for-reopenin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-raises-concerns-over-testing-capacity-as-travel-prepares-for-reopenin/ Some passengers arriving in the UK are having to extend their quarantine or pay for additional Covid-19 tests as private labs are failing to deliver results on time, Which? has found. Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:53:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/passengers-numbers-to-be-limited-as-uk-cruise-sector-returns/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/passengers-numbers-to-be-limited-as-uk-cruise-sector-returns/ Cruise ships sailing in UK waters will be limited to 1,000 passengers when operations begin on or after May 17th. The rules also state Covid-19-secure guidance will continue to apply. Mon, 26 Apr 2021 07:59:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-secures-caa-approval-for-uk-services/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-secures-caa-approval-for-uk-services/ The UK Civil Aviation Authority has provided regulatory approval to US-based airline, JetBlue, allowing it to operate transatlantic routes between London, New York and Boston. Tue, 20 Apr 2021 08:40:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/india-to-be-added-to-england-red-list-on-friday/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/india-to-be-added-to-england-red-list-on-friday/ The decision means, from 04:00 on Friday, international visitors who have departed from or transited through India in the previous ten days will be refused entry into England. Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:43:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ey-warns-hospitality-rebound-could-be-some-months-away/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ey-warns-hospitality-rebound-could-be-some-months-away/ Consultants at EY have moved to pour cold water on expectations of a quick recovery in the UK hospitality sector today, warning significant change could still take some time. Mon, 12 Apr 2021 08:33:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-finds-uk-tourism-suffered-148bn-loss-in-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-finds-uk-tourism-suffered-148bn-loss-in-2020/ The annual Economic Impact Report from the World Travel & Tourism Council reveals that the dramatic collapse of the sector in the UK has wiped out a staggering £148 billion from the economy. Thu, 08 Apr 2021 08:20:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/culinary-demand-to-lead-uk-travel-renaissance/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/culinary-demand-to-lead-uk-travel-renaissance/ With just days to go until al-fresco dining is allowed across the country, new VisitEngland research shows that it is foodie experiences that are top of the agenda for sensory-starved Brits. Wed, 07 Apr 2021 08:47:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kenya-leads-additions-to-red-list-in-england/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kenya-leads-additions-to-red-list-in-england/ The Philippines, Pakistan, Kenya and Bangladesh have been added to England’s ‘red list’ in a move the government argues will protect the country against new variants of Covid-19. Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:40:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-calls-for-risk-based-framework-for-tourism-reopening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-calls-for-risk-based-framework-for-tourism-reopening/ UKinbound has presented the government with three key critical asks ahead of the prime minister’s expected announcement on the re-opening of international travel, due in April. Wed, 31 Mar 2021 08:49:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-urges-government-to-focus-on-testing-over-quarantine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-urges-government-to-focus-on-testing-over-quarantine/ A single on-arrival antigen test is as effective as a ten-day self-isolation period in reducing imported cases of Covid-19, new modelling has argued. Thu, 25 Mar 2021 08:24:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/byway-marks-first-birthday-with-getaway-promotion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/byway-marks-first-birthday-with-getaway-promotion/ Leading the way in slow travel holidays, Byway, the flight-free travel company launched last year, is marking its first birthday with up to £100 off trips across the UK, France and Italy. Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:36:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-to-offer-two-new-uk-domestic-connections/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-to-offer-two-new-uk-domestic-connections/ Flights to and from Bournemouth will operate up to twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays to Belfast and on Thursdays and Sundays to Edinburgh from May. Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:30:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hangloose-adventure-bluewater-prepares-for-grand-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hangloose-adventure-bluewater-prepares-for-grand-opening/ Thrill-seekers can now buy tickets for the longest and fastest zip wire in England as the attraction moves a step closer to opening with the topping out of the 15.5-metre dispatch tower. Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:50:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-leads-new-additions-to-england-red-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-leads-new-additions-to-england-red-list/ Travellers from Ethiopia, Oman, Somalia and Qatar have been banned from entering England in an attempt to slow the spread of new variants of Covid-19. Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:51:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-plans-overhaul-of-bus-services-in-england/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-plans-overhaul-of-bus-services-in-england/ Boris Johnson has unveiled plans for a shake-up of the bus sector. The prime minister hopes the plans will see lower, simpler flat fares in towns and cities as well as turn-up-and-go services on main routes. Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:47:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-considers-air-passenger-duty-cuts-for-domestic-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johnson-considers-air-passenger-duty-cuts-for-domestic-routes/ A consultation will examine options including creating a new lower domestic rate or exempting return flights in an effort to boost connectivity in areas “left off” the transport map. Wed, 10 Mar 2021 08:26:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-warns-uk-beach-breaks-may-cost-more-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Mon, 08 Mar 2021 09:24:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aloft-birmingham-eastside-to-opens-to-first-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aloft-birmingham-eastside-to-opens-to-first-travellers/ Situated in the up-and-coming Eastside district, a new regenerated hub for the city which is home to businesses, retail and leisure facilities, the property is just a short walk away from the city centre. Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:56:06 +0000