https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/uk outbound tourism/ Uk Outbound Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:21:14+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/hospitality-rebound-continues-with-gen-z-driving-sales/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/hospitality-rebound-continues-with-gen-z-driving-sales/ Sunshine overseas, combined with an insatiable appetite to shop Tax Free, has driven UK consumer spending across Europe this summer. The UK has risen from fifth to second place among global shoppers in Europe. Wed, 27 Jul 2022 11:08:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-becomes-costa-ricas-largest-source-market-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-becomes-costa-ricas-largest-source-market-in-europe/ Almost 40k visitors from the UK travelled to Costa Rica between January and June 2022, making it Costa Rica’s largest source market in Europe. Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:53:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/portugal-fast-tracks-uk-tourists/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/portugal-fast-tracks-uk-tourists/ The importance of British tourists to the EU’s travel and tourism economy, post-Brexit, has been reinforced after Portugal became the first EU nation to fast-track UK travellers arriving at its airports. Tue, 26 Apr 2022 11:35:26 +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/which-warns-new-airline-delay-scheme-could-cut-pay-outs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-warns-new-airline-delay-scheme-could-cut-pay-outs/ The government is considering scrapping the current system and offering compensation based on ticket price and the length of delay – similar to the delay repay system in rail. Fri, 25 Mar 2022 09:45:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confidence-returning-to-uk-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confidence-returning-to-uk-travel-sector/ As the Covid-19 travel requirements come to an end today, new research from ABTA reveals how people are planning to capitalise on their new-found freedoms. Fri, 18 Mar 2022 10:59:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vueling-boosts-easter-leisure-flights-from-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vueling-boosts-easter-leisure-flights-from-uk/ From April 8-18, the International Airlines Group-owned carrier will showcase its strong confidence in UK tourism to popular Spanish destinations. Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:43:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeromexico-to-relaunch-london-connection-in-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeromexico-to-relaunch-london-connection-in-april/ Aeromexico will resume operations to London from Mexico City as of April, with five weekly flights. With the airline using a Boeing 787, the move represents a monthly offer of more than 9,000 seats. Tue, 15 Feb 2022 03:08:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-celebrates-as-testing-restrictions-loosen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-celebrates-as-testing-restrictions-loosen/ ABTA says hundreds of thousands of people will be heading abroad this half term for winter sun and ski trips, as families look to make the most of the relaxation of travel rules. Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:20:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-seeks-to-boost-uk-airline-passenger-rights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-seeks-to-boost-uk-airline-passenger-rights/ The government has unveiled proposals designed to make it easier for airline customers to seek justice from unfair practices in the industry. Measures were outlined by transport secretary, Grant Shapps, earlier. Mon, 31 Jan 2022 11:28:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-to-ban-uk-arrivals-from-saturday/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-to-ban-uk-arrivals-from-saturday/ Officials in France have confirmed all non-essential travel from the UK will be banned from 00:00 on Saturday. The move comes as the UK sees record Covid-19 cases. Thu, 16 Dec 2021 10:39:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-to-require-proof-of-vaccination-from-uk-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-to-require-proof-of-vaccination-from-uk-travellers/ Spain has updated its entry requirements for travellers from the UK. From December 1st, travellers arriving from the United Kingdom in Spain will need to show a vaccination certificate. Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:02:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/booster-jabs-to-be-added-to-nhs-app-for-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/booster-jabs-to-be-added-to-nhs-app-for-travel/ Travellers from the UK are likely to need a booster jab to travel without quarantine or restrictions, prime minister Boris Johnson has confirmed. Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:18:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-tourism-group-launches-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-tourism-group-launches-in-europe/ Experts from across Europe have joined forces to launch International Tourism Group; a new multi-national agency that sets a new standard through a data-led methodology applied market by market. Thu, 04 Nov 2021 02:26:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-london-2021-public-blames-government-for-travel-chaos/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-london-2021-public-blames-government-for-travel-chaos/ Seven out of ten Brits say the government is to blame for the chaos surrounding overseas travel during the pandemic, according to research released today. Mon, 01 Nov 2021 09:40:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-making-sustainability-accessible-through/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-making-sustainability-accessible-through/ John Speers, board director of the Tourism Society, tells Breaking Travel News how important the skill of storytelling can be to the development of the hospitality sector Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:12:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-cuts-travel-red-list-to-seven-countries/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Thu, 07 Oct 2021 17:02:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/foreign-office-removes-advice-against-travel-to-host-of-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Thu, 07 Oct 2021 04:31:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-maud-sets-sail-from-dover-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-maud-sets-sail-from-dover-for-first-time/ Offering sailings to explore remote locations around the British Isles, southern Scandinavia and Norway, the ship will be the only expedition vessel to offer no-fly sailings from the UK. Thu, 23 Sep 2021 04:31:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amber-list-scrapped-in-england-travel-shake-up/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amber-list-scrapped-in-england-travel-shake-up/ Transport secretary, Grant Shapps, confirmed the current traffic light system will be replaced by a single red list of countries and territories, with changes coming into effect on October 4th. Sat, 18 Sep 2021 07:31:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-broadly-welcomes-regulation-changes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-broadly-welcomes-regulation-changes/ The travel sector in England has offered a warm welcome to a simplified system of restrictions unveiled by the government, arguing it will begin to rebuild confidence in the sector. Sat, 18 Sep 2021 06:54:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkey-removed-from-red-list-as-part-of-wider-travel-reopening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkey-removed-from-red-list-as-part-of-wider-travel-reopening/ Turkey has been removed from the red list for travellers from the UK in an update to restrictions. Pakistan, Maldives, Egypt, Sri Lanka, Oman and Kenya were also moved to the amber list. Sat, 18 Sep 2021 06:39:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/middle-east-airlines-welcome-amber-list-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/middle-east-airlines-welcome-amber-list-decision/ Both Qatar Airways and Emirates have welcomed a decision to add the United Arab Emirates and Qatar to the amber list for travellers to England. Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:22:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aito-pleads-with-government-for-further-support/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aito-pleads-with-government-for-further-support/ AITO has launched a highly critical attack on the UK government over what it claims are persistent failings to help the travel sector in the country. Fri, 30 Jul 2021 05:47:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-urges-further-opening-ahead-of-government-review/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-urges-further-opening-ahead-of-government-review/ ABTA has written to Grant Shapps, the secretary of state for transport, outlining the actions still needed from government to open up travel to more destinations. Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:14:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/croatia-to-require-covid-19-test-for-fully-vaccinated-brits/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/croatia-to-require-covid-19-test-for-fully-vaccinated-brits/ Arrivals from the United Kingdom, Cyprus and the Russian Federation will now need to show a negative SARS-CoV-2 test performed in their home country on arrival. Thu, 22 Jul 2021 06:48:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-calls-for-further-reopening-of-uk-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-calls-for-further-reopening-of-uk-travel/ The World Travel & Tourism Council has called for the UK government to further lift restrictions on international travel in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 06:45:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ireland-to-open-to-vaccinated-brits-from-monday/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ireland-to-open-to-vaccinated-brits-from-monday/ Ireland is to become the first country in Europe that fully-jabbed British citizens can visit without the need for any Covid-19 tests into or out of the country. Sat, 17 Jul 2021 10:21:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-coalition-critical-of-government-recovery-plan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-coalition-critical-of-government-recovery-plan/ A coalition of travel industry organisations has written to the secretary of state for digital, culture, media and sport, Oliver Dowden, to express disappointment at the tourism recovery plan. Fri, 16 Jul 2021 08:39:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-tourism-chief-questions-balearics-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-tourism-chief-questions-balearics-decision/ Javier Piñanes, director of the Spanish Tourist Office in the UK, argued hospitals in the destination were under no pressure, and that the vast majority of new Covid-19 cases were among younger age groups. Thu, 15 Jul 2021 08:09:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/balearic-move-to-amber-list-throwing-travel-trade-into-chaos/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/balearic-move-to-amber-list-throwing-travel-trade-into-chaos/ The UK government has updated its travel lists, with the Balearic Islands moving to the amber list from Monday morning. The destination includes Ibiza, Majorca, Menorca and Formentera. Wed, 14 Jul 2021 18:11:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dragoman-shuts-down-for-foreseeable-future/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dragoman-shuts-down-for-foreseeable-future/ Dragoman has revealed plans to go “dormant” for the foreseeable future in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. The company said it was going to “sit tight” until the resumption of long-haul travel. Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:13:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mooted-response-to-england-quarantine-update/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mooted-response-to-england-quarantine-update/ The travel trade in England has given a mixed reception to plans to remove quarantine restrictions on travellers returning from amber list countries. Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:01:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-confirms-end-of-quarantine-for-vaccinated-travellers-from-amber-coun/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-confirms-end-of-quarantine-for-vaccinated-travellers-from-amber-coun/ Transport secretary, Grant Shapps, has confirmed vaccinated travellers returning to England from amber list countries will no longer have to self-isolate from later this month. Thu, 08 Jul 2021 10:57:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/small-green-list-steps-not-enough-argues-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/small-green-list-steps-not-enough-argues-travel-sector/ The travel trade has welcomed a number of new additions to the UK green list unveiled by the government, but said much more needs to be done to help the sector. Fri, 25 Jun 2021 10:04:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-cautions-against-reimposing-quarantine-on-british-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-cautions-against-reimposing-quarantine-on-british-travellers/ The World Travel & Tourism Council has argued there is no need reimpose quarantines on travellers arriving in the EU. The comments come in response to remarks from German chancellor, Angela Merkel. Fri, 25 Jun 2021 09:10:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/balearic-islands-lead-green-list-additions-for-uk-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/balearic-islands-lead-green-list-additions-for-uk-travellers/ The Balearic Islands, Malta, the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira and Barbados are among the places added to the green list for travellers from the UK. Thu, 24 Jun 2021 19:24:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-demand-reopening-in-nationwide-protest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-demand-reopening-in-nationwide-protest/ Travel agents, pilots, tour operators, aviation workers and cabin crew are among the thousands of people who will ‘speak up for travel’ today, as part of a day of action. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 07:24:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/england-could-scrap-quarantine-for-fully-vaccinated-amber-list-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/england-could-scrap-quarantine-for-fully-vaccinated-amber-list-travellers/ Ministers have mooted plans to allow quarantine-free travel to amber-list countries for people in England who have been fully vaccinated. The changes could come into effect by August. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 05:48:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jet2-welcomes-possible-changes-to-amber-list-quarantine-restrictions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jet2-welcomes-possible-changes-to-amber-list-quarantine-restrictions/ Jet2.com has welcomed a possible move that would allow travellers who have had both Covid-19 vaccines to avoid having to quarantine when returning from countries on the amber list. Thu, 17 Jun 2021 10:20:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-unveils-10m-tourism-voucher-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-unveils-10m-tourism-voucher-scheme/ A new rail pass and vouchers for popular tourist attractions are at the heart of a plan to return domestic tourism to pre-pandemic levels by 2022 and international tourism by 2023. Fri, 11 Jun 2021 09:00:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/portugal-axed-from-uk-travel-green-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/portugal-axed-from-uk-travel-green-list/ Portugal has been removed from the UK safe travel list in a move the government said would safeguard public health against variants of concern and protect the Covid-19 vaccine rollout. Thu, 03 Jun 2021 16:14:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-to-reopen-to-holidaymakers-from-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-to-reopen-to-holidaymakers-from-uk/ Spanish officials have confirmed visitors from the United Kingdom will be able to travel to the country for a holiday from Monday. Travellers from the UK will not need to present a negative Covid-19 test. Sat, 22 May 2021 11:32:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-virtuosa-marks-reopening-of-uk-cruise-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-virtuosa-marks-reopening-of-uk-cruise-market/ Today marks the restart of cruising in the UK after 14 months, as MSC Virtuosa sets sail on her maiden voyage from Southampton around the British Isles. Thu, 20 May 2021 18:42:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-publishes-traveller-charter-as-sector-reopens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-publishes-traveller-charter-as-sector-reopens/ Officials said it aims to provide a clear and accessible source of information for passengers outlining their rights and responsibilities when travelling this summer. Tue, 18 May 2021 09:46:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-returns-to-leisure-travel-from-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-returns-to-leisure-travel-from-uk/ Throughout May the airline will operate 186 flights to ‘green list’ countries with the first taking off from London Luton to Faro at 08:55 this morning. Mon, 17 May 2021 10:33:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-john-speers-board-director-the-tourism-socie/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-john-speers-board-director-the-tourism-socie/ John Speers, board director of the Tourism Society, here tells Breaking Travel News what we can expect as the tourism industry begins its recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic this summer Mon, 17 May 2021 09:14:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-hopes-to-open-doors-to-british-travellers-this-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-hopes-to-open-doors-to-british-travellers-this-month/ Spain minister of tourism, Reyes Maroto, outlined how PCR tests may not be a requirement for British travellers arriving in the country given the current epidemiological data and Covid-19 vaccination rate. Wed, 12 May 2021 09:04:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nhs-app-to-offer-covid-19-vaccination-status-from-next-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nhs-app-to-offer-covid-19-vaccination-status-from-next-week/ An NHS app offered in England will be available to use as a vaccine passport from next Monday, the government has said. However, it will only be accessible to those who have had both doses of the jab. Wed, 12 May 2021 06:56:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/algarve-tourism-officials-welcome-england-reopening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/algarve-tourism-officials-welcome-england-reopening/ João Fernandes, president of Algarve Tourism, said: “We are obviously delighted with the news that Portugal will be on the green list, and are very ready to welcome British visitors to the Algarve.” Mon, 10 May 2021 07:59:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/england-reveals-green-list-of-safe-travel-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/england-reveals-green-list-of-safe-travel-destinations/ Holidaymakers from England will be able to travel to Portugal and Israel from later this month under new guidelines issued by the government. Fri, 07 May 2021 16:20:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greece-well-placed-to-lead-european-travel-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greece-well-placed-to-lead-european-travel-recovery/ Two destinations, Greece, and Iceland, which have announced that they will welcome vaccinated visitors this summer have seen inbound flight bookings pick up dramatically. Fri, 07 May 2021 09:07:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-urges-government-to-reopen-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-urges-government-to-reopen-tourism-sector/ The coalition has written to Oliver Dowden, secretary of state for digital, culture, media and sport, to urge the swift development of a tourism recovery plan to support the sector in the UK. Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:32:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nhs-app-to-be-used-as-coronavirus-passport-for-international-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nhs-app-to-be-used-as-coronavirus-passport-for-international-travel/ Transport secretary, Grant Shapps, has confirmed an NHS app will become a Covid-19 passport once travel resumes. The government is currently hoping to reopen borders from May 17th. Wed, 28 Apr 2021 08:16:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-analysis-warns-uncertainty-may-slow-return-to-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-analysis-warns-uncertainty-may-slow-return-to-travel/ With uncertainty over what travel restrictions will be in place, many travellers remain reluctant to book, says GlobalData, a data and analytics company. Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:48:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-government-to-implement-traffic-light-system-in-mid-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-government-to-implement-traffic-light-system-in-mid-may/ Transport secretary, Grant Shapps, explained the new scheme would categorise countries based on risk – but gave no firm details on when borders would reopen to international travel. Fri, 09 Apr 2021 05:55:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-welcomes-plan-to-reopen-uk-tourism-but-voices-concerns/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-welcomes-plan-to-reopen-uk-tourism-but-voices-concerns/ Organisations from across the tourism sector have welcomed a report from the Global Travel Taskforce, but called for more clarity from the government on when plans will be implemented. Fri, 09 Apr 2021 05:11:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/prime-minister-hopeful-of-travel-return-but-urges-holidaymakers-not-to-book/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/prime-minister-hopeful-of-travel-return-but-urges-holidaymakers-not-to-book/ Prime minister, Boris Johnson, has said he is “hopeful” international travel can resume from the UK on May 17th, but offered few further details on the process of reopening borders. Tue, 06 Apr 2021 07:34:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-urges-government-to-consult-consumers-over-travel-restart/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-urges-government-to-consult-consumers-over-travel-restart/ Plans to restart foreign travel for millions of people could be doomed to fail if the government does not effectively consult consumers according to Which?. Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:21:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-fines-for-holidaymakers-from-england/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-fines-for-holidaymakers-from-england/ New laws could see travellers from England subject to a £5,000 fine if they leave the country without good reason. The penalty is included in legislation that will be voted on by parliament later this week. Tue, 23 Mar 2021 09:07:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aito-critical-of-government-comments-on-summer-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aito-critical-of-government-comments-on-summer-holidays/ The Association of Specialist Travel Companies has criticised the UK government for discouraging the booking of international holidays this summer as the Covid-19 pandemic sweeps Europe. Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:15:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-cruise-lines-look-to-mid-may-restart-date/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-cruise-lines-look-to-mid-may-restart-date/ The maritime minister, Robert Courts, appeared at a virtual meeting of the All-Party Parliamentary Maritime & Group to confirm sailings for English ports could resume on May 17th. Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:52:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-form-required-for-passengers-travelling-internationally-from-england/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-form-required-for-passengers-travelling-internationally-from-england/ Passengers travelling internationally from Monday will need to carry a new form that sets out their trip is permitted under the stay-at-home restrictions, the government has announced. Fri, 05 Mar 2021 15:32:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/full-tourism-recovery-may-take-until-2023-says-bloomberg-intelligence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Fri, 05 Mar 2021 08:44:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mixed-response-to-budget-from-uk-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:14:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-sees-spike-in-demand-following-uk-roadmap/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-sees-spike-in-demand-following-uk-roadmap/ The travel industry has broadly welcomed a roadmap for the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions in the UK, with some companies already reporting a surge in bookings. Tue, 23 Feb 2021 09:45:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aviation-calls-on-johnson-to-reopen-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aviation-calls-on-johnson-to-reopen-sector/ Chief executives from leading UK-based airlines have added their voices to calls for the prime minister to ensure an aviation recovery roadmap is announced next week. Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:40:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-coalition-pins-hopes-on-reopening-roadmap/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-coalition-pins-hopes-on-reopening-roadmap/ The Save Future Travel Coalition has reiterated its hopes for a speech from Boris Johnson. The prime minister is expected to provide details on how the country is to reopen following Covid-19 shutdown. Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:26:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-tourism-sector-launches-save-our-summer-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-tourism-sector-launches-save-our-summer-campaign/ A force of UK travel companies, with pre-Covid-19 annual revenues of over £11 billion, are “united in outrage” following conflicting advice from the government on the reopening of the sector. Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:11:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/furious-reaction-as-brits-urged-not-to-book-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/furious-reaction-as-brits-urged-not-to-book-holidays/ Sue Ockwell, leader of the Association of Independent Tour Operators, lead criticism of suggestions Brits should avoid booking trips, branding the comments “puerile and nonsensical”. Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:14:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-urges-travellers-not-to-book-summer-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-urges-travellers-not-to-book-summer-holidays/ At the same time, transport secretary Gregg Shapps offered a defence of plans for jail sentences of up to ten-years for travellers arriving in England who lie on their passenger locator forms. Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:46:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunak-offers-new-flexibility-on-covid-19-loans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunak-offers-new-flexibility-on-covid-19-loans/ Commenting on the news UKHospitality chief executive, Kate Nicholls, said the decision would help struggling hospitality businesses survive until tourism returned. Tue, 09 Feb 2021 07:26:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-hospitality-urges-government-to-save-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-hospitality-urges-government-to-save-travel-sector/ In a letter sent to the chancellor today, organisations from every part of the UK outbound and inbound travel industry stressed the urgent need for government support for the sector. Thu, 04 Feb 2021 10:37:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-relaunch-services-from-uk-on-tuesday/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-relaunch-services-from-uk-on-tuesday/ Emirates will re-instate outbound passenger operations from the UK tomorrow. Initially this will include a daily flight from London Heathrow and four weekly from Manchester. Mon, 01 Feb 2021 11:35:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-on-government-to-plot-route-out-of-travel-shutdown/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-on-government-to-plot-route-out-of-travel-shutdown/ ABTA chief executive, Mark Tanzer, said: “We are asking the government to use the global travel taskforce structure to convene specific working groups to look at these very issues.” Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:59:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-launches-new-global-health-insurance-card/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-launches-new-global-health-insurance-card/ Under Britain’s new agreement with the EU, UK residents’ rights to emergency and medically necessary healthcare will continue when travelling in the region. Tue, 12 Jan 2021 09:48:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-places-members-at-heart-of-new-travel-with-confidence-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-places-members-at-heart-of-new-travel-with-confidence-campaign/ ABTA members are at the heart of the second phase of the national advertising campaign from the body, which launches across social media channels from today. Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:37:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-sector-welcomes-brexit-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-sector-welcomes-brexit-agreement/ The hospitality industry has welcomed agreement in discussions between the UK and European Union on a future trading relationship, arguing it can preserve jobs and assist the fightback from Covid-19. Sat, 26 Dec 2020 10:40:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nations-close-borders-to-uk-as-new-covid-19-variant-spreads/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nations-close-borders-to-uk-as-new-covid-19-variant-spreads/ A number of nations around the world have closed their borders to travellers from the UK after the detection of a new strain of Covid-19. The variant is believed to be up to 70 per cent more infections. Mon, 21 Dec 2020 08:58:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-outlines-plans-for-no-deal-brexit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-outlines-plans-for-no-deal-brexit/ The European Commission has released a set of contingency measures designed to ensure basic reciprocal air and road connectivity with the UK in the event of a no deal Brexit. Thu, 10 Dec 2020 10:32:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-offers-brexit-guidance-on-tour-operator-margin-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-offers-brexit-guidance-on-tour-operator-margin-scheme/ HMRC has confirmed that once the Brexit transition period ceases, the VAT charged on holidays through the Tour Operator Margin Scheme on travel outside of the UK will be zero rated. Thu, 03 Dec 2020 10:02:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-travel-commission-eyes-pre-departure-testing-regime/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-travel-commission-eyes-pre-departure-testing-regime/ The Global Travel Commission has released a series of recommendations designed to restart the tourism sector, including a possible bilateral pre-departure testing system. Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:35:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-next-generation-cruise-terminal-unveiled-at-southampton/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-next-generation-cruise-terminal-unveiled-at-southampton/ Associated British Ports is to open a new next-generation-ready and open access cruise terminal for the 2021 cruise season in Southampton. The facility will benefit from roof-mounted solar power. Wed, 25 Nov 2020 08:30:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-new-insurance-to-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-new-insurance-to-passengers/ Emirates customers can now plan their travels as the airline unveils the latest industry-first initiative to provide expanded, multi-risk travel cover on top of its current Covid-19 cover. Mon, 23 Nov 2020 13:55:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/slow-tourism-recovery-dragging-on-uk-economy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/slow-tourism-recovery-dragging-on-uk-economy/ The pace of the economic recovery in the UK from coronavirus fell behind the global benchmark in October for the first time since June – with tourism a particular concern. Thu, 19 Nov 2020 06:34:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-arab-emirates-added-to-quarantine-free-list-for-uk-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-arab-emirates-added-to-quarantine-free-list-for-uk-travellers/ The United Arab Emirates, including the tourism hotspots of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, are among a host of new destinations to have been added to the quarantine safe list in the UK. Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:01:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-warmly-welcomes-uk-quarantine-move/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-warmly-welcomes-uk-quarantine-move/ The addition of United Arab Emirates commercial capital Dubai to the UK quarantine-free travel list has been heralded as particularly significant by the tourism sector. Fri, 13 Nov 2020 08:17:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ons-figures-reveal-collapse-of-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ons-figures-reveal-collapse-of-tourism-sector/ New data from the Office for National Statistics has revealed overseas travellers made just 398,000 trips to the UK in the second quarter of the year - down 96 per cent on the same period in 2019. Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:21:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fears-for-future-of-uk-travel-agents/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fears-for-future-of-uk-travel-agents/ A new report from the Advantage Travel Partnership has found that 61 per cent of travel agents will run out of cash by the end of this year if the government does not change course. Thu, 05 Nov 2020 10:20:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-outbound-travel-to-be-suspended-under-new-lockdown-rules/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-outbound-travel-to-be-suspended-under-new-lockdown-rules/ People in England are being advised to avoid all non-essential travel as the county prepares for a new Covid-19 lockdown. The rules only apply from 00.01 on Thursday. Sun, 01 Nov 2020 10:00:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canary-islands-added-to-uk-quarantine-free-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canary-islands-added-to-uk-quarantine-free-list/ In perhaps the best piece of news for the UK hospitality industry in several weeks, the Canary Islands have been added to the quarantine safe list. Fri, 23 Oct 2020 06:52:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/italy-removed-from-uk-quarantine-free-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/italy-removed-from-uk-quarantine-free-list/ People arriving in England from Italy, San Marino and Vatican City State will be expected to self-isolate from tomorrow as the nations are removed from the UK quarantine safe list. Fri, 16 Oct 2020 08:42:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/denmark-among-latest-countries-removed-from-quarantine-safe-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/denmark-among-latest-countries-removed-from-quarantine-safe-list/ People arriving in England from Denmark, Iceland, Curaçao and Slovakia will be expected to quarantine from Saturday after the quarter became the latest countries to removed from the quarantine safelist. Fri, 25 Sep 2020 08:16:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-added-to-england-quarantine-safe-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-added-to-england-quarantine-safe-list/ Visitors arriving in England from Thailand and Singapore will no longer be expected to isolate for 14-days from Saturday after both countries were added to the safe travel list. Fri, 18 Sep 2020 09:05:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-cuts-capacity-in-wake-of-latest-quarantine-changes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-cuts-capacity-in-wake-of-latest-quarantine-changes/ The low-cost carrier said it will cut flying capacity in response to the ever-changing quarantine restrictions imposed by the UK government. Seven Greek islands were earlier removed from the UK safe list. Tue, 08 Sep 2020 09:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/islands-policy-introduced-to-uk-government-quarantine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/islands-policy-introduced-to-uk-government-quarantine/ Officials have begun to introduce a new approach to quarantine, separating some islands from mainland countries. As a result, seven Greek islands have been removed from the safe list. Tue, 08 Sep 2020 08:15:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-industry-gives-mixed-response-to-quarantine-move/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-industry-gives-mixed-response-to-quarantine-move/ Bodies from across the UK tourism industry have given a cautious welcome to a refinement of the quarantine system, but said more must be done to boost the sector. Tue, 08 Sep 2020 07:36:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/classic-journeys-launches-to-uk-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/classic-journeys-launches-to-uk-market/ After a quarter century of handcrafting trips of a lifetime, California-based tour operator Classic Journeys is tailoring its approach to private trips to British tastes and mores. Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:37:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-seeks-further-support-in-upcoming-budget/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-seeks-further-support-in-upcoming-budget/ Associations from across the travel industry came together earlier to discuss how they can continue working together to lobby government on the need for specific support Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:26:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-warns-travel-jobs-being-lost-at-alarming-rate/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-warns-travel-jobs-being-lost-at-alarming-rate/ As many as 39,000 jobs have already been lost or placed at risk across the outbound travel sector since the Covid-19 crisis started, according to new research. Mon, 24 Aug 2020 08:19:21 +0000