Tag: Novel Coronavirus Impact
Tour operators cheer as M’sian theme parks gear up to reopen
The Malaysian government's decision to reopen theme parks in the country from July 1 is a welcome move, said industry players.
The reopening comes after...
Sri Lanka delays international airport’s reopening
Sri Lanka is delaying by two weeks the August 1 scheduled reopening of Colombo International Airport for commercial traffic, as the government prioritises the...
Charting a course for recovery
The cruise tourism industry has taken a beating from the combined impacts of Covid-19’s tourism freeze and negative media reports on infections onboard – tough times that Cruise Lines International Association is helping its community to navigate through with enhanced education, government advocacy and careful planning with medical experts. Managing director Australasia & Asia, Joel Katz details how
Komodo, Mount Rinjani among Indonesian attractions reopened
National parks and nature-based attractions across Indonesia are ready to welcome domestic tourists again, after three months of closure.
Following the green light from the...
Oakwood launches food relief campaign
Oakwood has initiated Give With Oakwood, a global campaign designed to provide meals for the less privileged in society.
From now until August 7, 2020,...
Penang hoteliers to get six-month fee waiver
The Penang state government will waive hotel fee charges for six months starting July 1 to further boost domestic tourism.
Penang state exco for tourism,...
Philippine tourism players call for greater clarity, coordination around Covid-19 measures
Tour operators and hoteliers in the Philippines are urging the Department of Tourism (DoT) and local government units (LGUs) to better coordinate and harmonise...
Travel Corporation appoints wellbeing directors for tours
The Travel Corporation (TTC) will introduce a dedicated wellbeing director on every Trafalgar, Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold guided holiday, as part of its...
Singapore, Malaysia to resume essential cross-border travel
A reciprocal green lane (RGL) and a periodic commuting arrangement (PCA) will be established between Singapore and Malaysia to cater to the needs of...
AirAsia sees rebound in flight demand with record-breaking sales
AirAsia sold a record-breaking 41,000 seats in a single day last Tuesday, in what is the airline’s highest post-hibernation sale day since restarting domestic...
















