All Qatar Hotels Achieve “Qatar Clean” Certification – A Promising Boost for Tourism
As highlighted in a press release on 20th June 2021, all Qatar National Tourism Council-licensed hotels are now certified as being “Qatar Clean”. This programme…
Ecofest 2021 Held in Gladstone – A Celebration of World Environment Day
Billed as the largest environmental awareness event in Central Queensland, Ecofest 2021 took place in Gladstone, Australia. It was held on 6th June (Sunday) 2021…
Countries Plan for Vaccine Tourism – The Maldives to Promote ‘Vaccine Vacations’
Certain countries are planning to launch what is being called vaccine tourism whereby tourists can receive a COVID-19 vaccination on their holiday. One nation which…
South Korea & Singapore Consider Travel Bubble – Quarantine-free Travel a Possibility
In March 2021, South Korea and Singapore entered discussions on beginning an air travel bubble that could potentially open the door for those from the…
Novel COVID-19 Breath Test Approved in Singapore – Trial Run in Progress
In May 2021, Singapore approved the use of a COVID-19 breath test that detects and offers accurate results, just one minute after being administered. A…
The Maldives Looks to Attract More Investors – Some Islands to be Auctioned Off
The Maldives government has launched several new initiatives to attract both local and foreign investment that it hopes will boost the economy. Its concept of…
Singapore & Malaysia Begin Cross-Border Travel – Move Based on Compassionate Grounds
From 17th May 2021, Singapore and Malaysia allowed citizens to travel between the borders of the two countries; however, for the time being, this is…
Singapore Keen to Start Travel Bubble with Australia – COVID-19 Vaccination a Key Factor
Singapore is interested in beginning a two-way travel bubble with Australia to enable cross border visits between the two nations; if implemented, this travel bubble…
China Gears Up for More International Travel – Domestic Tourism Also Key
Due to its vaccination drives as well as those of other countries, China is preparing for more international travel; this includes increased numbers of Chinese…
The New Landscape of Tourism in Japan – Domestic Tourists a Key Factor
With international travel severely affected due to the COVID-19 pandemic, nations are turning to domestic tourism to uplift the hospitality industry and Japan is no…