Singapore’s relaunch of MICE industry demonstrates collaboration is key for recovery
Unable to rely heavily on domestic demand for tourism recovery, Singapore’s collaborative approach to relaunch its MICE (Meeting, Incentives, Conferences…
29 Oct 2020
Heathrow losing ‘Europe’s busiest airport’ crown signifies deteriorating state of UK airport sector
Heathrow’s low traffic levels shows the UK’s struggle to generate traffic demand and regional airports will likely be hit the hardest. London Heathrow has lost its crown as ‘Europe’s busiest…
28 Oct 2020
Heathrow loses crown as Europe’s busiest airport amid bleak performance
Heathrow has lost its first-place position to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), reflecting the difficulties the UK aviation industry is facing. Chief executive of Heathrow John Holland-Kaye said that in…
09 Oct 2020
UK ‘travel task force’ may lack effectiveness due to finacial constraints
The announcement of a shortening of stringent quarantine measures in the UK through airport testing has been identified as a step towards travel recovery. However, financial constraints for travellers -…
24 Sep 2020
Saudi Arabia’s opt for religious tourism should be noted with caution
Religious tourism is a huge benefactor in Saudi Arabia, yet large crowds are typically associated with this, thus the easing of restriction for Umrah pilgrimage should be noted with caution.…
15 Sep 2020
Thailand’s offer of travel insurance displays a united front for tourism recovery
Recent launch of a coordinated insurance plan in Thailand displays a united image for the destination and may help stimulate tourism recovery. 12 Thai insurance companies alongside Thai Insurance Regulator…
08 Sep 2020
Covid-19 testing at UK airports is needed to kick start the travel industry’s recovery
The uncertainty surrounding the current UK travel industry has seriously jeopardised its attempted recovery after many months of shutdown. The government has the power to remove ‘travel corridors’ with countries…
