Global Travel News
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Viking Celebrates Float Out of the New Viking Venus
Late last week, Viking Cruises celebrated the float out of its seventh, 930-passenger, oceangoing ship, the 47,800-ton Viking Venus at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. The event marked a construction milestone and was the first time that the…
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Perillo’s Learning Journeys Debuts 2020-21 North America Portfolio
With a new collection of North America programs, Perillo’s Learning Journeys and Groups wants to offer families and small groups the opportunity to travel confidently, while discovering destinations and experiences…
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Holland America Extends Pause, Cancels More Cruises
With travel and port restrictions continuing for the near future due to global health concerns, Holland America Line extended its pause of cruise operations and cancelled more departures from the port of Vancouver,…
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UAE is Ready to Open its Borders to the World
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 15, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / According to UAE Authorities the country is preparing for a full reopening after months of shutdown, Dubai Tourism has made…
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Thailand’s Highest Rooftop and Observation Deck is Back
Bangkok, Thailand, June 12, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Mahanakhon SkyWalk, Thailand’s highest rooftop and observation deck at King Power Mahanakhon’s 78th floor has reopened its doors to the public.Located within…
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IATA Interactive Map Gives Travelers Latest COVID-19 Restrictions
Amsterdam, Netherlands, June 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) introduced a free online interactive world map to provide travelers with the latest COVID-19 entry regulations…
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WTTC: 197mio Travel & Tourism Jobs Lost due to Prolonged Travel Restrictions
London, United Kingdom, June 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / More than 197 million jobs could be lost in the global Travel & Tourism sector if barriers to global travel, such…
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RIU Reopens One Cancun Resort, Second on June 19
RIU is resuming its hospitality activity in Cancun, Mexico with the reopening of the 562-room Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula, located in Cancun, earlier this week and the scheduled reopening of the 569-room Hotel…
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Uniworld Adds New Courses on 2021 to Travel Advisor Training Program
Uniworld University, the travel advisor training program of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, has launched its latest course on what’s new for Uniworld in 2021. Travel advisors will learn the ins-and-outs of Uniworld’s…
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Karisma Hotels & Resorts Unveils Reopening Dates for Mexico, Caribbean
Karisma Hotels & Resorts announced reopening dates for its portfolio of resorts based in Mexico and the Caribbean, starting on June 15. Karisma’s properties include Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana…