Global Travel News
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100 Years of Flight Attendant Uniforms till Arrival of CoronaVirus and the Face Mask
Given the ubiquitous nature of air travel today, it’s hard to believe that in the 1920s the public was terrified of flying. (Americans preferred the train.)But everything changed in 1930,…
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Virgin Atlantic Cuts 3,000 Jobs, Shuts Gatwick Operations
Virgin Atlantic has announced it is to cut more than 3,000 jobs, representing one-third of its workforce, in the U.K. and end its operation at Gatwick Airport, according to The…
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Expresses Uncertainty for the Future
In a securities filing given to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCL) warned it may have to seek bankruptcy protection, noting…
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Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Launches Count on Us Initiative
Parsippany, New Jersey, United States, May 5, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Highlighting its continued commitment to hotel owners, team members and guests, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel…
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Best Western Hotels Introduces Industry-Leading Cleaning Program: We Care Clean
Phoenix, Arizona, United States, May 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Program Ensures Elevated Level of Cleaning Standards and Operational Best Practices at Best Western-Branded Hotels. Best Western Hotels and Resorts…
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Atlas Ocean Voyages Unveils 2021-22 Antarctica Sailings
Atlas Ocean Voyages has unveiled its inaugural-winter 2021-22, Antarctica-season itineraries. Starting November 19, 2021, World Navigator, Atlas Ocean Voyages’ newest expedition ship, will embark on 15 journeys to the southernmost…
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Carnival Plans Phased Relaunch Starting August 1
Carnival Cruise Line advised guests and travel advisors today of its plan to phase in a resumption in its North American service this summer, beginning on August 1 with a…
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UNWTO: No Time to Waste as Lost Working Hours Devastate Lives
Madrid, Spain, May 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / For many millions of people around the world, tourism is so much more than a leisure activity. Our sector gives them the…
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Hong Kong Luxury Hotel Join Forces to Collaborate on Recovery Strategies
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, May 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Hong Kong legacy luxury hotels formed an alliance to combat business challenges presented by the destination’s prolonged social unrest…
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WTTC: What New Normal will Look Like as We Start to Travel
London, United Kingdom, May 1, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has outlined what the “new normal” will look like as countries begin to end…