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Indonesia, Dubai and Rwanda Latest Recipients of WTTC “Safe Travels” Stamp
The popular holiday hotspots Indonesia, Dubai and Rwanda are among the latest destinations to begin using to the global safety and hygiene stamp created by the World Travel & Tourism…
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Jamaica: Airlift Resumes and Hotels Begin Reopening
With Jamaica’s borders now open to international travelers, airlift service has resumed and operations have restarted at a number of hotels. Most of the major airlines serving the destination—including American Airlines,…
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Kenroy Herbert Appointed Chairman of Anguilla Tourist Board
The Anguilla Executive Council announced the appointment of “tourism entrepreneur and lifestyle connoisseur” Kenroy Herbert as the new chairman of the Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB). As chairman, Herbert will lead…
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European Medicines Agency (EMA) approval of the dapivirine ring for HIV prevention for women in high HIV burden settings
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced today that its human medicines committee (CHMP) provided a positive benefit-risk opinion on the use of the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring (DPV-VR) for HIV prevention.…
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Amid continued progress, trachoma elimination programmes set their sights on 2030
Almost two decades of global work has drastically reduced the number of people at risk of blindness from trachoma from 1.5 billion in 2002 to under 137 million in May…
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Windstar Cancels Four Sailings in Tahiti, Citing CDC Order
As a result of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) extension of the “No Sail” Order through September 30, Windstar Cruises said its 148-passenger Wind Spirit will now…
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Scenic Eclipse, Polar Expedition “Discovery Yacht,” Joins IAATO
Scenic Eclipse, a Polar Code 6 expedition “Discovery Yacht” that just completed its first season sailing in Antarctica, has been welcomed as an official member of the International Association of Antarctica…
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Celestyal Inks New AHEPA Alliance as Exclusive Cruise Partner
Greek cruise company Celestyal Cruises announced a strategic alliance with the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA). It’s also become AHEPA’s exclusive cruise partner and will join with the organization to celebrate 200 years…
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Trio of Tropical Storms Approach U.S., Hawaii and Caribbean
Three different tropical storms are approaching the United States and the Caribbean, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). Tropical Depression Eight, located in the Gulf of Mexico. Is expected…
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Carnival Details Fleet Plans, Ship Shifts, Sales, Lay-Ups & More
In announcing a new fleet plan, Carnival Cruise Line said it now has a confirmed November 2022 delivery date for its second Excel-class ship, has sold Carnival Fantasy and Carnival Inspiration, and put Carnival Imagination and Carnival…