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PATA Launches Expanded Crisis Resource Center
Bangkok, Thailand, July 15, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is excited to announce the launch of the expanded and revamped PATA Crisis Resource Center (CRC)…
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WHO Director-General pays tribute to Spain’s sacrifices and leadership to confront COVID-19
World Health Organization Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus today joined the leadership of Spain, paying homage to those who have lost their lives in the country due to COVID-19, saluting…
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Princess Outlines 2021-22 Caribbean and Panama Canal Itineraries
Princess Cruises released highlights of its fall 2021 through spring 2022 cruise season, with ships sailing to the Caribbean and traversing the Panama Canal. The voyages, including some on Medallion-class ships, will open for…
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Neglected tropical diseases of the skin: WHO launches mobile application to facilitate diagnosis
As part of its mission to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable, the World Health Organization (WHO) is exploring the potential of mobile phone technology to…
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Anguilla Names New Minister of Tourism
Anguilla’s new premier, the Hon. Dr. Ellis Lorenzo Webster, has appointed the Hon. Haydn Hughes as the new minister of tourism for the Caribbean island. Minister Hughes takes over the…
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Holland America Sells Ships to Fred. Olsen; Celestyal Buys Costa Ship
In a “down market” in which big cruise companies seek to cut capacity and preserve cash and smaller lines seek to boost their capacity and expand their “reach,” cruise ships are…
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Cervical Cancer Elimination Initiative Updates
Dear friends and colleagues, Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen progress in the areas of primary prevention (HPV vaccination) and secondary prevention (screening and treatment of pre-cancerous lesions)…
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Kempinski Hotel Adriatic Istria to Welcome American Guests This Summer
“Yes, Americans are able to have that longed-for five-star summer in Europe after all,” Kempinski said in a press release announcing its Istria, Croatia property will be open to American guests…
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Travelport Launches Free COVID-19 Smartpoint Plugin
Travelport, a technology company serving the global travel industry, launched the COVID-19 Smartpoint Plugin. The plugin provides travel agencies with the latest information on government restrictions, lockdowns and safety measures across…
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AdventureWomen Debuts New 2020-21 U.S. Outdoor Adventure Tours
AdventureWomen, a specialist in women’s adventure travel tours since 1982, has created several new U.S. domestic trip itineraries for summer 2020 and beyond. Designed for female American travelers seeking new…