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The implementation of these sanitisation plans is mandatory for businesses that are reopening, says Switzerland Tourism.

Switzerland keeps 'Clean & Safe' with new sanitisation labelSwitzerland Tourism has recently rolled out the Clean & Safe campaign along with tourism industry associations to create a...

The 270-room Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae boasts guestrooms fully equipped with Internet of Things.

Accor brings new Mercure hotel to Seoul’s HongdaeSeoul’s rising hotspot of Hongdae, a precinct in the northwestern part of the Korean capital, is set to welcome Mercure...

UK-based startup Splyt is also working with Alipay, Grab and Booking.com to integrate taxi services into their platforms.

Splyt nabs US$19.5M Series B funding to develop super appMobility specialist Splyt has raised a Series B funding round of US$19.5 million.

ASEAN members need to work together to communicate new health and safety protocols in respective countries to boost traveller confidence in the region.

Intra-region travel the way forward for ASEAN tourismEven as most countries in Asia Pacific keep their borders closed to foreign arrivals, key travel industry players believe that...

The Spanish hotel chain has started reopening its properties worldwide.

Free medical service added to Riu Hotels bookingsRiu Hotels & Resorts is offering medical care for guests, including those affected by possible Covid-19 infections, staying at...

Six travel organisations have come together to form The Future of Tourism Coalition. (Credit: tadamichi/Getty Images)

Global tourism coalition formed to aid destination recoveryLONDON – Six organisations have joined hands to form “The Future of Tourism Coalition” to help destinations recover from the...

The auction aims to raise funds to provide financial relief for struggling restaurants impacted by the current global pandemic.

Food for good: World’s first gastronomic auction to raise funds for F&B sectorLONDON – Exploring medieval French town Menton with three-star Michelin chef Mauro Colagreco as host; learning to make...

SITA is rolling out solutions that would complement short-term hygiene measures.

SITA: Tech is driving resumption of airport operations and restoring passenger confidenceGENEVA – Technology is helping airports and airlines to resume operations safely, as well as helping implement new hygiene...

Cunard pauses sailings until November this year.

Cruise Update: Cunard holds back; MSC eyes 2021 programmeLONDON – Cunard has announced a further pause in operations.

Quantum of the Seas at Marina Bay Cruise Centre, Singapore

Cruise restart: Lines and ports must first agree on health protocolsWASHINGTON, DC - As cruising looks to resume operations after the coronavirus-induced industry halt, it faces challenges unique...