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The Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) reports that the U.S. business-to-business (B2B) exhibitions industry improved significantly in the fourth quarter of 2021 from the previous seven quarters. Cancellation rates for physical in-person events dropped to 12.5% from 91.3% in the first quarter, 66.2% in the second quarte… read more
From next Friday, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will add a fuel surcharge on long-haul tickets due to the strong price increase of oil. Sister company Air France will also forward the extra cost to its passengers. During the latest press of Brussels Airlines, CEO Peter Gerber said to Aviation24.be that the Lufthansa Group hedged fuel contracts… read more
The tours, attractions and activities market (TAA) is developing quickly, with the aim of creating more unique and complete experiences for increasingly more digital-savvy consumers. The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a digital revolution in a sector in which - although some relevant players like hotels and airlines were already on the path toward … read more
Vaccinated passengers do not require a negative PCR/antigen test to enter. They are only required to present proof of vaccination.
Unvaccinated passengers no longer need a compelling reason to travel to France. They must, however, present a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old or a negative Antigen test less than 48 hours old… read more
The customisable experience packages include accommodations, airport pick up/drop off, transportation, cultural tours, activities along with some meals and guides. Certified Africa also helps ensure travellers are prepared and informed about travel requirements like visas, immunizations, Covid-19 precautions and travel insurance.
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The Istanbul Skål International club held its general assembly and gala dinner on February 28th at the Dedeman Istanbul Hotel. In attendance were Hulya Aslantas, Interim Vice President of Skål International who is an active member of the Istanbul club and Can Arinel who was elected as new President of Skål Istanbul.
During this even… read more
COVID-19 has accelerated the need for companies within the travel and tourism industry to rapidly invest in digital strategies including the global online travel market which is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8% to reach $765.3 billion between 2022 and 2025, according to GlobalData. The leading data and analytics com… read more
Statement by President von der Leyen on further measures to respond to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine rages on, and Ukrainians fight bravely for their country, the European Union steps up once more its support for Ukraine and the sanctions against the aggressor – Putin’s Russia.
For the first time ever, the Eur… read more
Global airline body IATA on Monday urged the Centre for “swift normalisation” of international flight operations and called for discontinuation of air travel bubbles. The plea came on a day when the health ministry’s revised guidelines for international travellers kicked in, allowing passengers quarantine-free entry into the country besid… read more
Welcome to our second travel trends report of 2022. In this edition, we look at the top 10 destinations currently more popular than at this time in pre-pandemic 2019, plus the countries driving these booking surges.
And as shorter booking horizons of up to 59 days increase in popularity, we shine a spotlight on how traditi… read more
Positive signs: B2B exhibition industry improved further in Q4 2021
KLM / Air France to raise ticket price amid rising fuel prices; Lufthansa Group closely follows mark
Travel restrictions reduced for South Africans travelling to France
Skål International welcomes IATA leader to its membership
Online travel market set to reach $765.3 billion by 2025, says GlobalData
European Union closes its airspace to Russian aircraft
IATA urges centre to reopen international air routes
