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8 July 2021

A World for Travel. Évora Forum will take place this September

The organisers of the ‘A World for Travel – Évora Forum,’ the new annual sustainable travel industry event, have confirmed that for this year’s conference will […]
8 July 2021

The Netherlands bans single-use plastics

As of this week, producers and importers in the Netherlands may no longer market certain products made of single-use plastic. These include cutlery, plates, and straws. […]
7 July 2021

Spain. Surge in Covid-19 cases force authorities to reimpose restrictions on nightlife

Authorities in Barcelona have announced that indoor nightlife activities will not be allowed again from this Friday July 9th. The government noted the flood of contagions, […]
7 July 2021

Germany repeals ban on travellers from UK, Portugal and others

On Monday Germany reopened its borders to travellers coming from the UK and Portugal, as well as several other countries, repealing a ban which had previously […]
7 July 2021

England lifts use of mask despite surge in Covid-19 cases caused by Delta variant

Despite a surge in the number of Covid-19 cases caused by the Delta variant, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday July 5th that he […]
6 July 2021

Vaccines and digital solutions to ease travel restrictions says UNWTO

According to the newest edition of the Travel Restrictions Report from the United Nations specialized agency for tourism, as of 1 June, 29% of all destinations […]
6 July 2021

Time for Change

Way back at the end of the last century it was evident that sustainable tourism was failing to deliver, there was too much greenwashing and not […]
6 July 2021

Nicholas Hodac: “European consumers are changing preferences towards more healthier drinks”

Covid-19 has turned the world upside down and challenged different sectors, with the food and drink industry being one of the most affected. Alone in the […]
5 July 2021

Two new cycling routes inaugurated in Brussels

Two new cycling routes were inaugurated in Brussels on Saturday July 3rd by Brussels Mobility, in collaboration with Brussels Environment, Walloon Brabant Tourism, Toerisme Vlaams-Brabant, Toerisme […]
5 July 2021

60,000 Visit Wallonia Passes each worth 80€ are now available

The Walloon government wants to support the tourism sector with a big boost and as of today, Monday July 5th, every household may be able to […]
5 July 2021

5 million British tourists could face EU travel issues due to unapproved Covid-19 vaccine

As many European countries announce extra measures for British travellers due to the spread of the Delta variant, another revelation threatens British residents’ ability to travel. Due […]
5 July 2021

State Department says U.S. passports will offer third gender option

On June 30th, the last day of Pride month, the US State Department announced it plans to make travel easier for transgender and non-binary people by enabling […]
5 July 2021

Global economy could lose over $4 trillion due to Covid-19 impact on tourism

The effects of the coronavirus pandemic could cause a loss of more than $4 trillion to the global GDP for the years 2020 and 2021, according […]
2 July 2021

EU to lift travel restrictions for 10 new third countries

Following a review under the recommendation on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU, the Council of the European Union […]
1 July 2021

Ireland: Only those vaccinated against or recovered from Covid to be allowed into pubs

On Tuesday June 29th, Ireland’s Prime Minister Micheál Martin announced that indoor activities, including dining and bar service, will not return as planned on July 5th. […]
1 July 2021
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Brussels Airport launches new “Welcome Back” tool to avoid queuing and reduce check-in times

Brussels Airport has developed the ‘Welcome Back’ tool to help passengers plan their trip so they can start their vacation with more ease. Based on flight […]