The officers of the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) are making an urgent appeal to the Minister of Civil Aviation and Minister of Tourism to establish protocols for travelers who have been vaccinated for COVID-19. In an open letter, the officers please for guidelines so that travelers can resume their activities and begin the […]
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New Zealand unveils new travel reimbursement scheme to support agents affected by COVID-19
17
Jan
Jan
The government of New Zealand has announced that it will pay travel agencies 7.5% of all refunds and 5% of credits successfully secured on behalf of consumers to help the travel and tourism sector and support New Zealanders in getting back the money they are owed from cancelled overseas travel plans caused by the pandemic. […]
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Agents of change: How can APAC’s travel industry come together to solve the contactless conundrum?
17
Jan
Jan
It is widely acknowledged that ‘contactless’ will be a necessary part of all aspects of the travel eco-system in the COVID-19 era, to ensure hygiene and to reassure passengers that it’s safe for them to travel again. The technology already exists to render most parts of the travel experience ‘touchless’ – from voice-activated screens, biometric […]
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Jan
Jan
Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) India has launched the Macao Specialist Programme for travel agents. COVID-19 pandemic has definitely brought the global economy on a standstill, with the travel and hospitality industry being hit the hardest. In such times, to continue staying connected with travel agents and keep them abreast about the developments in Macao, […]
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Jan
Jan
The government has published amended regulations that explicitly reference retail travel agents as businesses that are required to legally close in tier four areas within England. Trade body ABTA argued the confirmation was a welcome step in ensuring agents in England are eligible for grant support under the localised restrictions support grants regime. The previous […]