Newsletter - 08th October 2020

Daily News Updates / 08th October 2020

Trends
Average distance Indians travelled from June to August 2020 is down by 56% year-over-year: Booking.com Travel may not be the same during these unprecedented times, but data from Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel players reveals that the happiness travel can b... READ MORE

Associations
WTTC responds to crucial EU Tourism Ministers meeting and statement During this important meeting, Tourism Ministers agreed to urgently conclude negotiations and a coordinated response to allow free movement, which is very encouraging and will be ... READ MORE

Associations
WTTC launches new report on the Future of Travel & Tourism in a Post-COVID World New report by WTTC and Oliver Wyman provides recommendations on how to ensure more seamless recovery of the sector. The World Travel & Tourism Council [WTTC], unv... READ MORE

Hospitality
Accor opens its 40th Pullman Hotel in Greater China The Pullman Resort Xishuangbanna is situated in one of China’s burgeoning tourism regions in the heart of Sunac Xishuangbanna Resort, an 880,000 square meters cultural and touri... READ MORE

Hospitality
Accor launches ‘Missed Celebrations’ offer ‘Missed Celebrations’ offer guests the opportunity to celebrate their anniversaries, birthdays, family dinners or small gatherings with friends and earn rewards. The offer is ... READ MORE

Aviation
Emirates advances its distribution capabilities with launch of new NDC-powered gateway for trade partners Emirates has launched a suite of connectivity options for its trade partners around the world to easily and directly access the airline’s rich content and other services. Dev... READ MORE

Appointments
Sherry Bhatia Takes Over As The New President Of HRAWI Prior to becoming the President, Bhatia served as the Association’s Sr. Vice President and has been an active member for over 20 years.Hotel and Restaurant Association of Wester... READ MORE

Hospitality
The Oberoi Group collaborates with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group By working together across all facets of the guest experience, the two groups will curate new and exclusive experiences, available at Oberoi and Mandarin Oriental hotels. The O... READ MORE

Hospitality
Wyndham launches its Jaipur Ramgarh Resort Wyndham Hotels & Resorts signs franchise agreement with Eagleshorizon Private Limited, a real estate company based out of Jaipur, Rajashthan for a new-build resort in Jaipur u... READ MORE

Hospitality
Vertex – The Liquid Restaurant at Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata opens its doors The bar boasts of an inventory of new world wines presented by the in-house sommelier, along with a collection of whisky and beers, spirits and liqueurs. Vertex, the ‘Liquid ... READ MORE

Aviation
Emirates expands its network in Europe to 31 destinations with restart of flights to Budapest, Bologna, Lyon, Dusseldorf and Hamburg Emirates has announced it will resume flights to Budapest (from 21 October), Bologna (1st November), Dusseldorf (1st November), Hamburg (1st November) and Lyon (4th November), exp... READ MORE

Aviation
Emirates enhances airport experience with self Emirates has introduced self check-in and bag drop kiosks for a more seamless airport experience at Terminal 3, Dubai International Airport. The service is now available to custom... READ MORE

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