Pleased to share this latest IATF Resolution 150-A, s. 2021 stipulating that effective 1 December 2021, fully vaccinated nationals of non-visa required countries under Executive Order No. 408 (s.1960), as amended, shall be allowed to enter the Philippines until 15 December 2021, subject to the following conditions: Holders of passports …
Read More »6 Sustainable Destinations in the Philippines for Tropical Travel
Surrounding yourself in nature holds many wellness benefits, from reducing stress to enhancing the immune system. In the Philippines, it is possible to experience this feeling of wellbeing while traveling to fun and nature-friendly destinations. The Philippines Department of Tourism will be highlighting sustainable travel post-pandemic as it works towards …
Read More »DOT: PHL to welcome international tourists soon
On the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) request, on November 19, 2021, the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) “has approved in principle the entry of fully vaccinated tourists from Green List countries/territories/jurisdictions,” according to guidelines that may be finalised and approved by the IATF-EID. The …
Read More »Comeback of tourism industry
Following the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases’ (IATF-EID) decision to reduce the quarantine period for travellers from both green and yellow list countries, or those with low and medium infections, the tourism chief made the announcement. The Department of Tourism (DOT) has been working to …
Read More »Increased eagerness to visit UK
New research from VisitBritain highlights British expats’ top motivations for travel to the UK. It further provides valuable insights to harness the pent-up demand from British expats to visit the UK and to boost visitor spending. The study suggested that 60% of UAE travellers planned to visit friends and relatives on …
Read More »Uganda meets UAE travel trade
Since the epidemic, Uganda Tourism and its partners staged a first roadshow in Dubai. Over 70 agents from Dubai attended the event, which included onsite business-to-business meetings. Middle East is considered an emerging market for Uganda hence its importance was stressed at the event. Lily Ajarova, Chief Executive Officer, Uganda …
Read More »YAS ISLAND: welcomes back international visitors
It is time to return to Yas Island, the most exciting and entertaining destination in the UAE The first Warner Bros. hotel is set to open on the island very soon, giving visitors another reason to return. Liam Findlay, General Manager, Experience Hub, speaks with TRAVTALK about the many new …
Read More »Re-discover shopping in Germany
Mark your calendars on 23rd November 2021 at 12noon UAE time to revisit destination Germany with a special focus as a much loved shopping destination. In this webinar the focus will be about one of the most exclusive department stores in Germany, Breuninger. Shehara Rizly Germany has been one of …
Read More »European cities most in demand
Following the resumption of flights, several European countries have gradually opened their borders to leisure travel, and residents of the UAE have been looking for notable European cities to visit. As travel in Europe reopens, Wego delves into its travel search data to identify which European cities residents are looking …
Read More »Boracay plans to waive RT-PCR testing for fully-vaccinated tourists
All tourism employees and eligible Boracay residents are expected to be fully vaccinated in one month, allowing fully vaccinated individuals to visit the world-famous island without having to undergo COVID-19 testing as early as November. As of October 24, the vaccination had reached 91.09 per cent of all tourism workers …
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