World tourism inched back in 2021, still a fraction of pre-pandemic levels
Madrid, Spain Reuters The world tourism industry barely improved last year compared to 2020, with all indicators staying way below pre-pandemic levels and industry professionals not expecting a full recovery before 2024, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) said on Tuesday. The tourism industry suffered a huge blow in 2020 as a result of lockdowns and […]
Religious tour operators hope for a better 2021 following coronavirus travel restrictions
New York City, US Religion Unplugged The pandemic has affected the global economy in unprecedented ways – with religious tourism especially brought to its knees as a result of the virus. Six months since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, the travel industry continues to struggle as restrictions continue, many hotels […]
TOURISM: TOP SPOTS CRACK DOWN AS THEY BECOME VICTIMS OF THEIR OWN SUCCESS
EMMA BATHA, writing for Thomson Reuters Foundation, reports on how nations are coping with the growing influx of tourists around the world…