According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), both international and domestic travel demand increased significantly in July 2021 when compared to June, but demand remained far below pre-pandemic levels. Extensive government-imposed travel restrictions continue to stall international market recovery. Because comparisons between 2021 and 2020 monthly results are distorted by the extraordinary impact of…
UK Set To Remove Its Traffic Light Travel Restrictions
The British government could be set to get rid of the country’s controversial traffic light system for international travel in the next few weeks. Information regarding the government’s planned overhaul of the traffic light system – a system that has been criticised non-stop by several different groups since its inception – was revealed by the BBC on Wednesday evening,…
Why Mersea Island in Essex is the perfect place to relax in a caravan
Thereâs always something dramatic about crossing a causeway to reach an island, hoping the tide wonât suddenly rush in and wash you away. This is the only access by car, and there are times when itâs completely covered by the sea. Mersea is the UKâs most easterly inhabited island, five miles long and two miles…
UK Traffic Light System could be scrapped by October
The traffic light system is to be revamped to allow fully jabbed travellers to visit other countries with similar levels of vaccination without any need to quarantine. The amber list will disappear leaving a two-tier system of green and red. Unsafe countries will remain on the red list and travellers returning to the UK from…
Venice Will Implement Reservation System And Track Tourists
Venice is one of the most visited cities in Italy and Europe, welcoming 25 million visitors per year and over 193,000 in a single day during the 2019 Carnival. This has led to significant problems with overcrowding, which the city is trying to combat. Last month, Venice announced that they would be introducing an entry…
A Week in Barcelona | 7 Day Itinerary
Barcelona is one of the best city destinations in Europe, that can offer something for every kind of traveller to enjoy. From breathtaking architecture to world-renowned restaurants and miles of sandy beaches, it has everything you could need for a fantastic holiday! The only issue you face when coming to Barcelona is that there is…
Bookworms rejoice! Explore fascinating cities through Kimpton Book Club
While travel bucket lists may be on hold for some of us right now, discovering new places, cultures and people through the pages of a book is still filled with the promise of pleasure and escape. Book buying grew by up to 400% week on week at some points during the pandemic, as many rediscovered…
Spain Reinstates Travel Restrictions For U.S. Visitors
Travel restrictions have been reimposed on U.S. passengers and proof of vaccination is required for all non-essential travel to Spain. Spain has officially removed the United States from its âwhite listâ, meaning restrictions on U.S. passengers have been reinstated and proof of vaccination will now be required before travel. Starting September 6th, all travelers from…
Liberty Island to reopen on United States Independence Day
Officials at the United States National Park Service has confirmed Liberty Island, damaged by Hurricane Sandy, will reopen on July 4th. Ellis Island, also damaged in the storm, requires more extensive repairs and remains closed. There is no reopening date at this time. Advance reservations are required for access to the Statue of Libertyâs crown.…
SUPER SEVEN SERIES -2nd podcast drops – interviews with travel identities – who’s next?
The Super Seven Series drops the second of seven episodes, when we have a lively chat with the ever bubbly Georgia Rickard, and catch up on all the goss, her best experiences and her favourite places to travel. About Georgia Rickard – she is a multi-award-winning magazine editor. The former Editor at Large for Virgin Australia, and…