While UK consumers face tighter budgets in the wake of increased inflation, appetite for travel and experiences remains strong according to research commissioned by global payments platform Paysafe. Sixteen percent of people in the UK report spending more on package holidays and 15% spending more on flights than they did before the cost-of-living crisis. A…
Pubs and restaurants struggle to remain optimistic with average energy costs up 80% on last year
New industry-wide data shows just 29% of hospitality businesses feel optimistic about the next 12 months, with energy their biggest concern, prompting an alliance of trade bodies to once again make a plea for Government to direct energy suppliers to offer fair rates. The survey asked people running pubs, bars, restaurants and other hospitality businesses…
Popular Playa Del Carmen Beach To Remain Closed To Tourists Due To Seaweed
`Sargassum seaweed continues to accumulate along Mexico’s Caribbean coast, with a number of beaches in the area battling an excessive landfall. Playa El Recodo, one of the most popular beaches in Playa Del Carmen, is one of those greatly affected, with local authorities announcing the natural attraction will remain off-limits temporarily. Recently, Mexico has quickly…
Masks On Flights Remain Mandatory For At Least Another 2 Weeks
The US government announced on Wednesday that all transportation networks will be extending the mask mandate requirement for planes, trains, buses, and public transportation until at least May 3, 2022. Travelers especially were expecting to see the end of this rule, as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) had already extended this mandate several times and…
Cancun And Riviera Maya Will Remain At ‘Yellow’ Risk Despite Soaring Cases
The Governor has announced that the state of Quintana Roo, which is home to the popular resort city of Cancun, will remain at the ‘Yellow’ alert warning level for the week of January 17th to the 23rd. Governor Carlos Joaquín said the despite the record breaking cases over the last two days, hospital capacity remains…
Dominican Republic To Remain Open For Tourism With No Testing Or Vaccination Requirement
The Dominican Republic will not require tests or vaccination passports to enter hotels, tourist attractions, or bars and restaurants despite fears. According to local media on October 8th, the Ministry of Public Health announced people would need to present vaccination certificates to enter gyms, bars, sports venues, entertainment centers, schools, and workplaces. However, the Ministry of Tourism announced tourists wouldn’t…
