After more than 150 countries worldwide dropped all Covid-related travel restrictions in 2022, Thailand now sets a worrying precedent by taking a step back and stating they intend to reinstate restrictions. Thailand joined many other nations in dropping all Covid-related restrictions in October 2022 and reopening for normal travel. But just three short months later,…
Travel Guide: The Gambia
Why you should make The Gambia your next holiday destination. Britons looking for a winter sun holiday destination would do well to consider The Gambia in West Africa, for the winter sun jaunt. This strangely-shaped slither of land protrudes into Senegal and is just a six-hour flight from the UK, shares the same time zone,…
Top 10 Biggest Travel Trends For 2023
Travel made a big comeback in 2022. We saw the reopening of borders, the elimination of COVID requirements, and a surge in travel around the world. Now, with (hopefully) the worst of the pandemic behind us, we can look forward to what is to come this year. And as travelers make plans for 2023, we…
This Beautiful Southeast Asian Country Has Lifted All Travel Restrictions Returning To Normal Tourism
Another Southeast Asian destination has lifted all Covid requirements returning to normal ahead of 2023. With immediate effect, Americans are no longer be subject to strict health controls traveling to Laos which is one of the most beautiful, and awe-inspiring countries in the sub-continent. After sealing itself off from the rest of the world for…
U.S. Reinstates Travel Restrictions – Now Requiring Tests For Passengers From China
If you thought COVID tests and traveler entry requirements were long over, you were thinking too soon because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just announced today that as of January 5, any traveler from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), and regions Hong Kong, and Macau will need a negative COVID test…
Travel Counsellors begins its 2023 recruitment drive
Travel Counsellors, look towards welcoming new recruits in 2023 after bumper sales and a record year for franchisees. In 2022, Travel Counsellors welcomed over 100 new franchisees globally, with October and November seeing the largest intake of new franchisees since the Thomas Cook collapse. Three new corporate business owners also joined the Travel Counsellor helm…
ABTA Members’ customers travel with confidence in latest campaign
ABTA has launched the second phase of its annual flagship Travel with confidence campaign with a customer-focused video to be promoted through social media advertising. The campaign launches on Boxing Day to coincide with the start of the peak holiday booking season and to promote and support members during the busy period. The two-minute video shares testimonials from…
Travel scams experts reveal 2023’s biggest threats
Amid reports that January is the busiest month for booking holidays in Europe, experts at Scams.info have provided expert tips on how to avoid the most widespread scams targeting tourists abroad. Transport When taking trips abroad, it’s vital to consider how you will travel throughout the country beforehand. Unregulated airport taxis could take advantage of the…
U.S. Travel Warning Amid Powerful Winter Storm Will Impact Holiday Travel
An immense winter storm is sweeping the U.S. and will bring record-low temperatures to many across the country. This will be a serious issue for travelers heading off to their Christmas destinations, as President Biden has just issued a ‘leave now’ warning to those with travel plans. Blizzard conditions will put travel plans at risk…
Ireland Named Europe’s Best Travel Destination – Here’s Why So Many Americans Love It
or the ninth year in a row, Ireland has been crowned Europe’s Best Travel Destination at the annual Travel Weekly Reader’s Choice Awards. It beats off strong competitors – with Greece, Italy, and Croatia, to name a few – but what is it about this chilly insular nation that has got sun-loving Americans so infatuated…