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Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 11, 2022

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The Spanish government will allow unvaccinated children aged 12 to 17 from the UK to enter Spain from Monday (February 14). The change means that unvaccinated teens can enter the country if they present a negative PCR result for Covid-19, with the test carried out within 72 hours before arrival. Steve Heapy, chief executive of […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 11, 2022

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The highest numbers of domestic and international business travel bookings were recorded in the first week of February since May 2020. Latest data compiled for the Business Travel Association showed a 135% year-on-year increase. Bookings to two key international business destinations – Singapore and the UAE – surpassed levels achieved during the same week in […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 8, 2022

Bank of Valletta (BOV) again entrusted as Exclusive Malta Development Bank (MDB) Partner to support students achieve their ambitions. FSMA+ is an EU-funded scheme implemented by Malta Development Bank (MDB) through Bank of Valletta (BOV) Following the issue by the Malta Development Bank of an open call for expression of interest, Bank of Valletta has […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 8, 2022

Fully vaccinated visitors to Greece no longer have to take pre-departure tests before travelling to the country. But on-arrival tests may still be required in which case those who test positive and their travelling companions will have to self-isolate for at least five days and “until your fever drops”. The Greek government also “strongly recommends” […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 8, 2022

TUI’s summer travel bookings were steadily approaching pre-COVID-19 levels, the European holiday company said on Tuesday, helping it return a portion of the German state aid it received to weather the pandemic fallout. The world’s largest holiday company said 3.5 million TUI customers had booked a trip for summer 2022, as of Jan. 30, around […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 8, 2022

Automobile sales will likely rebound by 7.9% in the European Union in 2022 but remain far below the 2019 level, industry figures showed Tuesday. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) said it “now forecasts that passenger car registrations in the EU will return to growth this year, rising by 7.9% to reach 10.5 million units.” […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 8, 2022

Ferry services between Turkey and the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea, which halted for two years due to COVID-19 measures, are starting again, according to sectoral officials Tuesday. Yusuf Öztürk, the chairperson of the Chamber of Shipping in the western Turkish province of Izmir, said in a statement that with the resumption of ferry […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 7, 2022

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The Portuguese tourist board has confirmed that UK vaccine certification or proof of recovery will be accepted on entry into the country. The move is in line with European Union recommendations, with the UK one of 33 ‘third countries’ for which the bloc has a reciprocal agreement to accept Covid vaccine status. Last week, the […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 7, 2022

Palandöken ski resort in eastern Turkey’s Erzurum province has been attracting tourists from around the globe with its multitude of options for winter sports. Palandöken offers guests 15 kilometers (9.32 miles) of uninterrupted skiing as Turkey’s longest ski track, standing out with its easy transportation, comfortable accommodation and outdoor sports options. Both professionals and beginners […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 7, 2022

Morocco has reopened to international arrivals from today after being closed since late November due to the Omicron variant of Covid-19. Adult arrivals need proof they are fully vaccinated, with UK travellers required to show their NHS Covid Pass. Children under 18 are exempt from this requirement. But all arrivals aged six and above need […]

Category: Economy and Tourism

Spain to drop fully-vaccinated travel requirement for UK teenagers

Business travel bookings taking off but no full recovery yet

Malta | Additional €15 million for students furthering their Studies

Greece drops pre-departure tests for fully vaccinated arrivals

Pent-up demand to steer summer tourism recovery: TUI

EU auto sales likely to rebound this year: Industry

Turkey-Greek islands resume ferry services after 2-year virus halt

UK Covid Pass accepted for entry to Portugal

Palandöken ski resort in Turkey’s Erzurum attracts International Tourists

Morocco re-opens to International Arrivals

MHRA: Budget Burdens Threaten Tourism Competitiveness While Government Recurrent Spending Keeps Rising

MHRA: Quality and Respectful Tourism Must Remain the Priority

MHRA calls for Tax-Free Tips for Hospitality Workers

MHRA: Budget Burdens Threaten Tourism Competitiveness While Government Recurrent Spending Keeps Rising

MHRA: Quality and Respectful Tourism Must Remain the Priority

MHRA calls for Tax-Free Tips for Hospitality Workers