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Mediterranean ObserverDecember 11, 2021

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) states that some of the hospitality industry could suffer irreparable damage if wage subsidies that support thousands of workers and which are in place till end 2021 are stopped by Government, and are not extended till at least March 2022. MHRA commends Government’s vision, specifically the wage supplement […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 9, 2021

70 per cent of available seats were occupied Over 315,000 passengers travelled through the Malta International Airport last month – a drop of 36 per cent over pre-COVID numbers. According to MIA, this was the lowest percentage drop registered since the start of the pandemic. This means that almost 70 per cent of the 455,802 […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 9, 2021

The International Air Transport Association is demanding governments follow World Health Organisation (WHO) advice and rescind travel bans introduced in response to latest Covid-19 variant. WHO advice for international traffic in the Omicron variant said: “Blanket travel bans will not prevent the international spread, and they place a heavy burden on lives and livelihoods. “They […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 8, 2021

This International Civil Aviation Day, the UN Aviation and World Tourism organizations (ICAO/UNWTO) have issued a joint call for efforts to reconnect the world to be accelerated. The COVID-19 pandemic brought global air mobility and tourism to an abrupt halt. It also pressed pause on trillions of dollars worth of economic activity. Millions of livelihoods […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 7, 2021

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The emergence of the new Omicron variant coupled with new travel restrictions will inhibit demand for last minute travel over the Christmas period. The warning came from air ticket data firm ForwardKeys which noted a slowdown in bookings, down to 54% of 2019 pre-pandemic levels in late November. The downturn was closely correlated with a […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 7, 2021

Malta International Airport on Saturday welcomed the first two flights from Zagreb and Parma, which will be operated on Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout winter by Lauda Europe and Malta Air respectively, both of which are part of Ryanair Holdings. While Italy is one of Malta International Airport’s most popular markets, connected by flights to 16 […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 3, 2021

On 2-3 December 2021, HOTREC welcomed national associations and prominent speakers in Lyon for its 83rd General Assembly. Delegates voiced their grave concerns for the sector’s viability and urged policymakers to ramp up support actions. The European hospitality industry is severely concerned by a resurgence of infection rates and lockdown measures. HOTREC General Assembly discussions […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 2, 2021

A new strategy for Malta’s tourism sector up to 2030 was announced on Thursday, with the stated aim being to breathe new life into the sector by looking at new ways for sustainable growth. Launched by Tourism Minister Clayton Bartolo, the strategy is based on three pillars: helping the industry continue to recover from the […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 1, 2021

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Almost three-quarters of UK holidaymakers perceive instant refunds to be the most important factor when their travel is cancelled or changed. In addition, 76% agree that prompt refunds are key when booking travel since the pandemic. Transparent (84%) and flexible travel booking policies (80%) were cited as key considerations for travellers when booking their 2022 […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 1, 2021

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An international code for the protection of tourists is being proposed in response to the drop in consumer confidence caused by the pandemic. Heralded as a “landmark legal code”, the initiative by the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) aims to provide minimum standards and consumer rights for travellers in emergency situations. It was developed in […]

Category: Aviation

“Hospitality sector could suffer unrepairable damage if wage supports is discontinued”, Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association

Malta Airport registers Lowest Drop in Passengers since Start of Pandemic

IATA calls for Omicron Travel Bans to be Lifted

ICAO/UNWTO joint statement: International Civil Aviation Day Message

Omicron variant ‘to hit Last-Minute Travel over Christmas’

Malta | First direct link with Croatia established with introduction of Zagreb flight

HOTREC 83rd General Assembly in Lyon | European Hospitality calls for Urgent Support

Malta | Tourism Strategy focuses on Sustainable Growth, Seeking New Sectors

Refunds ‘more of a priority than low prices’ for travel booking since pandemic

International Tourist Protection code mooted to Boost Travel Confidence

The Speaker meets with MHRA to discuss Parliament’s role and the tourism sector

MHRA Commends On-the-Spot Fines for Strengthening Visible Police Enforcement

Budget 2027 | Economic Transformation Requires Careful Calibration of Economic Policies

The Speaker meets with MHRA to discuss Parliament’s role and the tourism sector

MHRA Commends On-the-Spot Fines for Strengthening Visible Police Enforcement

Budget 2027 | Economic Transformation Requires Careful Calibration of Economic Policies