outstanding news

WHO: Closing borders ineffective in fight against Covid-19

WHO: Closing borders ineffective in fight against Covid-19

The World Health Organization (WHO) has argued travel restrictions “do not provide added value” in the fight against Covid-19. Updating advice on international regulations to combat the virus, the body said international traffic bans should be lifted or eased

American Airlines reports huge losses in 2021

American Airlines reports huge losses in 2021

American Airlines has reported a net loss of $5.4 billion, or $8.38 per share, for 2021. However, the airline transported more than 165 million passengers last year, more than any other United States-based carrier

Travel Trade Caribbean dedicates edition to FITUR 2022

Travel Trade Caribbean dedicates edition to FITUR 2022

This issue highlights the actions of the World Tourism Organization in favor of a more inclusive, innovative and sustainable sector; initiatives of the Caribbean Tourism Organization for a better preparation of the area’s professionals, as well as...

TTC Special: Golf: Good news for global tourism industry

TTC Special: Golf: Good news for global tourism industry

In golf when a player hits the ball directly into the hole with just one stroke make an excellent "hole in one". The global golf tourism market could make its "hole in one" during 2021-2025 when according to experts will grow annually in spite of pandemic...

Point of View: Air Canada cancel flights

Point of View: Air Canada cancel flights

Air Canada has announced the suspension of its flights to 15 Caribbean destinations, including Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata, and Samaná, from January 24 to April 30

UN Report: Economic recovery in 2022

UN Report: Economic recovery in 2022

The latest edition of the UN World Economic Situation and Prospects report uses key UNWTO data on international tourist arrivals and tourism receipts to illustrate how the pandemic’s impact has been felt beyond the sector itself

New tourism route

New tourism route

The Dominican Republic, Costa Rica and Panama are due to launch a brand-new tourism route that will make it easier for American travelers to visit all three highly popular destinations