Travel

The Dutch government increased the flight tax from EUR7.95 to EUR26.43 per passenger per outbound flight, starting on 1 January 2023. New climate and environmental regulations from the European Commission and the Dutch government will increase the…

The volume of people travelling by air more than doubled in 2023, supported by the relaxation of border control measures, both within Taiwan and neighbouring Asian countries. With air travel having been off-limits during the pandemic, there was a…

Air Premier is an airline which initially launched in 2017. Unlike full service and low cost carriers, Air Premier is positioned as a "hybrid airline". Full service carriers are known to offer various airfares, but tend to be perceived as premium,…

In 2023, air passenger traffic continues to recover from the harsh fallout caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, with retail value sales nearing pre-pandemic levels. Slovaks are returning to similar air travel patterns as seen before the pandemic, spurred…

Airlines were severely impacted by the pandemic as it forced companies to adapt their offer, restructure their costs and redefine routes. With the gradual reopening of economies and air corridors, airlines are growing although the number of…

The number of passengers transported by airlines grew significantly in 2022, and has continued to grow in 2023, although to a much lesser degree. It has not yet reached the level seen before the COVID-19 crisis, although it is estimated that, in…

Amid the challenges faced by the industry, there have been notable developments that indicate a shift towards recovery and growth. One notable aspect is the restart of benefits, such as frequent flyer programs established at airlines. This move…

The number of people travelling by air continued to grow in 2023, with volumes exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Local airlines responded to the increase in demand by reopening routes that had been closed during the pandemic, as well as adding new…

The Mexican travel industry has demonstrated a remarkable resurgence, including airlines, with regional routes and connectivity playing a crucial part in recovery and growth. A significant topic of discussion within the industry revolves around the…

Travel in Vietnam is being supported by the revival of tourism following the era of the pandemic when such activities and industries were curtailed. In 2023, Deputy Minister Hoang Dao Cuong signed Decision No. 405/QD-BVHTTDL, which issued the…

In 2021 and 2022, pandemic-related travel restrictions controlled the travel industry’s performance, and the removal of these restrictions led to robust sales growth. China’s decision in January 2023 to remove all remaining restrictions on…

The absence of overhaul flights from Prague to destinations in the USA and Asia impacts the recovery of inbound tourism in 2023. As such, it is yet to reach pre-pandemic levels. Furthermore, many tourists from the USA are put off travel to Eastern…

As of 1 October 2022, Thailand fully lifted all pandemic-related border requirements. To enter the country, international travellers no longer needed to show proof of vaccination, or a negative COVID-19 test. This resulted in a strong recovery for…

Travel in Spain is seeing a return to pre-pandemic levels in Spain in 2023, with good weather over the Easter and May bank holidays boosting domestic tourism. Summer is also proving to be incredibly positive for inbound travel, as Spain has become a…

In March 2023, New Zealand garnered a spot among a select group of countries granted Approved Destination Status (ADS) by China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism. This development marked the country's phased reopening of its borders. In the…

Travel in Malaysia continues on a strong path to recovery boosted by the end of the pandemic and a strong desire to travel again. There has been a significant increase in international travel thanks to the lifting of restrictions and COVID-19 related…

In 2023, Kenya's travel landscape is undergoing transformative trends that hold significant promise for its tourism industry. The relaxation of China's travel ban marks a crucial turning point, instilling renewed optimism in Kenya's tourism sector.…

Japan finally eased its various regulations around COVID-19 in 2023. This has had a significant impact on the travel industry in 2023, not only in terms of deregulation, but also in terms of changes in consumers’ perception of and behaviour towards…

Travel in Italy is performing very well in 2023, with increasing travel flows both inbound and domestic. Domestic trips are seeing a particularly fast recovery with consumers looking to take holidays in closer proximity to their home with the…

With the World Health Organisation declaring the pandemic to be over in early 2023 and with COVID-19 restrictions no longer in place the outlook for travel in Israel is much brighter. This has led to a surge in inbound arrivals and outbound…