Boeing has confirmed it will cut a further 7,000 jobs as losses from the Covid-19 pandemic continue to devastate the aviation sector.The US manufacturer, which had already announced deep cuts, said st…
South America
Machu Picchu reopened for locals – tour packages are half-priced
Since the November 1, Machu Picchu reopened to national tourists to promote domestic tourism, offering tours at 50% of the price before the pandemic.The Government has scheduled the reopening of Machu…
Peru’s Machu Picchu reopening Sunday after pandemic closure
MACHU PICCHU, Peru (AP) — Except workers repairing roads and signs, Peru’s majestic Incan citadel of Machu Picchu is eerily empty ahead of its reopening Sunday after seven months of closur…
Brazil: tourism sector revenue drops 33.6% in 2020
The Brazilian tourism sector revenue was R$ 70.4 billion between January and August 2020.This is a decrease of 33.6% compared to the same period in 2019.In the period under review, the sector’s …
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge and Other Amazon Destinations
Have you ever dreamed of exploring the Amazon jungle and river regions on an adventure vacation? We’ve just posted a review of Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge in Brazil, the latest option we’ve c…
South Georgia message to potential visitors, “If you can get here, we are open”
During the uncertain times, the pandemic has presented, the Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands were glad to be able to speak directly to tourism industry representatives last…
Argentina resumes domestic flights with strict health protocols
Argentina resumed regular domestic flights this week after an interruption of seven months due to the Covid-19 pandemic, although within a format of restrictions and health protocols limiting operatio…
Enterprise Rent-A-Car expands across Latin America
Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand has opened its first locations in Aruba and Panama, as well as 25 additional branches in Brazil.The new locations – which are already taking reservations – join…
TRIP: How is the tourism voucher scheme launched in the Falklands
Today, as part of a raft of recovery measures designed to support businesses and stimulate economic growth throughout the Falkland Islands during the global pandemic, the island’s government (FI…
Mexico’s tourism lost millions of tourists
Mexican tourism industry has designed new strategies to attract tourists by progressive reopening of destinations, including beaches, archaeological sites, and the so-called “magical towns&rdquo…