With international arrivals dropping by 74 per cent and worldwide destinations welcoming 1 billion fewer international arrivals than in the previous year (2019), the Un

74% drop in arrivals: UNWTO confirms 2020 'worst year on record' for global tourism

With international arrivals dropping by 74 per cent and worldwide destinations welcoming 1 billion fewer international arrivals than in the previous year (2019), the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has confirmed 2020 as the 'worst year on record' for global tourism.&nbsp;
'The collapse in international travel represents an estimated loss of $1.3 trillion in export revenues, that is more than 11 times the loss recorded during the 2009 global economic crisis,' the UNWTO&nbsp;report said.
The report projects a mixed response for tourism recovery as more than 50 per cent of those surveyed said they expect&nbsp;a rebound to occur only in 2022 as compared to 21 per cent in October 2020.

With international arrivals dropping by 74 per cent and worldwide destinations welcoming 1 billion fewer international arrivals than in the previous year (2019), the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has confirmed 2020 as the 'worst year on record' for global tourism. 'The collapse in international travel represents an estimated loss of $1.3 trillion in export revenues, that is more than 11 times the loss recorded during the 2009 global economic crisis,' the UNWTO report said. The report projects a mixed response for tourism recovery as more than 50 per cent of those surveyed said they expect a rebound to occur only in 2022 as compared to 21 per cent in October 2020.

South Goa's Cola beach, which was once a hidden gem, has now witnessed a surge in travellers after Covid-19 restrictions were lifted in the state. According to reports

South Goa's Cola beach, which was once a hidden gem, has now witnessed a surge in travellers after Covid-19 restrictions were lifted in the state.
According to reports, the search queries about the&nbsp;beach has witnessed an increase on Google since October.
What's attracting tourists to the secluded beach is the stunning freshwater stream that finds its way to the sea.
While the blue lagoon was always a favourite for the locals, it is only now that it's become a hot spot for tourists.&nbsp;
Surrounded by hills, lush green trees and kayakers, this stream is a photographer's delight.&nbsp;

A 56-bedroom nuclear bunker, from the Cold War era is up for auction in UK for just over £435000. Located near Salcombe, in Devon, the bunker which was built in

A 56-bedroom nuclear bunker, from the Cold War era is up for auction in UK for just over &pound;435000.
Located near Salcombe, in Devon, the bunker which was built in 1941 as a World War II era radar station, has over 2 underground storeys.
In the 1950s, it was restored to serve as a regional government base and was kept on standby till the 1990s.
The bunker was kept fully operational, so it could be used in case any bomb would go off.
The caretaker of the bunker even mentioned how it may be haunted, after a wartime pilot has been heard allegedly stalking its tunnels.

Brooklyn's famed Peter Luger Steak House has teamed with Madame Tussauds to have celebrity wax figures mingle with patrons, promoting the easing of coronavirus pandemic

Brooklyn's famed Peter Luger Steak House has teamed with Madame Tussauds to have celebrity wax figures mingle with patrons, promoting the easing of coronavirus pandemic restrictions on indoor dining in New York City.
A wax Jon Hamm &mdash; known for his portrayal of ad executive Draper in the hit TV series &mdash; could be found at the restaurant's bar Friday with a cocktail in hand.
Other figures on loan from Madame Tussauds include Michael Strahan, Jimmy Fallon, Al Roker and Audrey Hepburn in Holly Golightly of "Breakfast at Tiffany's" mode.
As of Friday, restaurants in the city were allowed to fill 35% of their indoor seats, up from 25% previously.

Nearly 65 per cent of people surveyed by travel bookings site MakeMyTrip say they are looking forward to travelling in the next two months as the nationwide Covid-

Nearly 65 per cent of people surveyed by travel bookings site MakeMyTrip&nbsp;say they are looking forward to travelling in the next two months as the nationwide Covid-19 vaccination drive is underway.
Of the 2,000 people surveyed,&nbsp;81% of respondents say they will travel for leisure, 55% want to visit friends and relatives, and 46% for business or work once they are vaccinated.
In addition to this, 40% said they have taken at least one or two mini-vacations during the pandemic.&nbsp;
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American low cost airline JetBlue is all set to debut one of the biggest beds in the sky! The beds will feature in the airline's A321neos flights from

American low cost airline JetBlue&nbsp;is all set to debut one of the biggest beds in the sky!&nbsp;
The beds will feature in the airline's&nbsp;A321neos flights from Boston and New York to London.
The new Mint Studio could help revolutionise business class travel&nbsp;as it&nbsp;comes with a seat that turns into a fully flat bed with its own private door. The seat is joined to a sofa that together convert into one of the largest beds in the sky.
JetBlue&nbsp;hopes to price the new offerings within the reach of most travellers.
Some of the other features of the Mint Studio include customizable lighting, storage nooks, wireless charging and a&nbsp;17&rdquo; TV.
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T'way Air, a South Korean budget airline is offering a unique experience for travellers, unable to fly amid the Covid-19 outbreak. The airline has opened a 'room' on C

T'way Air, a South Korean budget airline is offering a unique experience for travellers, unable to fly amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
The airline has opened a 'room' on Clubhouse and they will offer an unique&nbsp;ASMR&nbsp;experience to listeners, using different sounds from a flight.
Cabin crew members and pilots were seen rehearsing at the company offices in Seoul.&nbsp;On the Clubhouse app, cabin crew checked in and greeted listeners as if they were boarding an actual plane.
When the imaginary flight to Guam took off, the captain even added a twist to his usual announcement. "I hope our passengers don't despair during this difficult situation and never lose hope in the future," he said "Please stay healthy until we meet again on an international flight."

New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International airport is most likely opening its fourth runway for operations by September this year. According to reports, the runway i

Travellers at New Delhi's&nbsp;Indira Gandhi International airport are in for a smoother journey as the airport's fourth runway could be ready for operations this September.
According to reports, the runway is nearing completion and once operational, it will cut down waiting time for approaching and departing flights. It will also increase the airport's per hour flight handling capacity.&nbsp;
This also means fewer flight delays in the fog season as the new runway will come equipped with advanced landing systems, allowing aircrafts&nbsp;to land and take-off in visibility as low as 50 metres.&nbsp;
It will also be able to cater to the biggest passenger aircraft in the world, the Airbus A380.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 26th 'Hunar Haat' on Sunday that brings together indigenous artisans and craftsmen from across the country at the Jawahar

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 26th 'Hunar Haat' on Sunday that brings together indigenous artisans and craftsmen from across the country at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
The Union Ministry of Minority Affairs is organising the 'Hunar Haat' on the theme of "Vocal for Local" from February 20 to March 1 2021.&nbsp;More than 600 artisans and craftsmen from more than 31 States and Union Territories are participating in the fair.&nbsp;
The visitors will also enjoy traditional delicacies from every region of the country at a "Bawarchikhana" section.
People can also enjoy various cultural and musical programmes to be presented by renowned artists of the country.

According to an online survey conducted in January 2021, 52 per cent of millennials say they are eager to holiday abroad this summer as Covid-19 vaccinations begin in f

According to an online survey conducted in January 2021, 52 per cent of millennials say they are eager to holiday abroad this summer as Covid-19 vaccinations begin in full force.&nbsp;
The&nbsp;Business of Travel Trade&nbsp;Sentiment Tracker found that&nbsp;75 per cent millennials would prefer to go to foreign destinations with fewer Covid-19 cases while 71 per cent would opt for destinations with defined protocols for the pandemic to avoid unnecessary hassles.
62 per cent millennials would prefer Thailand, followed by Singapore at 58 per cent, UAE&nbsp;at 52 per cent, and Maldives at 46 per cent.

The Indian Railways has rolled out its first-ever air-conditioned three-tier economy class coach. According to reports, the Railway Ministry claims it is the chea

The Indian Railways has rolled out its first-ever&nbsp;air-conditioned three-tier economy class coach.
According to reports, the Railway Ministry claims it is the cheapest and best AC travel in the world.
The new economy class coach has been manufactured by the Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala in Punjab. It comes with enhanced passenger capacity, fire alarm systems, toilet-entry doors that are friendly for the differently-abled and ergonomic ladders.
The prototype coach will now be tested by the Research Designs &amp; Standards Organisation. 100 such coaches will be manufactured in the ongoing financial year.&nbsp;

A rubbish collection tour, called 'Clean Up Kayak' is gaining steam in Australia's Sydney Harbour. According to its founder Laura Stone, the aim is to clean waters

A rubbish collection tour, called 'Clean Up Kayak' is gaining steam in Australia's Sydney Harbour.&nbsp;According to its founder Laura Stone, the aim is to clean waters of harbour.
The tours are offered four to five times a week and each participant is given a bucket, sieve and a paddle.&nbsp;Though the tours began several years ago, they kept people busy amid the pandemic when people were searching for something to do.
According to a Reuters report, the tours this month are estimated to collect 200kg of rubbish.

The UK government has introduced mandatory hotel quarantine on returnees from 33 countries on a 'high-risk' list to control the spread of new coronavirus variants.

The UK government has introduced mandatory hotel quarantine on returnees from 33 countries on a 'high-risk' list to control the spread of new coronavirus&nbsp;variants.&nbsp;
The 10-day self-isolation rule applies to all UK citizens and permanent residents returning from&nbsp;South America, southern Africa, Portugal and other places where the South African Covid-19 variant has been found. The list does not include India.&nbsp;
The stay will cost travellers&nbsp;&pound;1,750 or Rs. 1.8 lakhs&nbsp;approximately. Failure of complying with the quarantine&nbsp;rule will invite fines of up to &pound;10,000.&nbsp;

While air travel has taken a major blow due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there is one particular air route that has emerged as the busiest in the world and it definitely c

A particular air route has emerged as the busiest in the world and it definitely comes as a surprise! As per Travel analyst OAG, the route between Orlando International Airport in Florida and San Juan in Puerto Rico has topped the list. Last month, the Dubai-London Heathrow route was leading but owing to the pandemic, the UK stopped air travel to the UAE. The route from&nbsp;Dubai to Delhi came in second while Cairo-Jeddah&nbsp;has been ranked third.
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The air is filled with festive spirit in Lahaul-Spiti as a 2-month-long snow festival is underway in the picturesque hill station. The Snow Festival began on the 2

The air is filled with festive spirit in Lahaul-Spiti as a 2-month-long snow festival is underway in the picturesque hill station.&nbsp;The Snow Festival began on the 25th of January and will go on till March.&nbsp;Tourists from across the country are flocking to the region to immerse themselves in the rich culture and tradition of Lahaul-Spiti.&nbsp;The festival features folk songs, dances, snow-sculptures, knitting competitions, ice climbing and other unique games.
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Once a farming community, this South Korean island is now an Instagrammer's paradise. With vast fields of lavender, homes painted lilac and a purple bridge, t

Once a farming community, this South Korean island is now an Instagrammer's&nbsp;paradise.&nbsp;With vast fields of lavender, homes painted lilac and a purple bridge, the&nbsp;Banwol Island is home to fewer than 150 residents.
The 'Purple Island' project was planned in 2015 with an aim to create 'attractive island destinations'. With the borders of the country shut due to the pandemic, locals are flocking to this island, just a few hours away from Seoul to unwind and capture its mesmerising beauty.

Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano, continued to spew lava, ashes and volcanic stones on Thursday. The eruption, which featured spectacular displays of gus

Mount Etna, Europe&rsquo;s most active volcano, continued to spew lava, ashes and volcanic stones on Thursday.
The eruption, which featured spectacular displays of gushing lava, forced the temporary closure of Sicily's Catania Airport, a frequent occurrence when Etna is in an active phase.
Nearby residents said the eruption was unusual in that big chunks of volcanic stones carpeted the area, not just ash.
Etna is a popular tourist destination, and its eruptions, especially when seen at night, are spectacular to watch.

Caravan tourism may soon be a reality in Maharashtra after the government cleared the caravan policy on Wednesday, allowing private players to set up caravan parks and

Caravan tourism may soon be a reality in Maharashtra after the government cleared the policy on Wednesday, allowing private players to set up caravan parks and get the vehicles for tourism purposes. The move comes in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak and concerns for safe tourism. As per the policy, there will be various types of caravans, like twin axle caravan tent trailer, camper trailer among others. Each vehicle will be equipped with a toilet, kitchen, bed, sofa table among other things. The caravan parking lot will have electricity connections, toilets, water connections among other necessities. With the move, they hope to generate employment in the state.

With international travel coming to a standstill with the Covid-19 pandemic, not just airlines, even airports have taken a bad hit. Passenger traffic was down by an un

With international travel coming to a standstill with the Covid-19 pandemic, not just airlines, even airports have taken a bad hit.
Passenger traffic was down by an unprecedented 70% in 2020&nbsp;at the Dubai International Airport compared to the previous year, according to its CEO.
The announcement came even as the Dubai International Airport continued to hold on to its title as the world's busiest airport.&nbsp;
In 2019, the Dubai airport saw&nbsp;86.4 million passengers, while in 2020, the number dropped to 25.9 million.
However, promoting itself as a pandemic-friendly destination, in December 2020, passenger volumes crossed industry expectations at 2.19 million.&nbsp;

Goa will host just two carnival float parades this year compared to the six, usually hosted, in view of the Covid-19 outbreak. The Goa Tourism Development Corporation

Goa will host just two carnival float parades this year compared to the six, usually hosted, in view of the Covid-19 outbreak.
The Goa Tourism Development Corporation said, the parades will be held in Panaji and Margao, on the 13th and 14th of February.
This is the first time in the history of Goa's&nbsp;tourism that only two parades will be held. King Momo, a mythological character will be heralding the float parades, reports said.

Mughal Gardens will open to the public from the 13th of February, the Rashtrapati Bhavan announced, with Covid-19 induced protocols. The gardens will remain open until

Mughal Gardens will open to the public from the 13th of February, the Rashtrapati Bhavan announced, with Covid-19 induced protocols.
The gardens will remain open until the 21st of March, between 10 am and 5 pm. Advance online booking will be mandatory to enter, along with wearing masks and following social distancing.
Every slot will accommodate a maximum of 100 persons and there will be 7 pre-booked hourly slots.
Visitors will be discouraged from carrying water bottles, handbags, briefcases, eatables among other things. Thermal screening of visitors will be done at the entrance. Entry and exit, as per the statement, will be from Gate No. 35 of the President's Estate.

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