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      COVID-19 Testing and Travel Restrictions for China Proven Ineffective

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      “Several countries are introducing COVID-19 testing and other measures for travellers from China, even though the virus is already circulating widely within their borders. It is extremely disappointing to see this knee-jerk reinstatement of measures that have proven ineffective over the last three years.Research undertaken around the arrival of the Omicron variant concluded that putting barriers in the way of travel made no difference to the peak spread of infections. At most, restrictions delayed that peak by a few days. If a new variant emerges in any part of the world, the same situation would be expected.
      That’s why governments should listen to the advice of experts, including the WHO, that advise against travel restrictions. We have the tools to manage COVID-19 without resorting to ineffective measures that cut off international connectivity, damage economies and destroy jobs. Governments must base their decisions on ‘science facts’ rather than ‘science politics’.
      While China has significantly eased border measures, I urge the Chinese government to remove the need for pre-departure COVID-19 testing for those traveling to China.”Willie WalshIATA Director General

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      dnata Breaks Ground on New 20,000 sq m Cargo Warehouse at Erbil International Airport

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      dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has broken ground on its new, 20,000 m2 cargo warehouse which will add significant expansion to its operations at Erbil International Airport (EBL). The facility represents an investment of US$ 14 million and will create up to 50 additional, direct jobs with dnata in Iraq.
      The foundation stone for the cargo warehouse, which is scheduled for completion in September 2024, was recently revealed by dnata’s Senior Vice President for UAE and Iraq Airport Operations, Jaffar Dawood.
      “We are delighted to expand our operations in response to the growing demand for our reliable and safe cargo services in Erbil,” said Jaffar. “Our new facility will incorporate cutting-edge technologies and the latest carbon reduction initiatives in design and operation, ensuring the highest level of operational and environmental efficiency for our customers. We stay committed to the Iraqi aviation industry and continue to invest in our operations to contribute to the development of Erbil as a regional cargo hub.”
      dnata’s newest cargo facility will be capable of processing 100,000 tonnes of cargo annually, including perishables, pharmaceuticals and dangerous goods. dnata will also implement its advanced ‘OneCargo’ system within the facility, digitising processes and maximising efficiencies across its cargo operations in Iraq.
      The facility will be equipped with the latest technologies, including thermal insulation to reduce the building’s environmental impact by maintaining low CO2 manufacturing emissions and operating costs. Additional, environmentally sustainable features include a water harvesting system, which recycles condensed water, low energy skylighting, and an all-electric forklift fleet.ADVERTISEMENTdnata’s latest expansion follows the opening of a new, advanced cool chain facility and a bus maintenance facility in 2022 at EBL. The company currently provides ground handling and cargo services to over 25 airlines with a team of over 400 aviation professionals.
      In recent years, dnata has also made strategic investments in new cargo facilities in London and Manchester (UK), Karachi and Lahore (Pakistan), and additional cargo capacity and infrastructure in Brussels (Belgium), Sydney (Australia) and Toronto (Canada). In addition, last January the company announced an investment of over €200 million in one of the world’s largest and most advanced cargo facility, dnata Cargo City Amsterdam, at Schiphol Airport in The Netherlands.
      As one of the world’s leading air and services providers, dnata provides quality and reliable ground handling, cargo, catering and retail services at over 120 airports in 19 countries.

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      Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays Offer Up to 45% Off

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      Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays Offer Up to 45% Off

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      Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays are offering up to 45% off on airfares to all domestic and selected international destinations within its network and hotel packages from 4 until 18 January 2023 for immediate travel up to 31 August 2023, allowing customers to plan their holidays ahead and enjoy significant savings. Enrich members will also earn an additional 888 Bonus Points when they book within this campaign period.
      The airline invites customers to reconnect with their loved ones for the upcoming festivities or explore new places and experiences from RM88 within Peninsular Malaysia, RM118 and RM178 to Sarawak and Sabah respectively, all-in one-way. Holidaymakers can also secure great airfares to Bangkok from RM388 all-in one-way, Hong Kong from RM1,388 and London from RM3,088 all-in return.
      These Economy Lite fares include 20kg of free check-in baggage, cabin baggage allowance of 7kg, complimentary snacks or meals and beverages, and inflight entertainment or access to MHstudio* that gives guests complete control and flexibility to stream content and truly enjoy a wealth of entertainment from preferred TV programmes, movies, podcasts, music and reading materials using their own device. (*for selected routes only)
      Along with the amazing discounts, customers can also book flight and hotel packages from MHholidays for a well-deserved vacation, with 3-day and 2-night packages to Langkawi, Penang, Kuching, or Kota Kinabalu starting at RM339 per person or 4-day and 3-night packages to Bangkok, Bali, or Phuket starting at RM1,109 per person. Also offered at unbeatable prices are other incredible packages to Incheon, Narita, Hong Kong, Taipei, and London. Customers who book through MHholidays can benefit significantly from the 30kg baggage allowance, complimentary inflight meals, and free seat selection, in addition to earning Enrich Points for flights.
      Group Chief Executive Officer of Malaysia Aviation Group, Captain Izham Ismail said, “We are pleased to extend our new year offerings to our customers to have quality family time or uncover new experiences with great discounts by Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays for the upcoming festive season and long holidays. As we are seeing strong demand for air travel, especially during the Chinese New Year with load factor of 65% for Kuala Lumpur-Kota Kinabalu and Kuching route, we highly encourage cost-savvy travellers to plan their trip and enjoy the best rates. In addition to our signature Malaysian Hospitality service, we assure a safe, seamless and convenient end-to-end travel experience from the moment guests book their flights and board our aircraft. We look forward to welcoming our guests onboard soon!”ADVERTISEMENTCustomers flying Economy Class can upgrade their experience with an 18% discount on travel perks including seat selection, extra baggage, access to the Golden Lounge, a premium bundle, or a value bundle. Guest travelling in Business Class will also enjoy an 18% discount on extra baggage.
      For more information and to book your next holiday, visit the official Malaysia Airlines website at www.malaysiaairlines.com or download the app to get the latest promotions conveniently at your fingertips anytime and anywhere! Sign up to become an Enrich member for free at https://enrich.malaysiaairlines.com/signup and start earning Enrich Points today

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      Explore the World’s Last Great Frontier on Your Next Great Adventure

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      Luxury travel company The North introduces the ultimate Arctic exploration, The Arctic Horizon, taking place July 16 to August 4, 2024
      Thoughtfully curated by the luxury hospitality industry veterans of HL Adventures and led by the Arctic’s foremost experts and guides, The North’s bespoke, three-week itinerary for the Arctic Horizon will cover seven wonders spanning the Arctic Circle. An intimate group of just 50 like-minded adventurers will explore the edge of the world to destinations normally beyond our boundaries. Together they will take in vast landscapes, view majestic wildlife and partake in rare, authentic experiences with local indigenous communities.
      “As a lifelong explorer of the Arctic, my vision is to make the last frontier accessible to a select few who share my passion and respect for these rarely experienced, untouched regions,” said Founder Jón Olafur Magnussen. “What I am sure will be a life-changing adventure for our guests is the culmination of my life’s work. I am confident our team’s meticulous eye for detail will ensure an unrivalled level of service throughout these most extraordinary destinations.”
      Typically holding well over 300 passengers, a fully customized Boeing 757-200 has been privately chartered from Icelandair and refitted with 50 lie-flat seats for a more relaxing and restful environment. A personal chef will prepare destination-inspired dishes, while accommodating dietary preferences, requests and restrictions. A dedicated concierge team and on-board hosts will attend to guests’ every wish and desire. Explorers will receive personalized iPads, detailing the day’s schedule, offering an in-flight entertainment system and showcasing a gallery of photos provided each day by The North’s professional photography team.
      Armed with more than two decades of destination management experience, the leaders behind this all-new, once-in-a-lifetime adventure have called upon their elite partners to bring together the finest experiences of each destination. This journey to the last great frontier often only exists in the wildest imaginations of even the most adventurous travelers, but through the expertise and experience of The North’s hand-selected partners, The Arctic Horizon will bring this dream to fruition, without compromising on comfort or service.ADVERTISEMENTItinerary:Day 1 – Reykjavik, IcelandDays 2 – 3 – Ilulissat, GreenlandDays 4 – 6 – Sonora, CanadaDays 7 – 10 – Anchorage, AlaskaChampagne Toast Over the North PoleDays 11 – 14 – Longyearbyen, SvalbardDay 15 – 17 – Alta, NorwayDay 18 – 21 – Reykjavik, Iceland
      The trip will conclude with a festive farewell gala dinner at the Arctic Explorers’ Club’s expedition lodge and luxury camp. Founded in 2015, this members-only group of explorers, travelers and friends are a collective of like-minded individuals who have a lifelong interest in the Arctic. In addition to supporting a foundation to educate children around the world about the Arctic, the Club serves as an opportunity for guests to continue their journey together and to create new opportunities each year to further develop knowledge and understanding and explore this world beyond the horizon.
      The price of this once-in-a-lifetime adventure is 187,000 USD per person (based on double occupancy; 10 percent supplement applicable for solo travelers). This all-encompassing journey includes travel by privately chartered air, first-class accommodations, all meals, all ground transportation, an extensive selection of excursions and activities, special events and private access, as well as all gratuities.
      For more information, visit https://thenorth.is/arctic-horizon or contact your travel advisor.

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      CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi hosts The CLYMB Games and welcomes international skydiving teams from overseas

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      CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi hosted international skydiving teams from overseas who arrived at the UAE’s ultimate indoor adventure hub to compete head-to-head in The CLYMB Games. Winner of the World Travel Awards 2022 category for Middle East’s Leading Adventure Tourist Attraction 2022 and situated on Yas island which boasts an incredible lineup of award winning theme parks and it too was voted World’s Leading Theme Park Destination 2022 at the World Travel awards.
      The competition took place last week of 2022, where teams of skydivers put their talents together to craft the most formations possible within a set time. Each team was also required to create a 16-way belly formations and earn the most points over eight rounds for a chance to claim the first place.

      The O’Jala team was crowned winner of the competition with 116 points following neck and neck contests, which landed them the first spot on the podium and a gold at The CLYMB Games. Team No Name came in second with 99 points and earned the silver medal while Snuggles team was placed third with 89 points and took the bronze.
      The CLYMB Games is a unique opportunity for worldwide talents to come together and showcase their skills at CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, where guests of all ages and skill levels can enjoy endless action-packed fun and experience two record-breaking experiences, starting with the world’s largest indoor flight chamber and the world’s tallest indoor climbing wall, The SUMMYT™.ADVERTISEMENTFor more information on CLYMB Abu Dhabi, please visit: https://www.clymbabudhabi.com/
      Located on Yas Island, CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi the UAE’s ultimate adventure hub. It is just minutes away from, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, home to a variety of family- friendly rides and attractions, Yas Waterworld, the world’s first and only Emirati-themed waterpark and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi, an incredibly immersive indoor theme park.

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      Trip.com Group reflects on its part played in a year of recovery

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      2022 saw Trip.com Group help drive the long-awaited recovery of the embattled global travel and tourism sector as it revived from the pandemic.
      The company delivered resilient results in the third quarter of the past year, despite the continued disruptions resulting from the COVID-19 resurgence in China.Throughout the year, the global travel industry continued to make good progress towards full recovery, with Europe and the US leading the restoration of travel and Asia Pacific picking up the pace.
      While the international market made steady progress and faced the challenges being posed to the sector, the Chinese domestic market also saw signs of a rebound with hotel bookings surpassing 2019 levels by the end of June as restrictions were relaxed.
      During 2022, Trip.com Group took the opportunity to launch a range of new products, celebrated key milestones, implemented a raft of service enhancements and encouraged travellers with new and unique inspirational content. 
      Trip.com Group’s app-first strategy contributed to Trip.com being named the 10th most downloaded OTA app globally in the first half of 2022, boosting bookings and travel.ADVERTISEMENTTrip.com’s highly successful app-first strategy has steadily driven app instals, which have grown to more than 6.2 million downloads. App installs reached a record high in South Korea and the UK during 2022. Recovery is further evidenced in travel bookings with Air ticket bookings on Trip.com Group’s global platforms increasing more than 100% year-over-year.
      Flight bookings in EMEA and American markets continued to show double-digit year-over-year growth and in Asia Pacific, the growth was stellar at over 400% above the same period in 2021. Trip.com Group expects to see such momentum extend into the fourth quarter hopefully surpassing 2019 level.
      Hotel bookings on Trip.com Group’s global platforms increased by 45% compared to Q3 in 2019 with domestic hotel bookings in non-China markets increasing by 300% versus Q3 2019 and other major markets including the US, UK, UAE, Indonesia, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Southeast Asia all witnessing triple-digit growth over the Q3 2019 levels.
      UK TrainPal was on track to reach a new record in the number of orders processed during the year as it continues to challenge its competitors to offer British rail users even better deals.Jane Sun, Trip.com Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “Trip.com Group has continued to outperform expectations in a year defined by the recovery of the international travel and tourism sector, led by the pent-up demand to travel.
      “Traveller confidence has grown as restrictions have relaxed and so we too are confident and positive in the long-term growth profile of the travel industry.
      “Trip.com Group has innovated as post-pandemic travellers’ needs have evolved, to offer them unique product offerings while improving our competitiveness and service capabilities.
      “We are dedicated to supporting and sustaining the prosperity and healthy development of the global travel sector, by leveraging our platform to provide products and services for our customers and an ever more sustainable travel experience as we pursue the perfect trip for a better world.”
      Trip.com Group’s performance over the past year, shows the value of its investment in the future as it continually innovates and adapts to meet the needs of the new generation of post-pandemic travellers.
      In May, the Group launched its first global podcast series, TRIPCAST. The thought-provoking podcast delves deep into the challenges and initiatives undertaken to drive growth across the travel industry.
      The new series focuses on business highlights, technological innovation and services which help improve the performance of its business partners destinations, while it serves global travellers and shapes the future of travel.
      Later that month, as part of its sustainability initiative, Trip.com Group partnered with CHOOOSE to help customers adjust their CO2 emissions by contributing towards highly effective CO2 migrating projects around the world. Its corporate travel teams outperformed 85% of other global companies and was awarded a silver rating by EcoVadis, an internationally recognised CSR rating platform.
      As part of its commitment to innovation, Trip.com launched its ‘Trip.Best’ list in June to enable global users to choose specially curated country-specific ‘very best hotel experiences’. This new ‘Trip.Best’ feature will be rolled out across various markets to include the most popular destinations around the world.
      In October, Trip.com marked its fifth anniversary as it continued its ambitious expansion plans, driven by its mission to be the most trusted trip companion for travellers worldwide. Since it was acquired in 2017, Trip.com has become the mainstay global travel brand of Trip.com Group and accelerated a step change in the companies’ culture, product offering and strategy.
      October also saw the Trip.com Group join the Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s global network as a member, as part of its commitment to sustainability.
      The same month it announced its green tourism goals, covering three key areas: firstly, to launch over 10,000 low-carbon travel products; secondly to promote sustainable travel and engage 100 million travellers in low-carbon practices; and thirdly, to further reduce carbon emissions across its own operations.
      In November, Trip.com was named Contact Center of the Year 2022 at the International Customer Relationship Excellence Awards. The top accolade marked a major achievement for Trip.com, as the International award is given to organisations which showcase and excel in World-Class standards, Best Practices and the Customer Service Quality Standard (CSQS) categories.
      In December, Trip.com Group held its 2022 Global Partner Summit in Macao, which brought together tourism boards, international airlines, hotel groups and industry representatives from across the whole travel industry on the theme of ‘Journey into the Future Together’, providing insights on the industry’s growth and the future opportunities ahead.
      Sustainability initiatives were a key focus across the year in all markets and throughout the year Trip.com Group used business resources to support those in need, in aspects such as emergency response services and sustainable tourism in rural regions.
      Throughout the year Trip.com Group has been dedicated to contributing to the communities served all over the world and this includes over the Christmas period.
      In Hong Kong, Trip.com and Save the Children Hong Kong invited 60 people from 17 grassroots families living in Sham Shui Po community to enjoy a trip to Hong Kong Ocean Park. In South Korea, warm winter blankets and donations were made for families in need, and in Japan an employee voluntary donation initiative was launched which saw Christmas presents gifted to children in Tokyo. Looking to 2023, Trip.com Group will continue to strengthen its content to inspire customers to travel and use the Trip.com app to explore the world through their fingertips alongside continuing work to be an excellent corporate citizen in the world.
      Trip.com has also positioned itself as the world’s leading and most trusted family of online travel brands which aims to deliver the perfect trip at the best price for every traveller.

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      A negative COVID-19 test is required before departing for Canada beginning January 5

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      As the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to evolve, the Government of Canada has taken a prudent and measured approach to adjusting border measures to protect the health and safety of Canadians. In response to the surge of COVID-19 in the People’s Republic of China and given the limited epidemiological and viral genomic sequence data available on these cases, the Government of Canada intends to put in place certain temporary health measures for air travellers entering Canada from China.
      As of 12:01 a.m. EST on January 5, all air travellers who are two years of age and older, arriving on flights originating from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao, will need to provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 test result, taken no more than two days before their departure, to the airline prior to boarding. The test could be either a negative molecular (such as a PCR test), or a negative antigen test that has documentation to show that it has been monitored by a telehealth service or an accredited laboratory or testing provider. Passengers who tested positive more than 10 days before their departure flight, but no more than 90 days, can provide the airline with documentation of their prior positive, in place of a negative test result.
      These planned health measures will apply to air travellers, regardless of nationality and vaccination status. They are temporary measures, in place for 30 days, that will be reassessed as more data and evidence becomes available. Airlines must receive the negative COVID-19 test result, or documentation of a positive test result taken within the prior 10-90 days, before the traveller boards the plane, otherwise the traveller will be denied boarding.
      Further, when arriving at Primary Inspection Kiosks and eGates, or when making a customs declaration using the optional Advance CBSA Declaration prior to arriving at airports in Canada, travellers will be asked if they have travelled to the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao in the last 10 days. If they have, Canada Border Services Agency Officers will provide them with additional public health information on transmission of COVID-19, personal protective measures and what to do if they develop symptoms of COVID-19. This applies to air travellers only, not to those arriving by land.
      The Public Health Agency of Canada is putting in place a pilot project on wastewater testing from aircrafts with Vancouver International Airport, and expanding the existing project with Toronto Pearson International Airport, to assess the COVID-19 prevalence from various regions of the world. The samples are then sequenced to monitor for novel variants of concern.ADVERTISEMENTThe Government of Canada has a strong monitoring program in place with the provinces and territories to identify COVID-19 variants in Canada, including the Omicron variant of concern and its sub-lineages, most notably through a robust genomic sequencing network and through the monitoring of wastewater in Canadian communities. Positive test samples for genomic sequencing are obtained from domestic provincial, territorial and federal molecular tests from a wide variety of sources to test for emerging variants.
      While not mandatory, all travellers are strongly recommended to wear well-constructed and well-fitted masks during their travel on planes and in airports, or other crowded indoor settings. Individuals are reminded that they should not travel if they have symptoms of COVID-19. If travellers become sick while travelling, and are still sick when they arrive in Canada, they should inform a flight attendant or a border services officer upon arrival.
      The Government of Canada continues to work with international partners to enhance sequencing capacity and closely monitors the global epidemiology of COVID-19 and emerging novel variants of concern.
      Source: https://www.canada.ca

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      Sanya Set for Global Young Visitors with New Approach

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      On December 28th, a flight themed on the open-world role-playing game Genshin Impact flew from Shanghai to Sanya.The flight was operated by Juneyao Air, and on the flight, there was a joint live-streaming event collaborated by the Sanya Tourism Promotion Board (STPB), Trip.com, and Genshin Impact.This was part of a drive by STPB to draw in Generation Z (Gen Z) tourists, following its recent effort of luring young tourists by hosting a GenZ Top Model Contest. In addition to bringing live streaming to the skies, the themed flight also included strong elements of the Genshin Impact game and Sanya as part of the plane’s decor, adding a touch of vibrancy to the flight.
      Genshin Impact is an action role-playing game developed and published by miHoYo. The game takes place in an anime-based open world called Teyvat, where characters can roam freely. It saw 23 million downloads on mobile platforms within a week after its debut release in 2020, and has gained a legion of fans, especially among the Gen Z demographic across the world.
      For Sanya, Genshin Impact is an ideal choice to work with as the city is upgrading its tourism resources to grab more attention from young tourists and international visitors. In 2021, the STPB took a similar approach to appeal to younger travelers with a collaboration with Game for Peace (the Chinese version of PUBG Mobile). Now that inbound tourism is expected to recover, the STPB plans to launch a series of initiatives to present Sanya as an international destination to young travelers worldwide.
      Boasting all-year-round warm weather, spectacular scenery, and diverse experiences, Sanya is the perfect backdrop for work, travel, and play. In recent times, the STPB has focused on cultivating new tourism opportunities and hotspots to attract different types of travelers to Sanya, especially young travelers. With surfing, camping, diving, and other trendy sports becoming increasingly popular among young people, the outdoor lifestyle is also more and more associated with Sanya, as the city continues to cater to a younger demographic.
      Tourism destinations represented by Sanya have recently experienced rapid growth. According to data from Trip.com’s FlightAI platform, tourists from various destinations flocked to Sanya from December 20 to December 27, with Sanya Phoenix Airport ranking fifth in China in terms of civil aviation passenger traffic, while the year-on-year recovery rate in passenger traffic ranks the top four of all airports in China.ADVERTISEMENTAs China eases its restrictions for inbound tourists in 2023, the STPB will focus on highlighting new attractions in the tourist destination and preparing an exciting lineup of events to attract new international visitors, global young travelers, as well as enticing travelers who have previously visited to return.

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