Travel's Reopening and Coronavirus Recovery

The latest news about coronavirus recovery around the world and the reopening of travel and tourism in destinations around the world.

Skift Research subscribers can view the latest data about country-by-country recovery at the Skift Recovery Index. Data about public companies can be viewed at the Skift Health Score.

Tourism

Thailand Edges Closer to 2019 Tourism Peak

Thailand’s tourism recovery though impressive is also fragile. Competition from neighboring countries and global conflicts could disrupt growth.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 week ago

Online Travel

Trip.com on How China’s Older Travelers Are Shaking Up the Travel Scene

As more seniors chase unique, quality experiences, you can bet other travel companies will want a piece of the action too.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago

Tourism

How the Indian Diaspora Is Supporting India’s Inbound Travel Growth – India Report

Trevolution Group's data on international travel to India highlights the country's growing popularity as a tourist destination.

Bulbul Dhawan | 4 weeks ago

Tour Operators

Here’s What’s Behind a Strong Outlook for Indian Tour Operators – India Report

Research firms and the tourism industry are bullish on the potential of India for both domestic and international travel. Credit Ratings agency CRISIL has projected that a record 30 million Indians will travel overseas this year.

Bulbul Dhawan | 1 month ago

Tourism

Japan’s 35 Million Tourist Bonanza in 2024: Great for Business, Not So Much for Overtourism

The weak yen has definitely boosted Japan's tourism industry, but as the country rides this wave of visitors, it’s going to be a tightrope walk — balancing the economic gains with the realities of overtourism.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

Experiences

Intrepid’s 2030 Tourism Targets: Can India’s Travel Ecosystem Support Them?

Intrepid's vision for India is ambitious. However, the concerns of international travelers need to be addressed by India before inbound numbers can substantially increase.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

Airlines

Western Airlines Are Pulling Out of China – Virgin Atlantic Is the Latest

After leaving Hong Kong in 2022, Shanghai was Virgin Atlantic's final Chinese destination. The development comes amid a broader retreat among some Western carriers.

Gordon Smith | 2 months ago

Tourism

China’s Visa-Waiver Policy Boosts Inbound Tourism: Foreign Visitors Up 152%

After the pandemic-induced slump, China’s simplification of visa procedures appears to have paid off, with foreign visitors in the first half of the year soaring 152% compared to the year before.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

Airlines

How India-China Direct Flights Went From 539 … to Zero

Two tourism powerhouses, two economic giants, two of the world's most populous countries — and yet, not a single direct flight between India and China.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

Airlines

IndiGo Widens Lead in Indian Market Share – India Report

The Indian aviation sector is adding more airports across the country, and airlines are investing in upgrading and expanding their fleets. A consistent growth in domestic air passenger traffic is crucial to their return on investments, especially as international airlines are eyeing this growing consumer base.

Bulbul Dhawan | 3 months ago