COVID-19 Response: 96% Of Global Destinations Impose Travel Restrictions, UNWTO Reports | UNWTO
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The scale of disruption caused by COVID-19 to global tourism is shown in a comprehensive new report on travel restrictions from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The landmark report, published at a time of unprecedented disruption for the sector, shows that almost all global destinations have
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A new report from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) reveals that 96% of global destinations have imposed travel restrictions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes complete bans on travel and closures of borders to tourists. The report highlights the significant impact of the pandemic on the tourism sector, with millions of jobs at risk and progress in areas such as equality and sustainable economic growth being threatened. UNWTO calls on governments to continuously review and ease travel restrictions as soon as it is safe to do so. The response to COVID-19 has been consistent across global regions.
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- The scale of disruption caused by COVID-19 to global tourism is shown in a comprehensive new report on travel restrictions from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The landmark report, published at a time of unprecedented disruption for the sector, shows that almost all global destinations have imposed restrictions on travel since January 2020,...
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