More than 80 million airline seats for the first time since 2020
For the first time since the start of the pandemic, the number of seats offered by airlines worldwide has exceeded 80 million. According to OAG, this development is due to the increase in holiday flights in Europe, as well as the Olympic Games in Japan.
The French still in disgrace with the British
French travellers are still not welcome in the UK despite the easing of travel restrictions. A special status has been created for the French between "Amber" and "Red" which imposes a quarantine for travellers arriving from France...
On the road to ecomobility, French companies surveyed by OpinionWay
On Tuesday, OpinionWay organised a webinar on the theme of "How are companies changing in terms of ecomobility? The event provided an opportunity to take stock of the transition towards sustainable business travel.
A note of hope for travellers to Singapore
On 1 July, Singapore's Health Minister Ong Ye Kung raised the possibility of reopening the destination to countries where vaccination is high and infection rates remain low. This decision could be taken before the end of the year, and would include Europe.
Digital certificate and travelling in Europe: everything you need to know, country by country...
From 1 July, the European digital certificate will come into force, enabling vaccinated or immunised people to travel smoothly and others to provide easy proof of their test. Around this general framework, each country has put in place additional measures. Here is a country-by-country overview of the regulations in force in Europe this summer.
Business Travel Observatory: a positive third act
The new Business Travel Observatory was published on 29 June. The findings of this third edition give grounds for optimism about the upturn in business travel and the travel conditions of mobile professionals.
European vaccination certificate available to download
Since 25 June, the French National Health Insurance website has made it possible to download the "Covid digital EU certificate", which comes into force on 1 July. This certificate can easily be integrated into the TousAntiCovid application.
Switzerland lifts its internal and external restrictions
From 26 June, the requirement for nationals of European countries belonging to the Schengen area to go into quarantine has been lifted. Wearing a mask outdoors has been abolished.
Finland lifts its restrictions on Europeans
At long last! For a year now, Finland has been living in virtual autarky in Europe, having barely opened its borders since 2020. Finally, the country will once again welcome Europeans from the Schengen zone for so-called non-essential travel from 21 June.
No more tests required for vaccinated Europeans entering France
Fully vaccinated nationals from countries classified green by France will no longer be required to present negative tests from 9 June, unlike Americans or British nationals.
The European Union wants to simplify travel rules
To avoid a cacophony between the countries of the European Union with the reopening of borders, the European Commissioner for Justice wants even clearer rules to be applied to avoid any confusion for travellers.
New compulsory isolation for travellers from the United Kingdom
On 31 May, France announced the introduction of compulsory isolation for travellers from the UK. This measure has also been taken by Germany in response to concerns about the circulation of the Indian variant across the Channel.
Resumption of travel, hybrid meetings: optimism is back according to the GBTA
A recent survey carried out by the GBTA shows a real desire on the part of companies to resume business travel, at least domestically. This positive trend is coupled with a growing interest in hybrid meetings.
Terraces, trade fairs and conferences, health passes: an update on the new phase of decontamination
Reopening of hotel terraces and restaurants for hotel guests, gradual resumption of business events, Senate vote on the health pass: 19 May marks a new stage in the resumption of business travel.
Algeria reopens to international traffic on 1 June
Algeria plans to gradually reopen its borders to international travellers from 1 June, subject to the presentation of PCR tests less than 36 hours old on arrival.
Malaysia and Singapore back in Covid restriction mode
Both Malaysia and Singapore have decided to tighten restrictions in response to the threat posed by the Indian variant in Asia.
Business travel to the UK still complex for the French
Travelling on business from France to the UK is possible. But the entry ticket is still expensive, very expensive. The announced reopening of the UK's borders on 17 May still does not apply to France.
France imposes new restrictions on seven more countries
Since 8 May, France has been restricting access to travellers from seven additional countries, due to the increase in cases of Covid-19. In particular, those countries which appear to be heavily affected by the Indian variant.
The pace of vaccinations will influence the reopening of continents
Vaccination against Covid has entered an active phase and is gaining momentum in North America, Europe and now South America. It remains weak in Asia and non-existent in Africa. This should influence the reopening of countries and continents...
Business travellers ready to leave with guarantees and good resolutions
A new study published by Amadeus confirms the impatience of business travellers, who are keen to get back on the road - and in the air - with insurance, information and contactless payment solutions. Mobile employees are also promising greater compliance with travel policy.
