Curated Articles & Data Tools to keep watch on the Coronavirus Situation

  --//=  21st May 2020 / Issue 72 =//--

Articles

From various online magazines especially about the hospitality industry about the impact of the Coronavirus
Reethi Faru has implemented new safety measures, in a bid to prepare for the resort's reopening once the coronavirus related travel restrictions are lifted. The new measures are built on Reethi Faru's existing high standards, and follow the guidance of World Health Organisation and the...
A representative body of local travel agents and tour operators has slammed tourism authorities in Maldives for a "devaluation of the Maldives brand", after draft guidelines that will impose strict restrictions on tourist facilities and visitors when the country reopens its borders were published fo
Travelers will once again be allowed to transit through Singapore’s Changi Airport from June 2 as the city-state prepares to ease some COVID-19 restrictions and gradually reopen its borders.
Note: In draft, police mentioned that permission to guesthouses to reopen will be given by their respective council and without fee.
Liability lawsuits are almost an inevitable part of operating a hotel, but coronavirus is a new legal frontier for hospitality lawyers.
The travel industry will bounce back, but it will come with many new challenges as customer behavior and demands are transformed by the post-coronavirus new normal.
I wanted to share with you some thoughts I have around the potential unintended consequences connected with the necessary winnowing of hotels' finance and operational headcount. First and foremost, hotels had to take all steps necessary to stem their evaporating cash.
With life slowing down for so many of us during the shutdown, it is a good opportunity to reflect on where we are and how we can improve on ourselves, both personally and professionally. In order to put together a solid marketing plan after COVID-19, we are encouraging our clients to take a close...
While our industry continues to deal with a state of travel that is breaking all norms, there is actually an opportunity to solidify relationships with your audience. A strong email marketing strategy will keep loyal guests engaged and can even be a source of positive news to your audience as you...
There is tremendous value in slowing down and dedicating the time to take stock of where you’ve been and where you’re going; providing clarity for you and everyone who relies on your direction. Only after that can you put together a set of goals that will keep you and your team focused and...

Information Sources

Data about the spread of the Coronavirus, from reputable sources

Global
By the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
UNWTO also calls upon the sector and travelers to address this challenge with sound judgment and proportionate measures.
Follow the latest news about coronavirus and its impact on hotels, airlines, cruise lines, tourism destinations, and other sectors of the travel industry.
By Harvard Medical School & Co.
Shows day by day growth/decline per country

Maldives
COVID-19 Local Updates - Ministry of Health - Maldives
Analytics, Information and safety
Avas.mv - Maldives news leader

Singapore
SINGAPORE: The number of COVID-19 cases in Singapore reached nearly 30,000 on Thursday (May 21), with 448 new cases reported as of noon. This ...

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