‘It is a headache’: Staff shortages continue to pile pressure on Malta’s tourism industry
Tourism was put on standby during the COVID-19 pandemic, as airports were forced to close and airlines had to cancel most of their flights. As a result, a number of players in the tourism industry had to lay off workers to minimise costs, which has created massive staff shortages after a rapid rise in demand…
Travel agencies see last-minute rush to book holidays abroad – FATTA President
Holiday bookings have surged as people finally feel relaxed enough to go on a long-awaited summer holiday abroad, travel agencies report. “We are seeing a sudden spike in demand with many making late bookings as they plan their holiday within a few weeks,” said Iain Tonna, president of the Federated Association of Travel and Tourism…
Announcement of an open call for SMEs to improve their sustainability performance
FATTA is participating in the EU-funded SUSTOUR project that fosters the uptake of sustainability tools and practices among travel agents and tour operators. A call for SME applications has been launched today with the aim to select 175+ European small and medium sized enterprises that will obtain technical support for the implementation of sustainability practices….
Travel and Tourism Agents Welcome Relaxation of COVID-19 Measures
Travel and tourism agents welcome Government’s announcement reducing quarantine for primary contacts and its commitment to eliminate quarantine for vaccinated primary contacts from 7th March 2022 provided the virus numbers remain under control. They also welcome the plan to eliminate the mandatory use of masks in public outdoor spaces as of 14th March 2022. In…