The Thai government is patting itself on the back for the decision to ease entry restrictions, which officials say has boosted tourism in places like Phuket and Koh Samui. “All this is due to the government’s move to ease travel restrictions during the country’s high season between March and May.” So says government spokesman, Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, pointing out … [Read more...] about Government says relaxed travel restrictions have led to tourism surge on Phuket, Samui
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Covid restrictions ease in Hong Kong, with beaches, bars set to re-open
Hong Kong is easing up on some of its Covid-19 restrictions as the infection rate in the territory finally begins to stabilise. From today, beaches and swimming pools can re-open, while bars and karaoke places can re-open from May 19. According to a Coconuts report, Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam says beaches, pools, water parks, and water sports centres can re-open … [Read more...] about Covid restrictions ease in Hong Kong, with beaches, bars set to re-open
Private-hire drivers reluctant to return despite relaxed Covid-19 restrictions
Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates: https://t.me/mothershipsg It’s 3 am on a Friday, an evening of partying just ended and you are making your way out of a club. Upon arrival at the taxi stand, a long maze of people stretches towards the front, leaving you frustrated as you wait in the back of the line. You try booking a private hire car, only to be … [Read more...] about Private-hire drivers reluctant to return despite relaxed Covid-19 restrictions
No need to tighten restrictions despite presence of new Omicron subvariant — expert
FILE PHOTO A volunteer medical frontliner from the Office of the Vice President’s Swab Cab administers a nose swab on a patient suspected of having the coronavirus. Image from Facebook / VP Leni Robredo MANILA, Philippines — There is no reason yet to tighten protocols against COVID-19 despite the presence of a new sublineage of Omicron, BA.2.12.1, in the Philippines, an … [Read more...] about No need to tighten restrictions despite presence of new Omicron subvariant — expert
Travel restriction between Panay, Negros islands lifted
ILOILO CITY — Renewed travel restrictions between the islands of Panay and Negros were lifted, less than 24 hours after Iloilo and Bacolod cities issued separate travel bans. Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas and Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia, issue separate statements on Wednesday, withdrawing their respective travel bans. “Upon due consideration, the City of Iloilo … [Read more...] about Travel restriction between Panay, Negros islands lifted