Asian countries limit travel amid ongoing pandemic, travel bubbles halt



In the , Metro Manila and its surrounding areas including Rizal, Bulacan, Cavite and Laguna have lowered quarantine restrictions to general community quarantine until May 30.


However, the capital city will remain under heightened restrictions until the end of the month.


Despite some easing of restrictions, people are encouraged not to travel unless it’s essential; indoor dining services will be allowed to offer up to 20% of capacity while outdoor tourist attractions can operate at 30% capacity as long as stick to safety standards.


Travel bubbles take a step back


As Asia tries to deal with the Covid-19, travel bubbles between countries are taking a step back. Recently, Singapore stated that the possible air between the city state and Hong Kong is still under review due to rising cases in Singapore.


Looking towards the future, the Economist Intelligence Unit reports Chinese tourists might be leaning towards travel destinations in Asia with direct flights to .


This will likely affect overseas resorts, casinos and other attractions that relied on Chinese tourists.


“China’s strained relationship with the US, Australia and Taiwan will weigh on Chinese tourism flows to those territories,” said the research. “This suggests countries which have similar tourism offerings, such as New Zealand, will benefit at their expense.”

Editing by Rachel Hu

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