It is reported that this will help the operators to fulfil their obligations.
the Bill including establishes that the government may be entitled to 2020-2021 years to establish specifics, changes and (or) termination of the contract about realization of tourist product, concluded on 31 March 2020. We are talking about changing grounds, order, terms and terms of return tourists of cash paid for the product, or the provision of other terms equivalent to the tour product.
“If the bill will come into force, it will allow the industry to experience a complete stop of global tourism and to continue to perform their obligations to tourists in terms of recreation. Rosturizm will constantly monitor the situation and engage in dialogue with tour operators and accommodation facilities for the enforcement of obligations”, — said the Agency.
According to the world tourism organization (UNWTO), on the way transfer tours or return funds for them went up 82% of all countries, including most European, said the Federal tourism Agency.
Thus, there will be vouchers for future tours is cancelled, the possibility of introduction which is actively discussed by representatives of the market.
“it is Planned that this scheme will be regulated under the Civil code and the law on consumer protection. The fact is that the tourist will be able to conclude with the tour operator additional agreement to the contract that will spell out the terms of the transfer or tour on the refund of funds”, — said the source Agency.
Make the decision on the new execution, amendment or termination of contracts with tourists, according to the bill, only the government of the Russian Federation. If, after the adoption of the draft law the Cabinet will decision, take time to prepare the regulatory framework, the report on the website of the Association of tour operators of Russia (ATOR).
At the same time to seize the opportunity with the Addendum can as the tour operators in the sphere of domestic tourism and in the field of outbound, it follows from the text approved in second reading of the bill. At the stage of discussion of the bill between the first and second reading tour operators feared that the company sends tourists on vacation abroad, will not have the ability to defer its obligations to customers.
“the Bill is an important measure aimed primarily at protecting the rights of tourists. He will balance the debt burden of the operators, tying the fulfillment of obligations to tourists to the timing of the resumption of activities, open areas,” — said TASS, the General Director of TUI Russia Taras Demura.
It’s a big responsibility for the touroperators, he said and expressed the hope that the business will responsibly to fulfill the obligations to tourists.
Montenegro
Montenegro
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: July
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 324/9
Montenegro is preparing to declare himself “one of the first countries in the world, free from the coronavirus”, have opened their boundaries for sea tourism and takes yachtsmen from different countries. Prime Minister Dusko Markovic hopes that the “yacht of the Parking lot will soon be full of yachts from different countries”.
Officially start the tourist season the country is preparing with 1st of July. The first foreign tourists will be the citizens of neighboring countries.
Turkey
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: June
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 146 457/4055 people
Turkey gradually weakens the measures imposed to curb the spread of the virus, and hopes for the gradual resumption of international flights in June. First and foremost, Turkey is planning to take tourists from Asian countries, then will open the border to Germany and Austria, where the situation with coronavirus, one of the best in Europe. Then comes the turn of the countries of Northern and Central Europe.
All arriving tourists will be on the border to be tested for the coronavirus. In hotels and restaurants will be strict measures, including social distancing. Likely to be cancelled option is buffet.
Greece
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: July 1
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 2810/156
Greece has included Russia in the list of countries which will open the tourist season from 1 July, even if Brussels did not agree on a common EU tourism rules. In this case, with a number of countries will act bilateral agreement.
Foreign tourists Greece will only accept if you have a negative test result for COVID-19 or test positive for the presence of antibodies. Test results must be known before the departure of the aircraft. For businesses in the tourism industry prepared a detailed plan for compliance with the security measures.
Cyprus
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: July
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 910/17
the Government of Cyprus at the opening of the tourist season will focus on tourists from countries that had passed the peak of the pandemic. In particular, the “with distributionertime arms” on the island waiting for the Germans, Swiss, Austrians, Greeks and the British. Tourist office of Cyprus has prepared a special Protocol for airports, hotels, restaurants and travel agencies. Before flying to Cyprus for foreign tourists will have to wear a mask and gloves, on arrival, to measure the temperature.
Umbrellas and sun loungers on the beaches will be at a distance of 4 m from each other. Restaurants and cafes will be able to receive visitors for a maximum of four people on 8 square meters.
Georgia
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: July 1
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 671/12
From June 15 Georgia opens domestic tourism July 1 is ready to receive tourists from abroad.
Iceland
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: June 15
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 1802/10 people
the Prime Minister of Iceland this week announced plans to open the borders for tourists from June 15. Immediately after arrival, tourists have to take a test for the coronavirus or to agree to 14-day quarantine at the place of stay in Iceland. To pay test will be the government.
Mexico
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: June 1
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 42 595/4477
the Easing of quarantine in Mexico is scheduled for may 18, but authorities have already indicated that the opening of borders to foreign tourism happens in the summer. Internal travel restrictions will be lifted in the country on may 30. And unless there is a deterioration of the situation with coronavirus, immediately after the start of reception of tourists. Authorities in Cancun and the Riviera Maya promise that the resorts will be open for tourists from the beginning of June.
Croatia
in advance of the beginning of the tourist season: until mid-June
the Number of cases/deaths from coronavirus: 2222/95
Croatia began to let foreigners from the EU to the country since may 9. They are allowed to enter the country “for business reasons or urgent personal reasons.” Tourists from countries outside the EU, will have to wait for — Croatia promised to implement the recommendation of the Brussels banned entry from third countries until June 15.
But the government is preparing a detailed plan for the resumption of tourism. It is supposed to be built so that tourists could have less contact with other people.
