COVID-19 information and travel updates
Here you’ll find recent updates and reliable information sources about the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Some countries are easing out of lockdown and travel restrictions are lifted. The situation is still fluid with authorities and suppliers changing policies at a rapid pace. Bear with us, as we’re doing our best to keep up with all the changes…
PREPARE FOR THE NEW FUTURE
Get back to travel
Getting travelers back on the road can be daunting. But help’s on the way. Use this guide to prepare your travel program and your travelers to travel safely, efficiently and smartly. It covers four essential areas: duty of care, traveler communication, spend management and travel policy. A true confidence booster highlighting important trends and providing practical advice. Just what you and your travelers need before takeoff.
Information for travel managers
The COVID-19 pandemic is having a huge impact on travel programs. We’re doing all we can to minimize the consequences for your program and travelers. As different countries require restrictions on movement, office hours may be adapted per country. Local teams will keep clients informed about these changes.
Information on this page:
- Read our What You Need To Know reports for an overview of the current situation.
- Sign up or watch the recording of one of our BCD Online Events.
- Our infographics and surveys help you better understand the impact of COVID-19.
- Find your answer in our FAQ section.
Other useful information and links:
- Read the letter from our Chief Executives about COVID-19
- Follow our COVID-19 discussion group on Connect, our community platform exclusive to BCD clients
- IATA is keeping a list of worldwide entry restrictions and required travel documents
- Coronavirus dashboard by the World Health Organization.
- World Health Organization
- US. Department of State
- UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office
For specific questions about your travel program, contact your program manager.
REPORTS
What You Need To Know
Our What You Need To Know reports summarize what airlines, hotels, car rental companies and governments across the world are doing and planning.
What you need to know: Coronavirus and travel bans
After the World Health Organization classified the outbreak as a pandemic, outright bans on travel became more common. Countries are now beginning to ease lockdown measures, including a relaxation of travel restrictions.
What you need to know: COVID-19: Airline mask policy
As part of their efforts to keep travelers and employees safe, almost all airlines around the world now require passengers to wear a face covering of some sort for the duration of a trip. However, there can be some differences between airlines. These reports detail what airlines currently require.
What you need to know: COVID-19: Airline seat capacity policy
As part of their efforts to keep travelers safe, some airlines are social distancing passengers by keeping a number of seats free on flights; typically, the middle seat is kept free. This report details what airlines are doing and includes information on those that have decided not to adopt this measure.
What you need to know: Hotel cleanliness and hygiene programs
In an effort to reassure both employees and travelers that they are doing what they can to protect them against COVID-19, hotels are implementing new and improved cleanliness and hygiene processes. This report summarizes what hotel companies around the world are doing and planning.
What you need to know: Airline operations
A collection of reports that summarize what airlines across the world are doing and planning in view of COVID-19. Some are now beginning to resume service.
What you need to know: Car rental company cleanliness and hygiene programs
This report summarizes what car rental companies around the world are doing and planning in view of COVID-19.
WEBINARS
BCD Online Events
Our BCD Online Event series cover the different aspects of global pandemics’ impact. Sign up for an upcoming event or watch a previous event on demand.
Duty of care: Getting back to travel with confidence
In this online event we are sharing duty of care tools and strategies to help you, and your travelers, feel confident getting back to travel.
An informed traveler is a confident traveler – Spanish
Hosted in Spanish, this webinar focuses on the informed traveler. It details why communication is key to a successful trip, and is targeted to the LATAM region.
An informed traveler is a confident traveler – Portuguese
Hosted in Portuguese, this webinar focuses on the informed traveler. It details why communication is key to a successful trip, and is targeted to our Portuguese speaking clients and prospective clients.
INSIGHTS
Success stories, infographics and papers
Learn how BCD’s quick action and dedication helped this consulting firm fulfill its duty of care, by getting their travelers home safely to the U.S. before COVID-19 lockdown in India.
Finastra’s mission was to create a robust Virtual Collaboration infrastructure to reduce internal travel, ensure business continuity, increase employee productivity and drive program savings.
Getting back to business travel infographic: At the hotel
As you resume business travel, information will be at the heart of your defenses against COVID-19. Travel managers can provide you with timely and relevant
Surview infographic: COVID-19 travel buyer experience and outlook #2
This infographic gives insights into the implications of COVID-19 for travel management and explores companies’ expectations for the future.
In this time of uncertainty, one thing is true – travel managers are facing more pressure than ever before. Your travel program is in the spotlight and stakeholders are anxious. It’s not just travelers asking questions and seeking reassurance. Your executives are, too. This guide is designed to give you the answers you need to …
Getting back to business travel infographic: At the airport
As you resume business travel, information will be at the heart of your defenses against COVID-19. Travel managers can provide you with timely and relevant