THE 96 PERCENT SOLUTION: Global travel restrictions nearly total

Nearly all global destinations have imposed travel restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, says the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). In a newly released report “published at a time of unprecedented disruption for the sector,” the UNTWO says its research shows that as of April 6, 96 percent of all worldwide destinations had introduced travel restrictions in response to COVID-19. Around 90 destinations have completely or partially closed their borders to tourists, while a further 44 are closed to certain tourists depending on country of origin.