The mythical Casterly Rock in Game of Thrones was inspired by a personal visit George R.R. Martin made to Gibraltar several years ago. Writing in his blog, the American novelist and screenwriter said that, when doing his world building, he often starts with a real world event or location – “and … Read more about Iconic Game of Thrones Setting Inspired by Rock of Gibraltar
Gibraltar Launches First Nature Reserve Website
Gibraltar’s department of the environment has launched the Rock’s first nature reserve website. According to the department, naturereserve.gi will enable visitors “to have complete control over their experience in Gibraltar pertaining to one of our greatest assets – the Gibraltar Nature Reserve, … Read more about Gibraltar Launches First Nature Reserve Website
Gibraltar Unveils Vision for a Greener City Lifestyle
Holidaymakers visiting Gibraltar will soon be able to enjoy enhanced options for sustainable and healthy tourism. This follows the launch of the government's “Active Travel Strategy”, which aims to present a future vision for such activities as walking and cycling in a “greener and more liveable” … Read more about Gibraltar Unveils Vision for a Greener City Lifestyle
COVID-19 Test Required for Travellers from China, Hong Kong and Macau
The increasingly rapid spread of COVID-19 in China has prompted Gibraltar’s public health authorities to reintroduce obligatory tests for travellers from the region. The new requirements came into effect on 2 January. According to the Gibraltar Health Authority and Public Health Gibraltar, a … Read more about COVID-19 Test Required for Travellers from China, Hong Kong and Macau
Master of Wine Appointed by British Airways to “Elevate” Passengers’ Gastronomic Experience
British Airways has appointed a master of wine to source and select the company’s drinks. The appointment follows the airline’s launch earlier this year of “The Wine Flyer” in partnership with IAG Loyalty. The latter enables members of the Executive Club loyalty programme to collect up to 10 Avios … Read more about Master of Wine Appointed by British Airways to “Elevate” Passengers’ Gastronomic Experience
Potential Return of Wizz Air Flights on the Agenda at Gibraltar Aviation Summit
Gibraltar’s government has held discussions with Wizz Air in the hope that the airline will resume its regular flights to the Rock. During this month’s CAPA World Aviation Summit & Awards for Excellence held in Gibraltar, minister for business, tourism and the port Vijay Daryanani met with … Read more about Potential Return of Wizz Air Flights on the Agenda at Gibraltar Aviation Summit
Popular Christmas Coin Collection Unveiled in Gibraltar
Gibraltar’s annual Christmas coin collection was unveiled today. Held at the Gibraltar Savings Bank, the launch was presided over by Sir Joe Bossano, minister with responsibility for the Gibraltar National Mint. This is the 34th year since the first collection was launched in 1988, including the … Read more about Popular Christmas Coin Collection Unveiled in Gibraltar
Gibraltar Launches Christmas Fair Attractions
The Christmas period has now officially begun in Gibraltar, with the “Festival of Lights” inaugurated last week and now locals and visitors able to enjoy a diverse program of fair attractions. The lights will be switched on automatically every day until Friday 6 January (Three Kings Day) and, as … Read more about Gibraltar Launches Christmas Fair Attractions