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#TogetherInTravel: WTTC Launches Campaign to Inspire Global Tourism Community

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched a new marketing campaign, named #TogetherInTravel, aiming to stimulate the global tourism community.

Greek Marinas Association Supports Remote Learning Programs for Students

The Greek Marinas Association (GMA) will donate 165 tablet computers to the Greek Education Ministry, aiming to enhance its remote learning programs.

Greece to Gradually Ease Covid-19 Lockdown Measures at Month’s End

Greece will begin to progressively ease Covid-19 restrictions as of April 27, says Government Spokesman Stelios Petsas.

Travel Vouchers Should Remain Voluntary, Says European Commission

The European Commission is not against vouchers as an alternative to cash refunds for canceled travel bookings due to Covid-19, but only if they are voluntary and secured against insolvency of travel operators.

US Airlines to Get $25 billion Coronavirus Payroll Bailout

Ten coronavirus-hit US airlines have tentatively agreed to a 25-billion-dollar injection to help them meet payroll needs through to September.

Greek Tourism Ministry Sets Post-Coronavirus Agenda

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and the GNTO are exploring ways to redefine Greece’s tourism product so it can adapt to the new reality after the Covid-19 pandemic.

Crete Educational Bodies Team Up with GNTO to Study Covid-19 Effect

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) will join forces with two Crete-based institutions to develop a tourism strategy to be implemented after the Covid-19 pandemic subsides.

Europe Chief Advises Against Travel, Urges Seniors to Stay Home until Year End

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen advised Europeans to wait before making travel plans and seniors to stay put until the end of the year.

Thessaloniki Invites Visitors to Explore its Best Through VR Travel App

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization has released a video of a VR travel application, aiming to promote the city's sites to potential travelers to visit once it's safe to travel again.

SETE: 10 Steps for Greek Tourism to Restart

The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) has presented 10 targeted actions that are needed to restart and support the country's tourism sector after the Covid-19 crisis.

Study: Greece’s Brand Name Key for Tourism to Recover from Covid-19

Greece's strong brand name will play a key role in the recovery of the country's tourism sector after the coronavirus pandemic subsides, says INSETE.

Greek Islands Want Return to Lower VAT Rates in View of Covid-19 Damage

South Aegean island authorities are calling on the Greek government to reinstate previously reduced VAT rates in order to mitigate the adverse economic effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greek PM Sets Target to Save 2020 Tourism Amid Covid-19 Crisis

The next day in tourism, after the coronavirus pandemic subsides, is high on the agenda of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Greek Chamber Proposes Vacation Coupon Plan to Stimulate Domestic Tourism

The Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry has proposed the launch of a holiday discount program for Greeks to stimulate domestic tourism after the Covid-19 crisis.

Greece Looking at Domestic Tourism to Jumpstart Sector After Covid-19

Greece will show extra attention to domestic tourism this year in an effort to salvage the 2020 season, which is up against the Covid-19 challenge.

Covid-19: Germany Suspends Refund Obligation of Airlines for Canceled Flights

The so-called "Corona-Cabinet" of the German Federal Government has decided to temporarily suspend the reimbursement obligation for flights canceled due to a Covid-19 pandemic.

Europe’s Hard-hit Aviation Industry Calls on EU to ‘Act Now’

Europe’s aviation stakeholders are ringing alarm bells calling on EU lawmakers to take action now and protect the industry as the Covid-19 crisis pushes ahead.

Covid-19: Greece Imposes Curfew on Mykonos

Greek authorities have imposed a strict curfew on the residents of Mykonos for the next 14 days, in efforts to prevent the further spread of COVID-19.

Travel Agents: IATA Flexible on BSP Payments but Picks Vouchers Over Refunds

IATA’s CEO explains to travel agents the association's “flexible approach” to BSP payments, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and informs that it considers travel vouchers as "the best answer" instead of ticket refunds.

Pandemic Spurs EU MPs to Call for More Refugee Support

European lawmakers urged member states to offer Greece more support in its efforts to deal with the ongoing refugee crisis, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.