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R&R 2020: New Hospitality Forum Announced for October

Questex Hospitality Group has announced that it is organizing the Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum (R&R) 2020, in Algarve, Portugal, in October.

UNWTO Lists 23 Recommendations for Tourism’s Recovery from Covid-19

The UNWTO has released a set of recommendations calling for urgent and strong support to help the global tourism sector recover from the unprecedented challenge of coronavirus (Covid-19).

Commission Issues Advice on EU Non-essential Travel Ban

The Commission has issued additional guidance to ensure that a temporary restriction on non-essential travel to the EU is being implemented equally by all member states.

Greek PM Encourages Gov’t Officials to Offer Half of Salary for Covid-19 Cause

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has called on government officials to offer half of their salaries over the next two months to help address the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

Study: 50% of Greeks Believe they will be Infected by Covid-19

Half of all Greeks believe they will at some point contract the Covid-19 virus with a large percentage calling for stricter measures, according to a study by Interview.

Cybersecurity a Key Issue for Airports During Covid-19 Pandemic, Says ACI

ACI World has issued guidance on IT practices, including cyber security measures, for airports around the globe, in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Chios Tourism Body Calls for Gov’t Actions to Restore Tourist Activity

The Chios Tourism Organization is calling for measures to restore the island’s reputation after being impacted by the refugee crisis and now by the coronavirus outbreak.

US Expresses Solidarity with Greece Through New 2021 Logo

The US government will use the new #USGreece2021 logo for all its programming in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of Greece’s independence and the unbreakable bonds of friendship between the two countries.

Athens Extends ‘Help at Home’ Program to Support Vulnerable Groups

The Municipality of Athens has introduced its “Help at Home Plus” program that aims to support vulnerable groups during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Skiathos Palace Cup Postponed Due to COVID-19

The Skiathos Palace Cup, a sailboat match racing event that was scheduled to take place in May on Skiathos, has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Demand for Travel Stronger After Covid-19, Says Study

Despite the coronavirus crisis, the interest for travel appears strong for January 2021, according to a study by travel marketing solutions provider Sojern.

Greece Mulls Measures to Reboot Tourism After Covid-19

Greek authorities are examining a series of measures in efforts to give the tourism sector a boost after the coronavirus pandemic subsides.

Covid-19: Short-term Rental Operators in Greece Seeking Support

The Greek Property Managers Association is requesting for the government to include Airbnb-style rental operators in a support scheme for businesses impacted by the Covid-19 crisis.

Covid-19: Lockdown Gets Tighter for Five Greek Municipalities

Additional stringent lockdown measures, including a strict curfew, have been imposed on five municipalities in northern Greece to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

Covid-19: Greece Takes Part in UNWTO’s Global Tourism Crisis Committee Meeting

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis took part in the first virtual meeting of the Global Tourism Crisis Committee of the UNWTO, launched to mitigate the impact of Covid-19 on the global tourism sector.

Greek Tourist Guides Call for Inclusion in Covid-1 Aid Scheme

The Greek Tourist Guide Federation is calling on the government to include professional guides in its financial support program aimed at mitigating the repercussions of the coronavirus crisis.

Embassy: Possible Flight Options for Americans in Greece for Travel to the US

The United States Embassy in Athens has informed American citizens in Greece on possible flight options for return to the US due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis.

Tokyo 2020 Olympics Get New Start Date: July 23, 2021

The International Olympic Committee has announced that the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games have been rescheduled to take place between July 23 - August 8, 2021.

SEGAS Moves Athens Half Marathon 2020 to September

The Athens Half Marathon 2020 event has been rescheduled to take place on Sunday, September 20, in the Greek capital.

Reload Hotel Sales Management Responds to Covid-19 Crisis

Reload Hotel Sales Management has launched new services to assist its partners during the COVID-19 crisis.