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Italy to Activate ‘Covid-tested’ Safe Air Corridor for Flights from US

Fiumicino in Rome, Italy, will be the first airport in Europe to activate “Covid-tested” safe air corridors, on flights coming from the United States, excluding quarantine for passengers.

Investors Have Their Eye on Greece, Says Accor CEO Southern Europe

Accor CEO Southern Europe Maud Bailly highlights Greece's attractiveness as a destination for tourism investments.

AEGEAN Posts €187.1m Loss in First 9 Months of 2020 Due to Covid-19

Greek airline company AEGEAN posted a loss of 187.1 million euros during the first nine months of 2020 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece in Process of Forming 10-year Strategic Plan for Tourism

Greece is in the process of putting a 10-year strategic plan for tourism in place following its performance as a safe destination in summer 2020.

Villa NUPADI: Aria Hotels Expands its Portfolio in Kardamyli

Aria Hotels has added Villa NUPADI to its collection of properties in the area of Kardamyli in the Peloponnese.

European Commission Recommends Use of Rapid Antigen Tests for Covid-19

The Commission is pushing for the use of Covid-19 rapid antigen tests in efforts to ensure a common approach and more efficient testing strategies across the EU.

AEGEAN Achieves 4-star Covid-19 Airline Safety Rating by Skytrax

Greek carrier AEGEAN has been accredited with a 4-star Covid-19 Airline Rating by Skytrax, in recognition for its enhanced health and safety measures.

Coordinated Action Needed to Resume Travel, Say European Tourism Experts

European tourism experts and MEPs are calling for an EU-wide coordinated approach that will ensure the seamless restart of travel and tourism.

Domestic Tourism Brings ‘Good News’ for Employment, Says WTTC Head

The Covid-19 impact on tourism jobs will be milder than expected thanks to domestic travel that has started to recover in some countries.

Covid-19: Athens Airport Scores High for Safe Travel

Athens International Airport (AIA) is in the top 10 of the world's safest airports on the Safe Travel Score for October 2020.

Grand Forest Metsovo Voted Again as Leading Landmark Hotel in Europe

The Grand Forest Metsovo in Ioannina, Greece, was once again named "Leading Landmark Hotel in Europe" at the World Travel Awards.

Zakynthos’ Lesante Blu Resort Voted Greece’s Leading Resort at WTA 2020

The Lesante Blu Exclusive Beach Resort on Zakynthos has been announced as "Greece’s Leading Resort for 2020" at the World Travel Awards (WTA).

UNWTO and IMO Call for Safe Resumption of Cruise Operations

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are calling for the gradual resumption of cruise operations.

Aria Hotels Adds New Property to its Portfolio on Kimolos Island

Aria Hotels has added the "Kambos House", a traditional holiday residence, to its portfolio on the island of Kimolos.

AEGEAN Introduces its Hygiene Attendants for Safer Travel

Focusing on the safety of its passengers prior, during and after the flight, AEGEAN has introduced its Hygiene Attendants to travellers.

TUI: Bookings to Greece for 2021 are ‘Outstandingly Good’

Travel giant TUI sees bookings to Greece for 2021 looking 'outstandingly good', following the country's successful tourism restart in the post-Covid-19 era.

Study: Americans, Canadians Eager to Travel Again

Americans and Canadians are eager to travel again, with the majority already planning to take a holiday in 2021, according to a recent study.

Northern Greece Travel Firm Joysters Launches Covid-19 Safety Plan

Greek travel company Joysters has launched a specialized Covid-19 action plan based on National Public Health Organization and EU protocols for its clients.

Covid-19 Cases on TUI Cruise Ship in Greece Create Confusion

A Covid-19 scare on board TUI’s "Mein Schiff 6" cruise ship caused alarm after 12 crew members tested positive for the coronavirus.

Greece – TUI Optimistic as Demand Extends Tourism Season into Autumn

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis discussed the extension of the tourism season in Greece with TUI, as bookings are already in place for November.