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WTM London: Covid-19 Test Facility Will Be at ExCeL Expo Center

WTM London will have a Covid-19 testing facility inside ExCeL expo center for visitors who need to take a test before flying home.

Travel & Tourism Bodies Welcome UK Decision to Remove 47 Countries from ‘Red List’

Global travel and tourism bodies have welcomed the UK government’s decision to narrow down its “red list” of countries based on Covid-19 risk.

Covid-19: Opening Borders an Immediate Priority for Travel, Say Agency Trade Associations

Five travel agency trade associations are calling on government leaders to make the opening of borders a priority for the restart of international travel.

Greece Still Off UK’s ‘Green’ Safe Travel List

Greece has not been added to the UK’s ‘green list’ of quarantine-free destinations, following the review of the government’s traffic light system for travel.

Reports: Greece May Make it On the UK’s Revised Travel List

A number of Greek and Spanish islands may soon be included on the UK’s revised “green list” of countries, according to recent reports.

Global Tourism Sector ‘Disappointed’ with UK’s ‘Green List’

Global tourism stakeholders are disappointed with the UK’s “green list” of countries that excludes popular holiday destinations such as Greece and Spain.

UK Recovery Roadmap Sees Int’l Travel Resuming After May 17

Non-essential international travel from England is not expected to re-open until May 17 at the earliest, according to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

Covid-19: New UK Hotel Quarantine Rule for Arrivals from 30 Red-listed Countries

The UK government has ordered a 10-day mandatory hotel quarantine for all incoming UK residents from 30 red-listed countries.

WTM London Publishes Manifesto for Safer, Smarter and Greener Tourism Industry

WTM London has published a Travel & Tourism Manifesto to guide policy-makers with concrete solutions to present and future challenges.

Brits Looking Towards Greece for 2021 Spring, Summer Travel

Despite a general hesitation for travel in the post-Covid-19 era, British travelers are showing an interest in spending their holidays in Greece next year, according to ABTA.

Οι νικητές των Greek Hospitality Awards 2020

Συνολικά 140 ξενοδοχεία και επιχειρήσεις τουρισμού από όλη την Ελλάδα βραβεύτηκαν στα Greek Hospitality Awards 2020.

Στις 6 Οκτωβρίου η τελετή απονομής των Greek Hospitality Awards 2020

Στις 6 Οκτωβρίου θα πραγματοποιηθεί η τελετή απονομής των Greek Hospitality Awards 2020, μέσα από την ψηφιακή πλατφόρμα LiveOn.

WTM London to Discuss Diversity with BAME Women in Travel

WTM London will host a virtual panel discussion with the BAME (black, Asian and minority ethnic) division of Women in Travel, on September 10.

UK’s STA Travel Ceases Trading Due to Covid-19 Pandemic

STA Travel, a UK-based youth travel company, has ceased trading due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the global travel industry.

EU Commission Urges Vacationers to Accept Vouchers for Future Travel

Τhe European Commission is encouraging customers to opt for vouchers instead of refunds and consider traveling at a later date, in an attempt to offset losses for the travel industry due to COVID-19.

Brussels – UK Finalize Brexit for Jan. 31, Travel Continues ‘as Usual’

Travel operators in the UK are sprinting to reassure holidaymakers that travel will continue as usual after the Brexit deadline on January 31.

EU Commission Extends No-deal Brexit Air Travel to Oct. 2020

UK airlines will continue flights into the EU through to 24 October 2020, the Commission said, in order to facilitate travel in case of a no-deal Brexit.

Greece Lifts Partial Ban on Notorious Quad Bikes

A partial ban on the notorious quad bikes, seen in dozens roaming the Greeks islands during the summer months, has been lifted.

Zakynthos Among Thomas Cook’s Top 5 Busiest Destinations for Summer 2019

The Greek island of Zakynthos stands among Thomas Cook's top five busiest destinations for summer 2019, according to the company.

Rhapsody Travel Receives ‘Travelife’ Certification for Sustainability

Rhapsody Travel has been honored with the Travelife Certified Award for its long-term commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility.