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Report: 1 in 2 Europeans Optimistic About Travel Due to Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout

The impact of Covid-19 vaccines on travel sentiment is fairly positive, according to the European Travel Commission’s latest report.

Air France to Give Up Some Paris-Orly Slots to Receive €4bn State Aid

Air France has agreed to release up to 18 slots at Paris-Orly airport in order for the EU to approve a €4 billion recapitalization plan by the French government.

Mitsis Hotels Group Restarts Safe Operation from April 1

The Mitsis Hotels Group on April 1 will open the doors of its five-star Mitsis Grand Hotel on the Greek island of Rhodes.

Greek Tourism Says ‘Health First’ in Six Languages

The “Destination Greece. Health First” website, which includes all travelers need to know on Greece's health protocols for tourism, is now available in six languages.

TTO: Vaccinations, Bilateral Agreements Vital for Greek Tourism Recovery

The recovery of Greek tourism depends on the course of vaccinations and the bilateral agreements to be signed with other countries, according to TTO President Voula Patoulidou.

Central Macedonia Film Office Brings Foreign Productions to Greece

The Film Office of the Central Macedonia Region during its first months of operation managed to bring three foreign cinema productions to Greece.

Air France-KLM: Rules for Entry to the Netherlands and France

The Air France-KLM group has released useful information on the Covid-19 health rules that have been announced for entry to the Netherlands and France.

ITB-IPK Study: Travelers Interested in Travel to Europe Next Year

People appear to be ready to travel mostly in Europe in the new year placing high priority on health standards, according to a new ITB-IPK study.

The Netherlands Changes All of Greece to ‘Yellow’, Updates Travel Advice

Travelers arriving to The Netherlands from anywhere in Greece do not need to self-isolate, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

‘Rental Center Crete’ Launches New Website in Greek

Rental Center Crete, a leading car rental company located on Crete, has launched its website in the Greek language.

IATA’s 2020 Annual General Meeting in November to be Virtual

IATA's 2020 Annual General Meeting will take place on November 24, as a virtual event, hosted by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.

Minister: Greece Still Winning Investors’ Vote of Confidence

Greece is still winning over investors, despite the Covid-19 crisis, as landmark projects like Hellinikon enter materialization phase, according to Investments Minister Adonis Georgiadis.

The Authentic Marathon Swim Revives 2,500 Years Later in Greece

The Authentic Marathon Swim recently revived in Artemision, Evia, 2,500 years later with the participation of swimmers from all over the world.

Covid-19: All Greek Islands Placed on Quarantine List by The Netherlands

The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has changed its travel advice for the Greek islands, switching them from "yellow" to "orange" (only necessary trips).

In Memory of Hans A. Vermunt

Hans A. Vermunt, the director of “Waterman Travel & more”, last month passed away at the age of 62 in his residence on the Greek island of Corfu.

Air France and KLM Assist Passengers Needing Covid-19 Tests to Travel

Air France and KLM are assisting their customers that need a negative Covid-19 test taken before departure to certain destinations.

Study Reveals Covid-19 Impact on Greece’s Source Markets

An INSETE study reveals the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Greece's source markets and the rollover effect on tourism.

GNTO Teams Up with Mastercard to Promote Greece

The GNTO and Mastercard have joined forces to promote Greece to the German, Danish and Dutch markets through a new campaign running to September 30.

Commission Gives Green Light for KLM’s €3.4bn Bailout

The European Commission has approved a 3.4 billion euros Dutch aid measure to KLM to provide urgent liquidity to the company in the context of the Covid-19 outbreak.

Spyros Gianniotis and the European Swimming Elite at The Authentic Marathon Swim

The Greek island of Evia is preparing to host The Authentic Marathon Swim, a prime sports tourism event scheduled to take place from September 4-6.