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Global Airline Industry Making Dynamic Comeback in 2022  

The world’s airline industry managed to cover significant lost ground in 2022, fast approaching pre-Covid 2019 levels, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

EU’s EES Entry-Exit Biometric Border Controls Delayed

The launch of the EU’s EES travel authorization system has been pushed back to the end of the year.

Greece on List of Top 10 European Countries Ranked by Flight Cancellations

Greece is included on a list of the top 10 European countries ranked by recent flight cancellations released by Mabrian Technologies.

ETC Gives Strong Outlook for 2022 European Tourism Recovery

Despite challenges, Europe is expected to recover 70% of pre-pandemic travel demand in 2022, says the European Travel Commission (ETC).

ACI World Renews Health Accreditation for the 14 Greek Airports Run by Fraport Greece

The 14 Greek airports run by Fraport Greece have received renewed health accreditation from ACI World for the measures implemented to curb the spread of Covid-19.

No More Masks in Airports or on Airplanes as of May 16, Say EU Authorities

EASA and ECDC have updated the health measures for air travel, dropping the recommendation for mandatory mask-wearing in airports and on flights.

Greece Seeks Ways to Compensate for Russia-Ukraine Impact on Tourism

Greece tourism authorities are looking for ways to address the possible backlash on tourist inflows and revenues created by the Russian-Ukraine conflict.
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Covid-19 Impact on Greek Tourism

The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is providing a timeline with select moments of the Covid-19 pandemic and its impact on the Greek tourism sector.

UN Aviation Agency ICAO Releases Global Health Certificate Database 

The UN aviation agency ICAO has created a new system that aims to ensure the validity of health certificates, including those for Covid-19, used for travel.

EU Extends Slot Relief Rules for Airlines Until October 2022

The European Commission adopted an extension to the airport slot relief rules of the 2022 summer scheduling season, running from March 28 until October 29.

Η Mega Airlines Studies σας καλεί να γίνετε οι επόμενοι επαγγελματίες του τουρισμού

Η σχολική χρονιά ξεκίνησε και η Mega Airlines Studies, με 22 χρόνια εμπειρίας στο χώρο της τουριστικής εκπαίδευσης, καλωσορίζει τους νέους σπουδαστές.

European Commission Gives Answers to Questions About the EU Digital COVID Certificate

The European Commission provides answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the EU Digital Covid Certificate, which aims to facilitate travel within Europe.

Interview – Mate Hoffmann: ‘Greece Continues to be One of Qatar Airways’ Most Prominent Markets’

Qatar Airways is committed to further developing tourism and trade connections with Greece, says Mate Hoffmann, the airline's Regional Manager for Southern Europe.

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.

Greece Eases Some Covid-19 Lockdown Rules, Keeps Movement Restrictions in Place

Greece from January 25 will ease a few Covid-19 lockdown measures but keep movement-related restrictions in place.

EU Leaders Fail to Agree on Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate

The EU has not reached a decision on a unified approach to movement of individuals in the Covid-19 era, which would help restart the economy and facilitate travel.

Greece’s Covid-19 Vaccine Certificate Proposal ‘Rocks the Boat’ at EU

Greece's proposal for an EU-wide coronavirus vaccination certificate to facilitate safe travel will be raised on January 21 during an EU leaders tele-conference.

Covid-19 Impact on Air Transport to be Worse in Europe

Europe in 2021 is expected to be the worst-hit in terms of airline losses (-$11.9 billion) due to the impacts of Covid-19 on air transport.

Greece Announces 10-day Quarantine for All Arrivals from Abroad as of December 18

The Greek government has announced a mandatory 10-day Covid-19 quarantine for all incoming travellers, arriving to Greece as of December 18.

Aviation Bodies: Flexible Slot Use a Must for Air Transport Recovery

Global aviation organizations are calling on regulators worldwide to adopt more flexible slot rules and preserve air transport connectivity.