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Rhodes Forum: Travel and Tourism Commit to Achieving Sustainability Goals

Association representatives from Europe’s travel and tourism sector signed a landmark declaration aiming to tackle climate change.

HOTREC: Rhodes to Host 1st EU Tourism Forum for Climate Crisis

Europe's tourism bodies, including HOTREC, ACI Europe, A4E, CLIA and ECTAA, will gather on Rhodes to discuss the climate crisis.

IATA Says Single European Sky Package Deal is a ‘Failure’

IATA released a statement as the European Council prepares to vote on amendments to the Single European Sky (SES) 2+ package.

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.

Covid-19: World Tourism Bodies Say China Traveler Restrictions a ‘Step Back’

World travel and tourism bodies, including airline associations, say EU recommendations to test travelers from China are a step back.

‘Toulouse Declaration’ Paves Way for Aviation Decarbonization

Thirty-five countries in Europe have signed the ‘Toulouse Declaration’, the first-ever public-private initiative supporting aviation’s decarbonization goals.

World Tourism Bodies Agree ‘Travel Restrictions Don’t Work’, Call for Coordinated Approach

International travel associations are warning that travel measures aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19 are not working.

‘Destination Summer’ Campaign Supports Safe Reopening of European Borders

Four European travel industry associations have launched ‘Destination Summer’, a new campaign urging EU and national policy makers to lift travel restrictions across Europe.

Global Travel Stakeholders Welcome EU Covid-19 Pass Deal

Global tourism stakeholders have welcomed the agreement between EU lawmakers and member states on the EU Digital COVID Certificate for travel.

Aviation, Travel & Tourism Sectors Welcome EU-wide Digital Green Certificate Idea

The world’s aviation, tourism and travel sectors have warmly welcomed the idea of an EU-wide digital green certificate verifying Covid-19 vaccination.

Airlines, Airports Call on EU to Align with Sector’s Slot Use Proposals

Europe’s airlines and airports are highly concerned by the European Commission’s proposal to amend the airport slot regulation.

Aviation Industry Welcomes EU’s Smart Mobility Plan

Aviation bodies in Europe have welcomed the European Commission’s Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, which promotes EU's green and digital transformation.

Travel and Aviation Bodies Call for Quarantine-free Journeys

In view of the holiday season, global travel and aviation bodies are calling on EU governments to lift quarantine measures and restore travel.

Covid-19: New Guidelines by EASA/ECDC Reject Quarantine of Air Travelers

EU agencies EASA and ECDC have released guidelines to support a coordinated approach to reduce risks related to the movement of travelers in the Covid-19 era.

Covid-19: Aviation, Tourism Sectors Not Happy with EU Guidance on Travel Restrictions

Aviation and tourism bodies are disappointed with the EU's guidance to member states on better coordinating Covid-19 travel measures.

EU-wide Covid-19 Testing Protocol for Travel Proposed by Aviation Bodies

European aviation bodies are calling for member states to replace quarantine measures with Covid-19 testing for passengers from high-risk areas.

Europe’s Travel and Tourism Industry Calls for End to Quarantines in EU

Over 20 travel and tourism bodies are calling for the European Commission to replace quarantine restrictions with a common EU testing protocol for travel.

Europe’s Airlines and Airports Urge EU to Extend Waiver of Slot Use Rules

Europe’s airlines and airports are calling for the European Commission to extend the suspension of EU regulations on airport slots and grant a full winter season waiver.

Airlines, Travel Agents Say EU Covid-19 Guidelines for Vouchers are ‘Confusing’

Europe’s airlines and travel agents said that the Commission's recommendations for travel in Covid-19 times are confusing, unclear and non-binding.

Airlines Pressing to Offer Vouchers Instead of Refunds Due to Covid-19

Airlines are requesting flexibility to offer rebookings or vouchers in place of refunds to passengers due to the Covid-19 situation.
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