The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has praised the Greek government for its efforts and steps taken to restart international travel from May 14.
International tourism and aviation bodies are urging Prime Minister Boris Johnson to include the restart of travel in the UK's recovery plans, due to be outlined on February 22.
The WTTC warns that the UK's latest emergency border measures, taken to prevent the spread of new Covid-19 variants, could be a "crushing blow" to travel.
IATA and the WTTC have welcomed the US and UK rule on pre-departure testing as a major step towards the return of international travel and reopening markets without quarantine.
The WTTC is calling for a Covid-19 testing regime to be placed at airports rather than for governments to impose blanket travel bans to protect public health.
The WTTC has launched new guidelines for inclusion and diversity in the Travel & Tourism sector that were compiled to support businesses of all sizes and provide an inclusive work environment for all employees.
International business travel could restart if agreement is secured to safeguard journeys of up to 72-hours free from quarantines, says the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
