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EU Ministers Focus on Twin Transition of Tourism Sector

Ministers responsible for tourism in the EU’s member states gathered in Brussels to discussed the twin transition of tourism – both digital and sustainable.

Greek Hoteliers Want to Recruit Foreign Workers to Fill Staffing Gap in Tourism

Greek hoteliers are looking to recruit third country nationals to fill the workforce gap the tourism sector is facing.

Greece’s Metaxas Group: Making the World a Better Place

Metaxas Group presented its sustainability report and future plans during an immersive media event on the island of Crete.

Athens to Host 66th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe

Athens, Greece, will be the host destination of the 66th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe during June 2-4.

Survey: Solo Travelers Undaunted by Coronavirus

Amidst a backdrop of Covid-fueled travel restrictions, solo travelers are forging ahead with plans to travel more often, according to a survey.

GNTO: Sustainable Development a Priority in Greece’s Tourism Campaigns

Sustainable development is a priority for Greece, that the Greek National Tourism Organization will continue to promote through its tourism campaigns.

Ryanair’s O’Leary Says Air Travel Will Return to pre-Covid-19 Volumes in 2021-2022

Air travel may go back to pre-Covid-19 volumes sooner than expected - by 2021-22, Ryanair Group CEO Michael O’Leary predicts.

Crete Makes Good Impression Despite Covid-19 Impact on Arrivals

Crete made a good impression this year despite the ongoing Covid-19 crisis and a considerable drop in arrivals, with 8 in 10 saying health protocols were satisfactory.

Greece Presented to US Travel Agents at ASTA’s Virtual Event

Greece’s tourism offerings were presented to US travel agents during the ASTA Global Live online event of the American Society of Travel Advisors.

ITB Asia 2020 Will Look to Reinvent Travel in the New Normal

The ITB Asia 2020 Virtual event, scheduled to take place during 21-23 October, has revealed its agenda that will focus on ways to reinvent travel.

World Tourism Day 2020 to Focus on Rural Communities

The 2020 edition of World Tourism Day will celebrate the unique role that tourism plays in providing opportunities for rural communities around the world.

Olympic Yacht Show 2020 Postponed Due to Covid-19

The Olympic Yacht Show 2020, which was to take place in Lavrio, Attica, in October, has been postponed due to the Covid-19 crisis.

GNTO Looks to Upgrade Digital Services for Greek Tourism

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is looking to upgrade its digital services through new technologies and information systems.

Thessaloniki‘s Grand Hotel Palace Welcomes Guests in Renovated Premises

The Grand Hotel Palace in Thessaloniki has reopened its doors and is welcoming guests in its renovated premises.

Posidonia Announces New ‘Web Forums Week‘ for Shipping

The Posidonia Web Forums Week will bring together leading maritime organisations in October for a series of online conferences and events focused on the shipping industry.

Air France-KLM and Amadeus Announce NDC Distribution Deal

The Air France-KLM group and Amadeus have signed a NDC distribution deal providing travel agents with access to the airlines' NDC services through the Amadeus Travel Platform.

Greece Attends First Expo After Covid-19 Lockdown

Greece presented its alternative forms of tourism at the TourNatur 2020 exhibition held September 4-6 in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Greece is 7th most Googled Holiday Destination Around the World

Greece is among the 10 most searched-for countries for post-lockdown holidays worldwide, ranking seventh on the list compiled by Official-ESTA.com.

‘Thessaloniki Helexpo Forum’ to Launch September 11

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on politics, economy and society will be discussed during the Thessaloniki Helexpo Forum, scheduled to take place during September 11-20.

Crete’s Elounda Peninsula Hotel Sees Increase in August Turnover Despite Covid-19

Crete's Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel in August saw its turnover rise compared to the same month in 2019, despite the Covid-19 health crisis.
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