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Commission Sees Growth for Greece Stable at 2.3% in 2024

The Greek economy will continue to grow at a steady pace in 2024 on the back of a 2.2 percent rise in 2023, said the European Commission.

Korean Air Gets Approval from European Commission on Asiana Merger

The European Commission approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of Asiana by Korean Air, subject to conditions.

Greece Sees Opportunities in EU and Armenia Aviation Agreement

Greece expects the EU - Armenia aviation agreement to create new opportunities for the promotion of Greece’s tourism product.

Airline Mergers a Concern for European Consumer and Travel Bodies

European travel associations are wary of a growing number of airline mergers, which they say, will impact the competitiveness of the market.

EU Agrees to Improve Working Conditions for Tourist Bus Drivers

EU bodies agree to new rules that will improve the working conditions for tourist bus drivers.

EU Investigating Lufthansa’s Bid for ITA Airways Stake

The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation into Lufthansa’s proposed acquisition of stake in ITA Airways.

DiscoverEU: Over 36,000 Youngsters to Travel Across Europe for Free

Over 36,000 young Europeans will travel across Europe with free passes thanks to the DiscoverEU initiative, funded under the Erasmus+ programme.

Maritime Spatial Planning: European Commission Refers Greece to EU Court of Justice

The European Commission has referred Greece to the Court of Justice of the EU for its failure to establish and communicate its maritime spatial plans.

Greece Gets Third EU Recovery and Resilience Facility Payment: €3.6bn

The European Commission paid Greece the third payment, which amounts to 3.64 billion euros, under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).

One More Win for EU Tourist Bus Drivers and Tourism Sector

EU lawmakers supported proposals that will give tourist bus drivers the choice to organize their breaks based on the demands of their work.

European Commission Names New Schengen Visa Application Platform

The European Commission announced the name of the EU’s new online Schengen visa application platform.

EU Wants Member States to Step Up Schengen Cooperation, Reduce Extended Border Checks

The European Commission aims to reduce extended border checks in the Schengen area by suggesting new measures.

European Disability Card: Travel Across EU to Become Easier for Persons with Disabilities

EU member states have agreed on a new European disability card for persons with disabilities.

ETC Marks 75 Years of Promoting European Tourism

The European Travel Commission (ETC) is celebrating 75 years of promoting and representing European tourism.

EU Moves Closer to Transparency in Short-term Rental Sector

EU lawmakers agreed on a draft regulation covering data collection and sharing to achieve transparency in the short-term rental market.

Majority of Europeans Prefer the Use of Digital Travel Documents

The majority of Europeans prefer to use digital travel documents for extra-Schengen travel.

Europe’s Travel Agents Concerned About Passenger and Package Traveler Rights Revisions

Europe’s travel agents are concerned over the “uneven” revisions of passenger and package traveler rights.

Israel – Hamas War Taking Toll on Package Travel Organizers

ECTAA is reiterating its call for stronger traveler rights protection in view of disruption caused by the Israel-Hamas war.

Grevena Shortlisted for European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2024 Title

Grevena in Western Macedonia, northern Greece, has been shortlisted for the European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2024 title.

EU: Updated ‘Fit for 55’ Law to Phase Out Polluting Vehicles by 2035

The finalization of ‘Fit for 55’ legislation paves the way for the EU’s immediate green transition across all sectors.