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Cretan Investments Group Hellas Adds First Hotel to Tourism Portfolio

Cretan Investments Group Hellas has added the first hotel to its tourism portfolio by acquiring the Iti AKS Minoa Palace hotel on Crete.

ITB Virtual Convention will Shine Spotlight on Rebuilding Trust in Travel

Experts from the hospitality, aviation and cruise industries will analyze the role of trust management in tourism, during the ITB Virtual Convention on November 19.

Greek Consumers Group Issues Guidelines for Canceled Trips Due to Covid-19 Lockdown

Greece's Union for Working Consumers (EEKE) informs the public on their options in case they are forced to cancel a planned trip as a result of Covid-19 restrictions.

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.

Grand Forest Metsovo Voted Again as Leading Landmark Hotel in Europe

The Grand Forest Metsovo in Ioannina, Greece, was once again named "Leading Landmark Hotel in Europe" at the World Travel Awards.

Rethymno will Aim to Attract More American Tourists in 2021

The Municipality of Rethymno has joined forces with ASTA Greece to promote the city's tourism offerings to the US market and attract more travelers.

Lufthansa Starts First Trial Run for Covid-19 Rapid Tests

As of November 12, Lufthansa will begin conducting the first test runs for comprehensive Covid-19 antigen rapid tests on select routes.

Zakynthos’ Lesante Blu Resort Voted Greece’s Leading Resort at WTA 2020

The Lesante Blu Exclusive Beach Resort on Zakynthos has been announced as "Greece’s Leading Resort for 2020" at the World Travel Awards (WTA).

Netflix Films the Cats of Syros Island

The cats of the Greek island of Syros will be featured in a documentary produced by US media services provider Netflix.

UNWTO and IMO Call for Safe Resumption of Cruise Operations

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are calling for the gradual resumption of cruise operations.

Greek Regions Preparing 2021 Tourism Promotional Campaigns

The tourism campaigns of the Greek regions for the 2021 season will be largely based on online promotions through social media.

GNTO to Support Athens City Center Market

The Greek National Tourism Organization has announced a collaboration with the Athens Traders Association to promote the center of the Greek capital and support its local market.

WTM Virtual Starts on Monday, November 9

Travel and tourism professionals from around the world will reconnect with vital business partners at WTM Virtual during November 9-11.

ACI Calls for EU Recovery Plan for Airports

ACI Europe is calling for an EU Recovery Framework for Aviation and for governments to provide the requisite funding to support airports.

IATA: Covid-19 Comeback Hits September Air Passenger Demand

A second wave of Covid-19 and consecutive lockdowns across Europe have driven air demand in September down by 82.5% against 2019, says IATA.

Greece Hits Chinese Social Media Through Polaroid Photo Campaign

Greek destinations and sites were promoted on Chinese social media through the recent “Polaroid Traveler” online campaign.

Beauty of Lipsi Shown Through New Music Video

A music video that reveals the beauty of Lipsi has been released by the island's municipality to promote the destination's tourism offerings ahead of the 2021 season.

Euromonitor: Global Tourism will Take 3-5 years to Recover from Covid-19

Global tourism will take at least 3-5 years to recover from Covid-19, but players are finding innovative ways to survive the crisis, according to Euromonitor International.

Covid-19: Countries in Europe Battle Second Wave with Restrictions, Lockdowns

One by one European countries announce harsher measures - including full lockdowns -in efforts to contain the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic.

Relief Fund Launches for Samos After Earthquake

The Municipality of Eastern Samos has set up a website to accept donations following the earthquake that rocked the island.