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Greece Confirms 5 Nonstop Routes Between Athens and the United States

Athens this year will welcome direct flights from New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Newark and Washington DC, the Greek Tourism Ministry has confirmed.

Summer Senses Luxury Resort on Paros Welcomes Summer Season on May 20

The five-star Summer Senses Luxury Resort will open its doors on May 20 and safely welcome guests to the Greek island of Paros.

‘Pillow urban stay’ in Thessaloniki Prepares for May Opening

The Pillow urban stay, located in the heart of Thessaloniki, just 200 metres from the White Tower, is preparing to open its doors in May.

Commission Sees ‘Glimmer of Hope’ for EU Tourism this Summer

There is a “glimmer of hope” for EU tourism this summer, according to European Commissioner for the Internal Market Thierry Breton.

Alitalia: Summer 2021 Seasonal Flights from Rome to 9 Greek Islands

Alitalia this summer season will connect Rome Fiumicino airport with nine Greek islands and Milan Linate airport with Rhodes.

Greece Opens Call for ‘Quarantine Hotels’

The Greek Tourism Ministry is inviting hotels on six islands to offer their facilities for Covid-19 isolation purposes.

Greece’s Updated Covid-19 Health Protocols for Hotels Coming Soon

The updated Covid-19 health protocols that are to be applied in Greek hotels this season are expected to be officially released in the coming days.

Greece Looking to Open to Travelers from the United States

The United States is one of the markets that Greece is eyeing to form a travel arrangement that will open up tourism between the two countries this year.

European Travel Commission Invites Partners to Join #OpenUpToEurope Campaign

The European Travel Commission (ETC) is seeking partners to invest in a pan-European campaign aiming to reinforce consumer confidence and stimulate pent-up demand for travel in Europe.

Ryanair to Open New Bases on Corfu, Rhodes, Crete for Summer 2021

Ryanair will open three new bases on the Greek islands of Corfu, Rhodes and Crete for summer 2021.

DRV: German Demand for Travel to Greece is High for Summer 2021

Demand for Greek destinations remains high among German travelers for the 2021 summer season, says DRV President Norbert Fiebig.

Airlines: EU Decides Less Strict Rules for Use of Take-off and Landing Slots

The EU will revamp rules for the use of airport slots to prevent "ghost flights" and support the air transport sector during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Airlines: EU Preparing New Covid-19 Slot Relief to Avoid Ghost Flights

The EU is preparing new temporary rules to help air carriers cope with the decline in air traffic caused by the Covid-19 crisis and avoid operating empty flights.

WTTC: Strong Summer of Travel in 2021 Could Save Over 100m Tourism Jobs

More than 100 million jobs could return to the global tourism sector in 2021, as the world recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic, says the WTTC.

INcrementUM is Ready for 2021

Greek hospitality consulting firm INcrementUM is working at full speed in order for its clients to be ready once travelers feel confident to book their holidays again.

Ryanair: New Rhodes – Venice Treviso Service for Summer 2021

Ryanair has announced the launch of a new route connecting the Greek island of Rhodes with Venice Treviso airport in Italy for the summer 2021.

Summer 2021: MSC Cruises to Base Ship in Greece for First Time

MSC Cruises will deploy MSC Lirica to the Eastern Mediterranean market in summer 2021 and she will homeport in Piraeus, Greece, for the entire season.
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