Trade Associations – Gov

IATA has called for a comprehensive and impartial investigation into the tragic crash of Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 on December 25.

Athens is not experiencing overtourism, but findings highlight its vulnerability due to rising visitor numbers and the strain on its infrastructure.

Supply chain disruptions, including delivery delays, aging fleets, and parked aircraft, are expected to limit airlines’ capacity for growth in 2025, according to IATA.

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has appointed Charles “Bud” Darr as President and Chief Executive Officer effective February 3, 2025.

Greece and Turkey are focusing on strategies to achieve mutual benefits in the tourism sector.

IATA and Airports Council International (ACI) are locked in a debate over airport capacity and slot regulations.

The revised EU Package Travel Directive clarifies several aspects of previous legislation, particularly focusing on refunds, insolvency protection, and the use of vouchers.

Twenty-one island port upgrade projects have been included in the strategic investments of Greece’s asset development fund (HRADF), expediting their progress.

Greece has returned 1,055 ancient coins to Türkiye, which had been illegally imported into the country in 2019.

SETE outlines four key priorities essential for ensuring the Greek tourism sector’s long-term growth and resilience.

The Greek government aims to address the dual challenge of enhancing tourism education and meeting the sector’s labor demands.

A European tourism strategy is being developed to tackle critical challenges and ensure the sector’s sustainable growth.

Greece has been chosen to host the 9th Ministerial Conference of the Ancient Civilizations Forum in 2025.

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) promoted Greece’s commitment to sustainable tourism at a digital destination-branding event in London.

Google searches for travel to Athens from the US have increased significantly, with additional growth noted from Israel, the UK, and France.

Greek short-term rental property managers are protesting new legislation targeting the sector.

The Ionia Motorway will be extended to the Greek-Albanian border, further enhancing the connectivity of the Region of Epirus.

The diverse and sustainable tourism offerings of Western Macedonia and Lesvos Island were recently highlighted during a promotional event in Frankfurt.

Executives from two travel agencies and a journalist from Serbia recently had the opportunity to explore the key attractions and unique thematic experiences of Western Macedonia.

The ECTAA Travel Protection Summit will take place in Brussels on February 19, 2025, and explore both B2B and B2C travel protection strategies.