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IATA has identified a measure Greece took to support aviation in Covid-19 times, as a successful example of stimulating passenger growth.

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis presented 5 proposals for tourism’s recovery, during the UNWTO’s 7th Global Tourism Crisis Committee meeting.

Europe in 2021 is expected to be the worst-hit in terms of airline losses (-$11.9 billion) due to the impacts of Covid-19 on air transport.

Greece’s professional tourist guides are calling on the government to extend financial support through to March 2021.

The European Commission has presented a plan for green, smart and affordable mobility, aiming to cut emissions by 90% by 2050.

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, tourism arrivals to Elafonisos dropped by only 13.7% during July-October 2020, compared to the same period last year.

WTM London has published a Travel & Tourism Manifesto to guide policy-makers with concrete solutions to present and future challenges.

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has proposed joint actions to strengthen connectivity between Greece and the Arab countries.

In view of the holiday season, global travel and aviation bodies are calling on EU governments to lift quarantine measures and restore travel.

People appear to be ready to travel mostly in Europe in the new year placing high priority on health standards, according to a new ITB-IPK study.

The Athens Traders Association has tabled its proposals for the smooth re-opening of shops in the Greek capital, ahead of the holiday season. 

Greek authorities will boost frequency of bus and metro services in Attica, in efforts to address overcrowding and limit the spread of Covid once lockdown is lifted.

A new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) recommends global guidelines for a safe and seamless traveller journey in the ‘new normal’.

TIF-Helexpo has announced the 15 applicants that will enter the second phase of an international competition for the revamp of the Thessaloniki Exhibition Center.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis backed the government’s decision to continue lockdown measures into the new year stressing the need to avoid a third wave of Covid-19.

The Greek Tourism Ministry has presented a bill aimed at streamlining actions for the promotion of attractions, including the Shipwreck Beach on Zakynthos.

Aiming to establish the Greek capital as an attractive filming destination, the municipal authority has announced the creation of the Athens Film Office.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling on governments to exempt airline crews from Covid-19 testing that is applied to air travelers.

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) in December will promote Greek tourism to the Italian market through digital events.

Ensuring accessibility for tourists with specific access requirements can be a “game changer” for destinations around the world, the UNWTO says.