Covid-19

IATA has released guidance to ensure that the air cargo industry will be ready to support the large-scale handling, transport and distribution of a Covid-19 vaccine.

The three global airline alliances – oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance – are calling on international governments to act quickly to adopt testing protocols and digital “health pass” technology to re-open borders.

Elementary schools in Greece will remain closed as of November 16 in efforts of the government to curb the spread of the coronavirus pandemic in the country.

The Greek Tourism Ministry has announced guidelines for visitors that are arriving, leaving or already staying in Greece during the national lockdown.

The Covid-19 pandemic continued to have a negative effect on air travel to Greece in October, according to recent data from the country’s airports.

Greece will receive more than 25 million doses of a vaccine for the coronavirus in early 2021, according to Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

The monastic community of Mount Athos will remain closed to all pilgrims until the end of November due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Greek hoteliers are claiming their businesses are at stake, after TUI issued contract amendments that will delay payment for accommodation booked at Greek hotels this year.

Representatives from all sectors of travel and tourism took part in the ITIC Investment Summit, held during WTM Virtual, to discuss ways to boost business recovery and restore traveller confidence.

UNWTO and Sommet Education have announced the 30 finalists of the Hospitality Challenge, an initiative designed to accelerate recovery in the tourism sector.