Canaves Oia Luxury Resorts: A Message from the Managing Director

By admin 10 Απριλίου 2020 No comment

There is no doubt that nowadays the world is changing, evolving in a way. This requires from us flexibility, perspicacity and boldness. It’s also a great time to reflect on what is important and how to be better in every way. We, as hoteliers, are a lot more than providers of a place to stay. […]

Greek PM Sets Target to Save 2020 Tourism Amid Covid-19 Crisis

By admin 9 Απριλίου 2020 No comment

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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (left) during a video conference with tourism stakeholders on Thursday. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis set the agenda on Thursday for the next day in tourism, after the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic subsides, underlining the importance of swiftly covering lost ground and safeguarding businesses and jobs. The Greek PM

GNTO and Greek Small Islands Network Discuss Covid-19 Crisis Action Plan

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The port of Ithaki island. The main challenges created by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic on the country’s small islands were addressed during a video conference call between Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) President Angela Gerekou and island municipal authorities, members of the Hellenic Small Islands Network. “From the onset, the tourism ministry and the

Greek Consumer Groups: Travel Vouchers Should be Optional

By admin 9 Απριλίου 2020 No comment

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Photo source: EKPIZO Overwhelmed with complaints and questions over refunds for affected travel plans due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak, Greece’s consumer groups are calling for the implementation of EU regulations that foresee full refunds for package travel. The groups underline that vouchers for travel at a later date should only be an option for […]

NJV Athens Plaza: Menu for Easter at Home

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NJV Athens Plaza The catering service of the NJV Athens Plaza hotel has prepared a unique Greek Orthodox Easter menu, with traditional recipes, for people to enjoy from the comfort of their home. NJV is among the few hotels in the region of Attica that have remained open amid the coronavirus pandemic. Due to the […]

Greek Chamber Proposes Vacation Coupon Plan to Stimulate Domestic Tourism

By admin 9 Απριλίου 2020 No comment

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In an attempt to stimulate domestic tourism in the aftermath of the coronavirus (Covid-19) health crisis, the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EBEA) has proposed the launch of a holiday discount program aimed at some two million Greeks. To be implemented from 1 July to 31 December 2020, the program will cover the cost […]

Greek Film Archive Presents Rare Movies Online

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“Astero” The Greek Film Archive, a non-profit organization contributing to the collection, conservation and promotion of Greece’s film heritage, this month is holding online screenings from a selection of rare feature films. Dating back to the 1920s and 30s, these films have been recovered and restored using digital technology and are part of the organization’s […]

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Pours $100m into Covid-19 Global Relief Effort

By admin 9 Απριλίου 2020 No comment

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The Athens-based Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) announced that it would be contributing 100 million dollars to global relief efforts aimed at addressing the effects of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. In this direction, the SNF announced a grant of 3 million dollars to The Rockefeller University in New York City, to go towards medical research focused […]

EIU: World Economy to Shrink by 2.5% in 2020 due to Covid-19

By admin 8 Απριλίου 2020 No comment

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The world’s economy is expected to shrink by 2.5 percent in 2020 hit by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and its effect on demand and supply channels, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). Initial estimates had global GDP growth at 2.3 percent. The expected post-coronavirus contraction is deeper than during the global financial crisis due […]

IATA Chief: Quick Coordinated Action Key to Airlines’ Recovery

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Photo Source: @IATA Firm coordinated plans must be in place when the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic subsides in order for airlines to cover lost ground and return to operations, said International Air Transport Association (IATA) Director General and CEO Alexandre de Juniac, this week. De Juniac underlined the need to support and safeguard the sector, which has […]