Rethymno will Aim to Attract More American Tourists in 2021

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Rethymno, Crete. Photo Source: @Incredible Crete The Municipality of Rethymno has partnered with ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors) Greece aiming to promote its tourism offerings to the US market and attract more travelers in 2021. According to the municipality, an increasing number of US travelers visit Rethymno for holidays every year. “Our online platform […]

UNWTO and IMO Call for Safe Resumption of Cruise Operations

By admin 6 Νοεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have called for the gradual and safe resumption of cruise operations, highlighting its importance for the world economy. In a joint statement, the two UN agencies recognised the efforts made by the industry, countries and international organizations to protect the safety, health and

Greek Regions Preparing 2021 Tourism Promotional Campaigns

By admin 6 Νοεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Greece’s regions are currently preparing their promotional actions for the 2021 tourism season, members of Greece’s Regional Tourism Council recently informed Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis. During the council’s 11th meeting, which took place virtually, participating Greek vice-governors informed the minister that the tourism campaigns for next season will be

GNTO to Support Athens City Center Market

By admin 6 Νοεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Athens, Greece. Photo source: @Athens Traders Association The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) will collaborate with the Athens Traders Association (ESA) in its efforts to promote the center of the Greek capital and support its local market. Following a meeting held between GNTO President Angela Gerekou and ESA President Stavros Kafounis, it was announced that

ACI Calls for EU Recovery Plan for Airports

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Photo Source: @ACI Europe European airport trade body Airports Council International Europe (ACI EUROPE) is calling on the European Commission to urgently adopt an EU Recovery Framework for Aviation and for governments to provide the requisite funding to support airports – and the recovery of air connectivity from the impact it has received from Covid-19. With […]

IATA: Covid-19 Comeback Hits September Air Passenger Demand

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A second wave of Covid-19 and consecutive lockdowns across Europe have driven demand in September down by 82.5 percent against 2019 and global demand by 88.8 percent, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said on Thursday. “We have hit a wall in the industry’s recovery. A resurgence in Covid-19 outbreaks – particularly in Europe and the US […]

Beauty of Lipsi Shown Through New Music Video

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A music video showcasing the beauty of Lipsi, was recently released by the island’s municipality aiming to promote the destination’s tourism offerings ahead of the 2021 season. According to Lipsi Mayor Fotis Maggos, despite the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 tourism season turned out positive for the island. “Lipsi managed to maintain […]

Euromonitor: Global Tourism will Take 3-5 years to Recover from Covid-19

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Global tourism will take at least three-five years to recover from Covid-19, but players are finding innovative ways to survive the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, says Euromonitor International in its latest report. The “Accelerating Travel Innovations after Coronavirus” report by Euromonitor will be launched on the first day of WTM Virtual, on November 9. […]

Marriott International Announces New President of Europe, Middle East and Africa

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Marriott International has appointed Satya Anand as its President for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), a division that encompasses over 75 countries and territories. Anand was most recently the company’s Chief Operations Officer, Luxury & Southern Europe and Global Design for EMEA. He will replace Liam Brown, who has been appointed Group President, U.S. […]

Covid-19: Countries in Europe Battle Second Wave with Restrictions, Lockdowns

By admin 4 Νοεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Countries in Europe, one by one are announcing harsher measures – including full lockdowns as in the case of Britain – in efforts to contain the second wave of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. European leaders are concerned that the spike in coronavirus cases will push health services across the continent to breaking point. In many […]