Travel Demand Will Bounce Back After Covid-19 Vaccine Distribution, Says Emirates President

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Photo source: Emirates The imminent approval and distribution of a Covid-19 vaccine is expected to restore demand for air travel and help the aviation industry bounce back, Emirates Airlines President Tim Clark estimates. Clark expressed his views on the future of aviation during an interview with BBC Presenter and Broadcaster Rajan Datar at the virtual […]

ITB Virtual Convention will Shine Spotlight on Rebuilding Trust in Travel

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Experts from the hospitality, aviation and cruise industries will discuss on the role of trust management in tourism, during the ITB Virtual Convention that is scheduled to take place on ITB.com on November 19. Under the heading “Spotlight on rebuilding trust in International Tourism & Travel “, topics discussed by experts from the hospitality, aviation […]

Ryanair’s O’Leary Says Air Travel Will Return to pre-Covid-19 Volumes in 2021-2022

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Photo Source: @Ryanair Air travel may go back to pre-Covid-19 volumes sooner than predicted – by 2021-22, Ryanair Group CEO Michael O’Leary said on Tuesday, during WTM Virtual, the international travel trade show that is taking place online. Speaking during a one-to-one interview with WTM Aviation Expert John Strickland, O’Leary said that the coronavirus pandemic […]

Greek Consumers Group Issues Guidelines for Canceled Trips Due to Covid-19 Lockdown

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The Greek government’s decision for Greece to enter a second lockdown as of November 7 to curb the spread of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, has affected the ability of people to travel as well as the plans of consumers who had already booked tickets. The Union for Working Consumers of Greece – EEKE, which aims to […]

Lufthansa Starts First Trial Run for Covid-19 Rapid Tests

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As of November 12, Lufthansa will begin conducting the first test runs for comprehensive Covid-19 antigen rapid tests on select routes between Munich and Hamburg. In close cooperation with Munich and Hamburg airports as well as with biotech company Centogene and the Medicover Group’s medical care center, MVZ Martinsried, the airline will be offering its […]

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

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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

GNTO to Support Athens City Center Market

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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 […]