MICE Industry to Depend More on Technology, Says IAPCO President

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The international MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) industry is undergoing major changes due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and becoming more and more dependent on technology. “Many of the day-to-day operations of MICE companies are transferred from project managers and program coordinators to IT professionals,” International Association of

Qatar Airways Plans to Expand Network to 124 Destinations by End of 2020

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In line with passenger and cargo demand, and the continued relaxation of entry restrictions worldwide, Qatar Airways has announced its winter flight schedule valid until the end of the year. By the end of 2020, Qatar Airways’ plans to rebuild its network to 124 destinations including 21 in Africa, 10 in the Americas, 42 in […]

Grecotel Announces Opening of its Larissa Imperial Hotel

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Grecotel Larissa Imperial hotel Grecotel Larissa Imperial, a five-star hotel located in Larissa, central Greece, will reopen its doors on October 12, ready to offer safe hospitality experiences to Greek and international travelers. The hotel remained closed for a few months due the Covid-19 lockdown and the preventive measures announced by Greek authorities. A member

ACI Gives Alternatives to Physical Distancing at Airport Security Checkpoints

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Airports Council International (ACI World) recently published alternatives to physical distancing at airport security checkpoints, following findings that the measure could reduce checkpoint capacity by up to 75 percent. According to ACI World, physical distancing has proven to be a good mitigation measure against the spread of the virus but once passenger traffic

Greece’s Philoxenia Expo May be Held as Hybrid Event

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Greece’s national exhibition body TIF-Helexpo may hold the annual Philoxenia International Tourism Exhibition as a hybrid event, due to the travel restrictions and prevention measures currently in place for Covid-19. The 36th Philoxenia expo is originally scheduled to take place at the Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center during November 13-15. However, organizer

Crete Makes Good Impression Despite Covid-19 Impact on Arrivals

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Photo Source: @Incredible Crete The Greek island of Crete managed to win over travelers despite the ongoing Covid-19 crisis and a considerable drop in arrivals, with eight in 10 saying health protocols were satisfactory, a recently released study found. More specifically, 130 thousand visitors traveled to Crete through Chania Airport from January to August down by

Study: Greek Tourism Sees Severe Losses in the ‘New Normal’

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Tourism is among the sectors mostly affected by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, with revenue loss expected to exceed 80 percent in Greece for 2020, compared to last year, and severely affect employment. According to a study by Ira Media, titled “The new normal –Short- & Long-term Effects”, Greece’s tourism revenues will reach 3.5 billion euros […]

Air France Updates Flight Schedule for November, December

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In the context of currently applicable travel restrictions, Air France has announced that it will operate 50 percent of its flight schedule planned for November and December. The airline will adapt its flight schedule for the period up to 3 January 2021. By the end of the year, Air France will serve 170 destinations – […]

Ioannina’s Beauty to Show Through New Photo Contest

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Photo Source: Municipality of Ioannina Aiming to showcase the beauty and unique nature of the city of Ioannina, the destination’s municipality is holding a photo contest. Titled “Man and his environment”, the contest aims to highlight the timeless effect of human activity on the environment, as well as the everyday moments, rich history, cultural heritage […]

KLM Submits Restructuring Plan to Dutch Government for €3.4bn Loan

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Photo Source: KLM KLM Royal Dutch Airlines recently submitted a plan for its restructuring to The Netherlands Ministry of Finance. The drawing up of a restructuring plan was a key condition to obtain a government loan and guarantees to the value of 3.4 billion euros. According to KLM, the plan outlines how the company intends […]