YouGov: 3 in 10 Brits do not Plan to Travel Next Year

By admin 11 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

The British are the most likely nationality in the world – alongside Singaporeans – to say Covid-19 travel restrictions are preventing them from traveling right now, according to new research by YouGov, an international research data and analytics group. The data shows that a significant number (29 percent) do not plan to travel at all in the next year. The data collected

Elafonisos Records Small Losses in Tourism Arrivals in 2020

By admin 10 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Elafonisos (Simos Beach) Despite the impact of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic on travel, tourism arrivals to the island of Elafonisos dropped only by 13.7 percent during July – October 2020, compared to the same period last year, according to the Neapolis Port Authority. Elafonisos is located south of the Peloponnese. Citing data, the port authority said […]

WTM London Publishes Manifesto for Safer, Smarter and Greener Tourism Industry

By admin 10 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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WTM London has published a Travel & Tourism Manifesto to guide policy-makers with concrete solutions to present and future challenges, aiming to create a safer, smarter and greener travel and tourism industry. The manifesto had the support of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), plus more than 200 […]

Athens Traders Body Tables Proposals for Shop Re-opening

By admin 9 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Setting a specific date as well as defining mode of operation are among the recommendations made by the Athens Traders Association (ESA) so as to ensure the smooth re-opening of Athens shops ahead of the holiday season. In letter this week to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, ESA President Stavros Kafounis is proposing that: – all […]

Attica Boosts Bus Services to Deal with Overcrowding

By admin 9 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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In efforts to address overcrowding on public transport and to curb the spread of Covid-19 once lockdown measures are lifted, Greek Infrastructure and Transport Minister Kostas Karamanlis announced on Tuesday, an increase in vehicles and routes. Speaking on public broadcaster ERT, Karamanlis said efforts were being made to boost frequency of metro and bus services […]

Covid-19: WTTC Issues Guidelines for Safe & Seamless Travel in the ‘New Normal’

By admin 9 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global travel & tourism private sector, has released a major report that recommends global guidelines for a safe and seamless traveller journey in the ‘new normal’. WTTC’s Safe & Seamless Traveller Journey (SSTJ) aims to enable a safe end-to-end traveller experience, encompassing both air and […]

GNTO Promotes Greek Tourism to Italian Market Through Digital Events

By admin 8 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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The Acropolis, Athens. Photo: GTP The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) office in Italy in December will take part in digital events to promote Greek tourism to the Italian market. “These activities are part of the organization’s strategy to strengthen the image of Greece in international markets ahead of the 2021 tourism season,” the GNTO […]

Accessible Tourism Identified as ‘Game Changer’ for Destinations

By admin 8 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Ensuring accessibility for tourists with specific access requirements can be a “game changer” for destinations around the world as they look to bounce back from the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The organization is aiming to make clear the importance of placing inclusivity at the centre of tourism […]

Greece Extends Covid-19 Relief Measures for December

By admin 7 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Sign saying that a store in Greece is closed. Financial relief measures will continue to support Greek businesses and employees from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, following the announcement that the country’s second lockdown measures would be extended until January 7. To support entrepreneurship and employment, the Greek government has announced the following

Covid-19: Greece Updates Aviation Directive for Domestic Flights

By admin 7 Δεκεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) on Sunday issued an aviation directive (NOTAM) that extends travel restrictions for domestic flights (travel between prefectures) in Greece by one week, until 6am on December 14. The NOTAM concerns domestic scheduled, commercial and general/business flights and foresees that only essential travel is allowed for health reasons,