IATA: Air Passenger Demand Plunges in July

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Photo Source: IATA Air passenger demand in July (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) continued at critically low levels – 79.8 percent below July 2019 levels, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced on Tuesday. This was somewhat better than the 86.6 percent year-over-year decline recorded in June, primarily driven by domestic

TCB Calls for Measures to Revive Thessaloniki’s MICE Industry

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The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) is calling on the government to implement support measures that will help the city’s MICE industry restart operations in the Covid-19 era. According to the Bureau, almost all conferences and events scheduled for 2020, have been canceled or postponed, with only a limited number of events finally taking place in […]

Covid-19 Measures Announced for Heraklion on Crete

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Heraklion, Crete Greek authorities, on Monday announced emergency restrictions for the region of Heraklion on the island of Crete, in efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus. As a result, the General Secretariat for Civil Protection has imposed a ban on all public events including parties, outdoor festivals, religious/church gatherings and open-air “laiki” markets.

WTTC and ICC Issue Covid-19 Restart Guide for Employers

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Photo Source: WTTC The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) have published a set of recommendations for safely re-opening customer facing businesses in the age of Covid-19. As the coronavirus pandemic has caused widespread disruptions to global supply chains and businesses of all sizes, the tourism sector is […]

East Med Yacht Show 2020 Canceled Due to Covid-19

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The East Med Yacht Show 2020, a prime yachting event taking place annually in Greece, has been canceled due a surge in coronavirus cases this month. The event was originally scheduled to take place on the Greek island of Poros during September 18-20. However on Monday, the Hellenic Professional Yacht Owners Association, the Municipality of Poros and […]

Greece Stops Flights from Barcelona

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Greece is temporarily banning all passenger flights arriving from Barcelona and the wider region of Catalonia, Greek Deputy Minister of Civil Protection and Crisis Management Nikos Hardalias said on Friday. The measure will be put into effect as of Monday, August 31 at midnight. It and been taken to protect public health from the further […]

Covid-19 Restrictions Imposed on Zakynthos, Lesvos

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Zakynthos island, Greece Greek health authorities on Friday announced emergency restrictions for the islands of Zakynthos and Lesvos, following a surge in coronavirus cases. According to Deputy Civil Protection Minister Nikos Hardalias, the localized restriction measures will be in place for two weeks starting from 6am on Saturday (August 29), and include: – Closure of

Metaxa Group’s Hotels Receive Safety and Quality Certifications

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Creta Maris Beach Resort The hotels of the Metaxa Hospitality Group have been certified by leading international organizations for the safety standards and quality services offered to their guests. According to an announcement, the five-star Creta Maris Beach Resort, located in Heraklion, Crete, and the Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa on Santorini, were […]

Crowne Plaza Athens Hotel Puts Safety First for Guests

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The Crowne Plaza Athens City Center hotel, is ready to reopen and welcome its guests to the Greek capital as of September 1. The hotel puts the health of its visitors and staff first and has implemented new hygiene procedures against COVID-19, beyond its standard protocols, including the health guidelines announced by the Greek government. Furthermore, […]

Ethiopian Airlines Expands its Global Hub at Addis Ababa Int’l Airport

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Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, has successfully completed a new passenger terminal at its hub in Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Putting emphasis on bio security and bio safety measures, the new terminal features a check-in hall with 60 check-in counters, 30 self-check-in kiosks, 10 self-bag drop/SBD/ facilities, 16 immigration counters