The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels on Thursday announced that it will donate 1 million euros to support Greece’s healthcare system in its battle against the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. “Greek hoteliers have proven that they always know how to support during difficult times. So even now, during this unprecedented global situation, we are joining the effort for […]
Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) President Yiannis Retsos on Wednesday referred to necessary requirements for Greek hotels and seasonal resorts to open and operate following their temporary closure due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. Underlining that he sees Greece’s hotel and resorts opening after May 31, Retsos posted on LinkedIn the actions that should be
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen sent a message of reassurance this week that post-coronavirus (Covid-19) travel will be possible as long as hygiene measures and social distancing are strictly adhered. In an interview with Portuguese weekly Expresso Sunday, von der Leyen referred to the decisive role of innovation and smart solutions that will enable
IATA calls on governments to work with the airline industry on measures to boost the confidence of passengers in the face of an anticipated slow recovery in demand for air travel An immediate rebound for air travel from the catastrophic fall in passenger demand, due to the coronavirus (Covid-19), appears unlikely and a slow recovery […]
Greece’s Manpower Employment Organization (OAED) said this week that it would be supporting seasonal workers in tourism who will not be hired this year due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. The decision comes in view of the fact that many Greek tourism enterprises are considering not opening this year impacted by the health crisis and […]
Photo Source: @UNWTO Underlining the importance of the global travel and tourism sector as a leading employer and economic driver, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is once again urging governments to take stronger actions to support recovery after the coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis subsides. “Nice words and gestures will not protect jobs or help the many millions
The Greek government is examining the re-launch of its golden visa program, which has been suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak, in an attempt to give the economy a much-needed boost after the health crisis subsides. “We are very interested in jump starting the real estate market and in this direction, we are immediately relaunching […]
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched its new #TogetherInTravel marketing campaign, which aims to stimulate the global travel and tourism community. The new campaign encourages travellers from around the world to share the hashtag #TogetherInTravel along with a video, simultaneously uniting everyone in solidarity at the same moment. It comprises three
Photo Source: Ministry of Education The Greek Marinas Association (GMA) recently announced that it will donate 165 tablet computers to the Greek Education Ministry, aiming to enhance the remote learning programs that are running following the coronavirus pandemic. Secondary school pupils in Greece recently started participating in live remote learning programs, while most
The European Commission recently said it was not against vouchers as an alternative to cash refunds for canceled travel bookings due to the coronavirus (Covid-19), but only under the condition that they are voluntary and secured against insolvency of tour operators, travel agents and airlines. Discussing on Tuesday via teleconference with the Internal Market and […]


















