The European Travel Commission (ETC), representing 32 national tourism organisations in Europe, has published a seven-step guide for the sustainable tourism development of European destinations. The “Sustainable Tourism Implementation: Framework and Toolkit” handbook by the ETC is aimed to be the ultimate roadmap for European destinations on how to tackle every step on a
The seamless operation of hotels in the upcoming summer period, the possibility of providing Covid-19 rapid tests on the premises, and financial support for the sector topped the agenda of a digital meeting between hotelier association presidents from across the country this week. Organized by the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation (POX), the event included the participation
Photo source: @pedrosizavieira The current situation of the European Union’s tourism sector and measures aimed at its recovery from the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic were touched by tourism ministers of the 27 member states during a recent informal video conference held under the aegis of the Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the EU. “Tourism is […]
Τhe International Air Transport Association this week said it will soon launch the IATA Travel Pass to help travelers and governments manage digital health credentials. The IATA Travel Pass is a mobile app created by the association aimed to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with government requirements for coronavirus (Covid-19) […]
The Film Office of the Central Macedonia Region recently presented the new prospects created by its distinctive identity as a filming destination, during Romania’s Film O’ Clock International Festival online event. Representatives of the Greek region’s Film Office took part in two meetings held between professionals of the audiovisual sector and relevant organizations from
Photo source: Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis invited British travelers to pack their bags and visit Greece quarantine-free this summer once non-essential travel is restored and EU borders re-open. In his second interview to ITV News, Theoharis clarified again that all travelers are welcome to Greece this summer as long […]
The prospects for tourism recovery in Greece and Cyprus and the challenges the industry will face in a new environment after the Covid-19 pandemic, topped the agenda of a web panel discussion organized by Eurobank this week. Titled “Latest Insights & Global Trends in Tourism – Focus on Greece & Cyprus”, the event attracted the […]
The coronavirus pandemic has cost Greek passenger shipping more than 25 million euros a month, which can only be covered if current Covid-19 contracts increase by 75 percent while incoming tourism forecasts for summer 2021 are estimated at 50 percent of 2019, said the Greek Shipowners Association For Passenger Ships (SEEN) during its annual general […]
The first Mediterranean Coastal and Maritime Tourism Observatory of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) will be set up in Greece, the country’s deputy tourism minister, Sofia Zacharaki, announced on Tuesday. The observatory’s mission will be to support the sustainable development of coastal and maritime tourism in the Mediterranean region. According to Zacharaki, the
Photo source: Marathon VC Over the last decade, Greek startup companies have raised 6 billion dollars, according to research carried out by Marathon Venture Capital on investments and acquisitions. More specifically, 608 Greek startups raised a total of 6 billion dollars in 927 investment rounds by 790 investors between 2010 and 2020. In the same […]


















