Seabourn has said it continues to work with various government and port officials to develop plans for a full return to cruising. As a result of the current environment and travel restrictions that remain in place, the brand is updating travellers on the restart dates for the five ships currently in its fleet. Based on these latest revisions, the Seabourn fleet restart is now planned as … [Read more...]

The 27th Kalamata Dance Festival takes place July 16-25 with 31 productions, 18 foreign companies, of which 14 appear in Greece for the first time, performances in other cities of the Peloponnese Region, three world premieres, new powerful collaborations, and a rich educational program for professionals but also for the citizens of Kalamata. In 2020, the Kalamata Dance Festival was one of the few … [Read more...]

An exhibit of archaeological artifacts from Keros and Daskalio - Early Cycladic island sites of 3200-2100 BC - is on show at the Athens Municipal Gallery in the Metaxourgio district of Athens, ANA reports. The show was inaugurated by Hellenic Republic President Katerina Sakellaropoulou on May 18. "Des Apenanti - A settlement on Keros of 4,500 years ago" was set up at the Gallery on May 18 and … [Read more...]

The transfer of Hellinikon SA's ownership to Lamda Development will be signed on June 25, Development & Investments Minister Adonis Georgiadis said in a post on social media on Wednesday, ANA reports. The state will then receive an advance, he added in his tweet, while the main project works will begin in the coming days. He added that this "major national and government wager is being … [Read more...]

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discussed the multi-level cooperation of Greece and Belgium at a meeting with visiting Belgian Foreign Minister Sophie Wilmes, at Maximos Mansion on Wednesday, ANA reports. The two politicians talked about the need for an equal distribution of responsibilities among EU member states concerning the migration crisis, while the EU's new Migration & Asylum … [Read more...]

Greece confirmed 549 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, with 1 of these identified at entry points to the country, the National Public Health Organization (EODY) said on Wednesday, according to ANA. There are also 13 fatalities recorded in the last 24 hours, bringing the total of pandemic victims to 12,478. Of these, 95.2 pct had an underlying condition and/or were aged 70 or … [Read more...]

Αssociated Press reports from Athens that Celestyal Cruises, the award-winning, number one choice for cruise travelers to the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean, announced on June 14 that it has successfully resumed operations with its signature seven-night Idyllic Aegean itinerary on the Celestyal Crystal. This Greek island itinerary calls upon Kusadasi (Turkey), Rhodes, Santorini, … [Read more...]

Αssociated Press reports from Brussels that the European Union is recommending that its 27 member countries start lifting restrictions on tourists from the United States. EU members agreed Wednesday to add the U.S. to the list of countries for which they should gradually remove restrictions on non-essential travel. The move was adopted during a meeting in Brussels of permanent representatives to … [Read more...]

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have launched a new report addressing the complex issue of single-use plastic products within tourism. The work comes as countries around the world begin to reopen and the travel sector starts to show signs of recovery from the devastating impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The report is a first step to … [Read more...]

African members of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) have agreed to work together to establish a new narrative for tourism across the continent. To better realise the potential of tourism to drive recovery, UNWTO and its members will also work with the African Union and the private sector to promote the continent to new global audiences. With tourism recognised as an essential … [Read more...]

Brittany Ferries is exploring the potential for a new high-speed, sustainable and more efficient form of ferry travel called a seaglider. The concept, an all-electric, wing-in-ground effect vehicle (WIG), is under development in the United States through Boston-based start-up Regent (Regional Electric Ground Effect Nautical Transport). Brittany Ferries has signed a letter of intent which could … [Read more...]

Brittany Ferries is exploring the potential for a new high-speed, sustainable and more efficient form of ferry travel called a seaglider. The concept, an all-electric, wing-in-ground effect vehicle (WIG), is under development in the United States through Boston-based start-up Regent (Regional Electric Ground Effect Nautical Transport). Brittany Ferries has signed a letter of intent which could … [Read more...]

American Cruise Lines has signed contracts with Chesapeake Shipbuilding of Salisbury to build two more modern riverboats in 2022. The new builds will be the fifth and sixth in the line’s modern series, first introduced in 2018. Both new modern riverboats are yet to be named and will follow the 2021 debuts of American Jazz and American Melody on the Mississippi River. American Cruise Lines … [Read more...]

American Cruise Lines has signed contracts with Chesapeake Shipbuilding of Salisbury to build two more modern riverboats in 2022. The new builds will be the fifth and sixth in the line’s modern series, first introduced in 2018. Both new modern riverboats are yet to be named and will follow the 2021 debuts of American Jazz and American Melody on the Mississippi River. American Cruise Lines … [Read more...]

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to further expand its presence in Pakistan. The company has confirmed a number of key signings in some of most popular destinations in the country, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore and Hyderabad. The development plan includes the addition of six Ramada by Wyndham hotels across the country, as well as the launch of the Howard Johnson by Wyndham … [Read more...]

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to further expand its presence in Pakistan. The company has confirmed a number of key signings in some of most popular destinations in the country, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore and Hyderabad. The development plan includes the addition of six Ramada by Wyndham hotels across the country, as well as the launch of the Howard Johnson by Wyndham … [Read more...]

Ryanair has issued a new plea for the reopening of UK borders as the threat from Covid-19 recedes. Michael O’Leary, chief executive of the low-cost carrier, criticised a “mismanagement” of the pandemic and reopening of the economy by prime minister, Boris Johnson. He said: “The Covid-19 travel policy is a shambles. “The green list is non-existent because countries such as Malta and Portugal, with … [Read more...]

Ryanair has issued a new plea for the reopening of UK borders as the threat from Covid-19 recedes. Michael O’Leary, chief executive of the low-cost carrier, criticised a “mismanagement” of the pandemic and reopening of the economy by prime minister, Boris Johnson. He said: “The Covid-19 travel policy is a shambles. “The green list is non-existent because countries such as Malta and Portugal, with … [Read more...]

Ryanair has issued a new plea for the reopening of UK borders as the threat from Covid-19 recedes. Michael O’Leary, chief executive of the low-cost carrier, criticised a “mismanagement” of the pandemic and reopening of the economy by prime minister, Boris Johnson. He said: “The Covid-19 travel policy is a shambles. “The green list is non-existent because countries such as Malta and Portugal, with … [Read more...]

Limits on the number of passengers permitted onboard cruise ships operating in UK waters will remain in place until at least the middle of next month. Domestic cruises can currently operate with up to 1,000 people or 50 per cent capacity, whichever is lower. ADVERTISEMENTThis capacity limit applies to passengers only. The measures will remain in place until July 19th, after Boris Johnson confirmed … [Read more...]