Jet2.com is expanding its winter ski programme by adding weekly services to Lyon from Manchester Airport. The gateway to the French Alps is eighth ski destination on sale this winter from the carrier, and the introduction of another ski route comes in response to strong demand for flights to the best slopes in Europe. Weekly flights to the popular ski gateway will operate throughout winter from … [Read more...]

Jet2.com is expanding its winter ski programme by adding weekly services to Lyon from Manchester Airport. The gateway to the French Alps is the eighth ski destination to go on sale this winter from the carrier, and the introduction of another ski route comes in response to strong demand for flights to the best slopes in Europe. Weekly flights to the popular ski gateway will operate throughout … [Read more...]

Hurtigruten Group has unveiled a new platform designed to empower travel agents. It is hoped the service will provide users with all the information and support they need to help sell a Hurtigruten Expeditions and Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express cruise. The new platform features live availability, real-time pricing and instant booking.ADVERTISEMENTThere is also an overview of agent bookings … [Read more...]

According to ANA, Greece recorded 835 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, with one of these identified at entry points to the country, the National Public Health Organization (EODY) reported on Tuesday. There are also 22 fatalities recorded in the last 24 hours, bringing the total of pandemic victims to 12,465. Of these, 95.2 pct had an underlying condition and/or were 70 years … [Read more...]

President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou received the credentials of several newly appointed ambassadors to Greece on Wednesday, ANA reports. Ambassadors presenting their credentials included Mouayed M. Issa M. Saleh (Republic of Iraq), Giovanni E. Palec (Republic of the Philippines), Lidija Boshkovska (Republic of North Macedonia), Lee Jung-il (Republic of Korea), and Opunimi … [Read more...]

The UK Foreign Minister for the European Neighbourhood Wendy Morton has rejected any suggestion of direct flights to the Turkish occupied part of Cyprus being authorized by the British government, CNA reports. “In line with the rest of the international community, with the sole exception of Turkey, the UK does not recognize the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ as an independent … [Read more...]

Mass transportation unions in Athens, who had called for a 24-hour strike on Wednesday, are modifying their actions after pressure by the minister of Education and parents of children sitting for university examinations, ANA reports. The strike has been called by the largest private and public sector unions GSEE and ADEDY, and the Labor Center of Athens to protest the labor bill being voted in … [Read more...]

After some 2,000 young people ignored what's left of health restrictions in an essentially lifted COVID-19 lockdown to hold a wild party on a beach in the neighborhood of Glyfada, the Mayor said their parents should “take personal responsibility,” for what turned into a fracas. Giorgos Papanikolaou told Mega TV that “More than 60 umbrellas and the trash cans were torched, and objects were lobbed … [Read more...]

The Antiquities Ephorate of Athens on Tuesday announced that the Athens Acropolis, including the slopes, archaeological site, as well as the archaeological site and the Museum of the Ancient Agora, will be closed to visitors on the following days:Acropolis and slopes on June 18 (or alternatively on June 19 as well) from 17:00-20:00 and the Ancient Agora and Museum on June 20 from 08:00 until 10:00 … [Read more...]

Celestyal Cruises has resumed operations with a seven-night Idyllic Aegean itinerary on Celestyal Crystal. The Greek island itinerary set sail on a round trip from Athens with calls in Kusadasi, Rhodes, Santorini, Lavrion, Mykonos, Milos and Crete. “Following a most difficult and challenging year, we are beyond thrilled to be welcoming guests back onboard this summer on our most popular, … [Read more...]

The hospitality sector has reacted with dismay to a decision to extend Covid-19 lockdown restrictions in England. Prime minister, Boris Johnson, announced earlier that the full reopening of the sector would be delayed by four weeks, until July 19th. The decision means nightclubs will be unable to reopen, while capacity restrictions will remain in place at venues including pubs, restaurants, … [Read more...]

The Emirates Group has announced its first annual loss in over 30 years. The carrier said the losses had been caused by a significant drop in revenue, fully attributed to the impact of Covid-19 and resulting travel restrictions. The Emirates Group posted a loss of AED22 billion (US$6 billion) for the financial year ended March 31st, compared with an AED1.7 billion (US$456 million) profit for last … [Read more...]

The Emirates Group has announced its first annual loss in over 30 years. The carrier said the losses had been caused by a significant drop in revenue, fully attributed to the impact of Covid-19 and resulting travel restrictions. The Emirates Group posted a loss of AED22 billion (US$6 billion) for the financial year ended March 31st, compared with an AED1.7 billion (US$456 million) profit for last … [Read more...]

Finnair will introduce a totally new Business Light ticket and renew its other ticket types today, addressing the increasing trend for personalisation of the travel experience.  Customers can choose a ticket for their needs from three ticket types – Light, Classic and Flex – that are available for both business and economy class for all short-haul and most intercontinental journeys. When … [Read more...]

Finnair will introduce a totally new Business Light ticket and renew its other ticket types today, addressing the increasing trend for personalisation of the travel experience.  Customers can choose a ticket for their needs from three ticket types – Light, Classic and Flex – that are available for both business and economy class for all short-haul and most intercontinental journeys. When … [Read more...]

British Airways will fly the 37-strong British & Irish Lions squad to South Africa on June 27th for the eagerly-awaited Lions Tour. The team will be heading directly to Johannesburg on a charter flight from Edinburgh, following the Lions 1888 Cup clash against Japan at Murrayfield the day before. The Lions’ arrival in Johannesburg sees the best players from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales … [Read more...]

Seatrade Cruise Global will return to the Miami Beach Convention Centre later this year for its first in-person gathering since 2019. The annual business-to-business event will take place from September 27-30. Expected to be unlike any other, the conference will bring together cruising powerhouses and fresh new voices to share indispensable insights and blueprints for the reimagined post-pandemic … [Read more...]

Associated British Ports has taken delivery of a new £5 million airbridge in preparation for the opening of the new Horizon Cruise Terminal. The 235 tonne airbridge has been custom built for the Port of Southampton’s newest £55 million cruise terminal. Providing ship to shore access for cruise vessels calling in Southampton, the airbridge is designed to adjust automatically with the tide. Horizon … [Read more...]

The meeting of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Brussels on Monday "was a step towards a quieter summer," underlined government sources, according to ANA. Held on the sidelines of the NATO Leaders Summit, the 50-minute meeting took place "in a cordial climate, and there was a deal of mutual understanding that the tensions of 2020 cannot be … [Read more...]

Officials in Dubai have revealed the emirate hopes to attract over 5.5 million overseas visitors this year. Dubai Tourism chief executive, Issam Kazim, said he hoped that new markets can help make up for the loss of visitors from key outbound markets where travel continues to be restricted. Dubai welcomed 5.5 million overseas visitors last year, compared to 16.7 million arrivals in 2019. Visitors … [Read more...]