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Eurocontrol: Air traffic in Greece at 50% of 2019 levels this year

The total number of flights to and from Greece this year will return to about half of the levels of 2019, while in 2022 it will approach 70%, according to the latest data published by Eurocontrol. • Total flights lost since 1 March 2020: 350,000 flights • Current flight status: 1020 daily flights or -47% vs […]

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Lufthansa deploys the “Jumbo” and Airbus A350 to Mallorca due to high summer vacation demand

Lufthansa is taking extraordinary measures in order to respond to a significant increase in booking demand for flights to Palma de Mallorca from both Frankfurt and Munich. The booking figures for the destination “PMI” have increased 25 times between April and the beginning of June 2021: The airline will be operating a Boeing 747-8 from […]

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UK risks missing out on multi-billion-pound economic boost unless the green list is extended on June 7th

-New CEBR research reveals that business and leisure passengers through Heathrow alone account for over £16 billion spent across the UK. -US travellers provide the biggest boost, accounting for £3.74bn, or nearly a quarter of total spend, demonstrating the importance of restoring vital transatlantic routes. -Research reveals prize to the UK as total visitor expenditure […]

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GNTO and AEGEAN join their forces again, to promote Greek tourism in 10 European countries

For the fourth consecutive year, Greek National Tourism Organisation and AEGEAN Airlines join forces aiming to promote Greek tourism abroad, through the new ad campaign “Sunshine Discount”, officially presented today in a joint virtual Press Conference. By highlighting the exceptional Greek weather, and the multiple diverse outdoor experiences that Greece can offer to its visitors […]

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Lufthansa: Demand triples for European holiday destinations and USA

In many parts of the world, more and more people are being vaccinated. The number of infections is falling as travel restrictions are being lifted in many countries. German entry rules were also adjusted just a few days ago. For example, quarantine rules no longer apply to people who can present a negative Corona test […]

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HCAA: Instructions for passengers on domestic flights to island destinations

Valid  from 14 May 2021, all passengers on domestic flights to island destinations must meet one of the following conditions: a) to have completed the vaccination for coronavirus COVID-19 at least fourteen (14) days before arrival and to present a vaccination certificate, which has been issued through the website https://www.gov.gr/ipiresies/ugeia-kai-pronoia/koronoios -covid-19 / pistopoietiko-emboliasmou. In  case […]

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LOT – GOLDAIR are rejoining forces to strengthen sales channels in Greece

Goldair – Golemis Air Services has been appointed as the General Sales Agent of LOT Polish Airlines in Greece. This step is planned to increase recognition of the Polish National Carrier in Greek region, which will steer an increase on the number of tourists between Poland and Greece. Currently, LOT offers 32 connections from Warsaw […]

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Gulf Air Begins IATA Travel Pass Trial On London, Athens And Singapore Flights

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is partnering with the Kingdom of Bahrain and Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, to commence the trial of the IATA Travel Pass starting from May 7 on Gulf Air flights from Bahrain to London, Athens and Singapore. Passengers holding a biometric passport and flying […]

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The 14 Fraport Greece Airports Accredited by ACI World regarding the measures taken aiming to curb the spread of the corona virus

The 14 regional airports operated by Fraport Greece have recently received an accreditation of key importance regarding the measures taken against Covid-19.  More in particular, the Airports Council International (ACI World) has attested Fraport’s Greece commitment towards passengers, employees and other stakeholders, with respect to the implementation of appropriate measures and industry’s best practices, aiming […]

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Gulf Air adds Santorini and Mykonos this Summer

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announces the addition of two boutique summer destinations to its global network with Santorini and Mykonos in Greece. Both Santorini and Mykonos will be served by the airline’s new Airbus A320neo with two weekly flights each starting from 2 June until 22 September for Santorini […]

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