Tourism
First tourist flights arriving at Corfu Airport on 27 March
CORFU. The beginning of this year΄s tourist season is approaching and the first international flights are expected on Sunday 27 March.
Greece to end requirement for PLF for travellers
ATHENS. From 15 March travellers entering Greece from all countries will no longer have to fill in a Passenger Locator Form (PLF).
Protest convoy - Corfu Tourism Catering Employees Union
CORFU. Tourism catering employees in Corfu are continuing their protests along with the rest of the country.
Greek National Tourism Organisation’s new advertising campaign for City Breaks
ATHENS. It started with Athens and Thessaloniki. More cities will follow – including Corfu. The campaign highlights the beautiful side of life in the big cities, the side that every visitor can enjoy on a weekend.
Corfu Mega Yacht marina put out to tender
CORFU. ND MP Stefanos Gikas expressed his satisfaction. "This is very important and will drive the growth of maritime tourism in Corfu and the region in general."
Ionian Islands taking part in Expo Dubai 2020
The Regional Authority will be promoting the Ionian Islands at Expo Dubai 2020.
Corfu tourist bodies coming together to extend tourist season
CORFU. Sports events, festivals and cultural events to attract visitors in off-peak season.
Bookings give cause for optimism for new tourist season in Corfu
CORFU. Bookings in rented accommodation at 40-60%. 8 out of 10 hotel bookings are from the UK.
Students report new problems at Corfu School of Tourism
CORFU. Students are demanding solutions from Tourism Minister and warn of protest action.
Teacher recruitment procedure at Corfu School of Tourist Guides is ongoing
ATHENS. According to the Tourism Minister, courses will begin on January 10.
ITB Berlin cancels in-person tourism exhibition!
BERLIN. Due to the travel restrictions with the new Omicron variant, the in-person edition of ITB Berlin 2022, planned for March 2022, will not take place as originally planned.
Airlines announce new Corfu flights
CORFU. The signs are good for the upcoming tourist season.
Over 100k international passenger arrivals in Corfu in October!
CORFU. The latest data from Fraport confirms the general public impression and the figures from businesses and other professionals.
Corfu School of Tourist Guides students in state of uncertainty
CORFU. The Corfu School of Tourist Guides remains closed and this year΄s students went to the one in Rhodes!
Three Corfu School of Tourism positions filled – one remains vacant
CORFU. Tourism Ministry Secretary Stavroula Miliakou gave a briefing to Corfu ND MP Stefanos Gikas.
International flights: Best ever October thanks to low-cost airlines
CORFU. High expectations for the start of the new season in March 2022.
Central Corfu Municipality has own stand at World Travel Market
LONDON. Mayor Meropi Ydraiou and Deputy Mayor for Tourism Panayiotis Varouchas are in London and have already been holding meetings to promote Corfu and Paxos.
Courses at Corfu School of Tourism to begin on November 8
CORFU. Courses are expected to be completed on 3 June 2022.
