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Tourist guides to hold nationwide protest on Tuesday 5 April
ATHENS. 3 years’ insurance stamps have not been counted by EFKA – Problems with insurance, benefits, pensions.

First tourists arrive in Corfu but hotels still closed
CORFU. The first international flights are arriving but most hotels are still closed.

First international flights for 2022 arriving tomorrow
CORFU. 12 flights are scheduled to arrive on Sunday 27 March.

Corfu SYRIZA MP Alexandros Avlonitis: Immediate measures to support tourist accommodation establishments
CORFU. The Corfu Tourist Accommodation Owners Federation President Pericles Katsaros presented a series of demands to the Corfu SYRIZA MP Alexandros Avlonitis regarding issues that have not been resolved despite continuous efforts in the responsible Ministries.

North Corfu supports tournament for ‘Pisti’ Association
CORFU. All the North Corfu football academies, as well as many people, were present and there was great contribution.

Regional Authority’s participation in Expo Dubai 2020 was a great success
DUBAI. The Regional Governor Rodi Kratsa is promoting the Ionian Islands in the United Arab Emirates.

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.

Union of Tourist Guides gives free guided tour of Corfu Town historic centre
CORFU. For International Tourist Guides Day on Monday 21 February, the guides gave a free guided tour of the historic centre.

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."

Contract for completion of tourist harbour in Spilia signed today
CORFU. The schedule for the completion of the long-awaited project is tight.

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.

Tourist bus owners also excluded from state aid
CORFU. Corfu Association of Private Tourist Bus Owners concerned about the new development law that is excluding them from any kind of aid.

Students report new problems at Corfu School of Tourism
CORFU. Students are demanding solutions from Tourism Minister and warn of protest action.