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ETOA Briefing


The ETOA Briefing is a weekly series of feature articles on issues surrounding European tourism. 


Press Releases                             


2009

New EU rules on passenger rights (20 January)  Read here

Restore the Twelve Day Rule (16 January)
Read here


2008

Inbound Tourists Go Away and Stay Away for the Olympics Read here

Jay Michell Joins ETOA
Read here

ETOA Urges the European Parliament to Re-introduce a 12 Day Rule
Read here

Reinstate the Twelve Day Rule (13 February) Read here


2007

Are Hotels Breaking Competition Law? (November) Read here

Could Europe's Largest Market be at Risk of Drying up? (November) Read here

Are Guides Still Gagged in Italy? (November)
Read here

Are Online Communities Friend or Foe? (November)
Read here

Tour Operators Welcome Italy's Liberalisation of Tourist Guiding (3 April) Read here


2006


Will Russia's Rich Re-energise European Tourism? (25 October) Read here

The Olympics: Tourism Bonanza? The Debate Will Ignite European Tour Operator's Summit (25 October) Read here
Tony John Will Steer ETOA Transport Policy (20 October) Read here

Market Leaders Will Reveal the Latest Innovations for Selling Travel On-Line at ETOA Summit Read here

Major Challenges Face Europe as a Destination: Industry Leaders Will Speak Out at ETOA Summit Read here

ETOA's Response to 'Predict and Decide' Read here

ETOA and Mintel Form a Strategic Partnership Read here

The Olympics Will Not Benefit UK Tourism Read here

Croatia is the Top Choice of Travel Professionals Read here

Industry is Optimistic about Inbound Tourism to Europe in 2006 Read here

ETOA Invests in New Staff to Drive Growth and Member Services
Read here

Press Release Archive




ETOA in Press and Media


Travel Weekly - 28 April
ABTA expresses concern over TOMS changes


Travel Daily News - 24 March
Practical rules on passenger rights needed



Travelmole
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20 March
Poll on the Mole: Should Gordon Brown be doing more to promote tourism?


FTN Travel News Gazette -
12 March
Reed Travel Exhibitions and ETOA Join Forces on City Break 2009