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SETE Forecast: Greece’s Revenues from Foreign Tourists to Reach Only €3bn

Greece's travel receipts from abroad are expected to reach only €3 billion in 2020 due to the impact of Covid-19, according to SETE President Yiannis Retsos.

Covid-19 Hits Greek Accommodation & Food Services in Q2

Greece’s accommodation and food services activities in July suffered the biggest blow to turnover, down by 71.4% as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

IATA Wants Covid-19 Testing Before Boarding

IATA is requesting that all passengers be tested for Covid-19 before flying, in efforts to reignite air travel and address the issue of varying quarantine measures.

24-hour Ferry Strike at Piraeus Port on Thursday

Ferry transport in Greece is expected to be disrupted on Thursday, September 24, due to a 24-hour strike at the Piraeus Port by five seamen’s unions.

Greece to Launch Online Map with Latest Covid-19 Restrictions Per Area

The Greek government will introduce a platform to provide citizens with the latest Covid-19 restrictions by municipality and by regional unit.

Greece Suspends Outdoor Theatrical Performances in Attica Due to Covid-19

All outdoor theatrical performances in Attica will be suspended as of Thursday, September 24, the General Secretariat for Civil Protection has announced.

Covid-19: Greece Joins rescEU Medical Equipment Reserve

Greece has joined the rescEU medical equipment reserve program, building up stocks of critical medical supplies to confront the coronavirus pandemic.

Cruise Companies Submit Plan for Healthy Sailing in Covid-19 Era

In efforts to ensure safe journeys at sea in the Covid-19 era, cruise companies have tabled a comprehensive plan that includes heightened health protocols for passengers and crew.

Study: CEOs Redefining Priorities After Covid-19 Shock

The lingering uncertainty which has resulted from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has forced CEOs in Greece and abroad to redefine future priorities, a KPMG study reveals.

Ministry’s Tourist Guide Schools Attract 2,880 Applications

Greece’s five tourist guide schools this year accepted a total of 2,880 applications, which shows the increasing demand for tourism education in the country.

Autohellas Certified as ‘Active Member’ of Alphabet OneNet

Autohellas-Hertz has been certified as an "active member" of the Alphabet OneNet network for 2020.

Monica Bellucci’s Performances at the Herodion Postponed

The “Maria Callas: Lettres et Mémoire” performances, starring Monica Bellucci and scheduled to take place September 28-30 in Athens, have been postponed.