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Greece to Relaunch Covid-19 Vaccination Campaign as Cases Rise

Greece’s Health Ministry will be launching a new campaign to ‘convince’ Greeks to get vaccinated as Covid-19 incidents rise.

WHO: Covid-19 is No Longer a Global Health Emergency

Covid-19 is now an established and ongoing health issue which no longer constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

US to End Covid-19 Vaccine Requirements for International Air Travelers

The United States will end COVID-19 vaccine requirements for federal employees, contractors and international air travelers on May 11.

Covid-19: Greece Drops Mask Measures, Scraps Rapid Testing for Workers

Greece scraps last Covid-19 measures including wearing masks on public transport.

Covid-19: Greece to End Face Mask Rule on Public Transport

The use of face masks will soon stop to be mandatory on public transport in Greece, bringing to an end one of the few anti-Covid measures in the country.

Greece Extends Covid-19 Travel Restrictions on Arrivals from China

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has extended the travel restrictions imposed on people from China traveling to Greece.

ICAO: Guidance on Covid-19 Risk Management for International Air Travel

ICAO has issued guidance for countries on risk management and the introduction of Covid-19 related national air travel rules.

Greece Officially Announces Covid-19 Rules for Travelers Arriving from China

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has issued an aviation directive (NOTAM) concerning travelers arriving to Greece from China.

EU Court: Travelers May Get Discounts for Package Trips Affected by Covid-19 Measures

The European Union’s Court of Justice ruled that travelers whose package trip was affected by Covid-19 measures may be entitled to discounts.

WHO Calls for Travelers to Wear Masks on Long-haul Flights as New Covid-19 Variant Emerges

The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging governments to re-instate mask-wearing rules on long-haul flights and in high-risk situations.

WHO Sees Limited Impact in Europe of China Covid-19 Surge

The World Health Organization (WHO) does not expect the surge in Covid-19 cases in China to affect Europe.

Covid-19: World Tourism Bodies Say China Traveler Restrictions a ‘Step Back’

World travel and tourism bodies, including airline associations, say EU recommendations to test travelers from China are a step back.

EU States Agree to Pre-Departure Covid-19 Testing for China Travelers

The EU has agreed to introduce pre-departure Covid-19 testing on all arrivals from China, following a surge of the pandemic in the Asian country.

EU Calls on Member States to Lift All Covid-19 Travel Restrictions

The European Council has adopted updated recommendations on travel to the EU and on facilitating free movement during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Travel Sector Recovery from Covid-19 Pandemic Might Take Longer than Expected, Says Report

Almost one-in-three industry bosses does not expect the travel sector to get back to 2019 levels before 2024 at the earliest, according to a report released during the World Travel Market expo in London.

Greek Health Minister Says Covid-19 Pandemic Still Not Over

The Greek Health Ministry is concerned about a new wave of Covid-19 expected in the coming months.

Celestyal Removes Covid-19 Vaccination, Recovery Certificate Rule for Cruises

Celestyal has announced the immediate removal of requirements for proof of valid Covid-19 vaccination or recovery certificates for cruise passengers.

Celestyal Cruises Removes Covid-19 Protocols for 2023 Season

Celestyal Cruises will remove its Covid-19 vaccination, proof of Covid recovery and pre-departure testing requirements for all guests on sailings commencing on or after 2 March 2023.

Greece Opens New Covid-19 Booster Shot Vaccinations

Vaccinations with the latest booster shot against Covid-19 began on Wednesday in Greece for priority groups with the country’s expert committee also approving the 5th dose for people aged 30-59.

Covid-19: EU Tells Members to Prepare for Autumn and Winter as ‘Pandemic is Not Over’

The European Commission has proposed measures in order for Member States to avoid a surge of Covid-19 cases in the upcoming autumn and winter season.