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Greece Expects Strong Return of Polish Tourists

Greece is expecting an increased number of visitors from Poland this year, Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said after wrapping up his recent official visit to the country.

Interview – Lefteris Parvantonis: ‘The Vision of Astir Odysseus Kos is to Offer High Quality Services’

With Greece's opening for tourism on its way, the GM of the Astir Odysseus Kos, Lefteris Parvantonis, introduces the resort, its philosophy and its new services.

Greece Not on England’s ‘Green’ Travel List

Greece is not on England’s announced ‘green’ travel list, meaning that restrictions will apply to people returning from the country.

Greece Reopening Beaches, Museums, Open-air Cinemas

As Greece is gearing up for the official start of the tourism season, the government is gradually easing Covid-19 lockdown restrictions to reopen social and economic activity.

LOT Polish Airlines Adds 3 New Routes to Greece

LOT Polish Airlines has added three new routes to its service to Greece this summer, offering new flights to Thessaloniki, Heraklion and Rhodes.

Katikies Santorini and Katikies Mykonos Ready to Welcome the 2021 Season

Katikies Santorini and Katikies Mykonos, two hotels of the stunning Katikies collection, will be open for the 2021 season from May 14 and May 20 respectively.

Commission Sees ‘Glimmer of Hope’ for EU Tourism this Summer

There is a “glimmer of hope” for EU tourism this summer, according to European Commissioner for the Internal Market Thierry Breton.

Greek PM: No Easter Travel, Movement Between Regions from May 15

Greece will not lift Covid-19 lockdown restrictions for the upcoming Easter holiday, keeping the rule that bans travel between regions in place until May 15.

Interview – Zoe Cotsis: ‘Tenacious Greek acts as an Ambassador for Greece’s Culinary Culture’

“We aim to spread the Greek food experience to the world,” says Zoe Cotsis, the owner of Tenacious Greek, which specializes in the gourmet ready meal market.

Angela Gerekou Appointed to Advisory Board of World Tourism Forum Institute

The World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI) has welcomed Greek National Tourism Organization President Angela Gerekou to its advisory board.

Greek Tourism 2021 Revenue Projected at Half of 2019

The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) has projected that Greece’s tourism revenue this year will reach up to half of 2019 earnings.

Greece is a ‘Tourism Brand’ to Invest in, Says GNTO President

Greece is a high end destination with unique investment opportunities, GNTO President Angela Gerekou informed investors.

Covid-19 an Obstacle for 2021 Greek Tourism Forecast, Says Hotels Chief

No forecast can be made at the moment on how Greek tourism will progress this year, says Hellenic Chamber of Hotels President Alexandros Vassilikos.

Chryssi Akti on Andros Joins ‘Sure Hotel Collection’ by Best Western

The Chryssi Akti on Andros has joined the Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western, a collection for independently managed hotels under the roof of the BWH Hotel Group.

Interview – Vassilis Lapanaitis: ‘Square Lime has a Vision for the New Era of Hospitality’

Vassilis Lapanaitis introduces Square Lime, a hospitality management company with a portfolio of hand-picked luxury properties around Greece.

Qatar Airways Continues to Support Seafarers During the Pandemic

Qatar Airways is looking forward to continue doing business with the maritime industry as the world moves into a recovery year from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Epoque Collection Opens New Luxury Boutique Hotels in Greece

Greece's hospitality sector in May will welcome the opening of new properties of the Epoque Collection, a luxury boutique hotel management company.

‘Magic Bus’ to Add More Electric Vehicles to Fleet for Green Transportation in Athens

Greek company Magic Bus - Stin Priza, which offers eco transfers and tours, will add more electric vehicles to its fleet by May, aiming to offer more alternative solutions for green transportation in Athens.

EU Moves Forward with Greece’s Proposal on Digital Green Certificate for Travel

Greece welcomed the EU's proposal for the launch of a Digital Green Certificate to facilitate travel, an idea first tabled in January by the country's PM himself.

European Commission to Propose Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate for Travel

The European Commission this week will submit its proposal for the establishment of an EU-wide digital Covid-19 vaccination certificate to facilitate safe travel.