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Greek Hoteliers Expect 67% Drop in 2020 Turnover

Greek hoteliers are expecting to see their turnover drop by 67% this year with 6.4% opting to remain closed due to lagging demand and lack of liquidity.

EY: Investor Interest in Greece ‘Solidifies’ Despite Covid-19

Foreign investors still have a positive perception of Greece despite the coronavirus pandemic, according to the latest Ernst & Young (EY) report.

Covid-19 Leads to €350m in Losses for Athens, Thessaloniki Hotels

Covid-19 has impacted the Greek hotel sector taking a 350-million-euro bite out of revenues for hotels in Athens and Thessaloniki.

Study: Greeks Fear New Austerity Measures Due to Covid-19

Greeks are concerned about the possible introduction of new austerity measures due to Covid-19, a new study has revealed.

Covid-19 Fears of Travelers – Survey

The public's willingness to travel is being tempered by concerns over the risks of catching the coronavirus during air travel, according to a survey by IATA.

EU: Covid-19 Blow to Greek Economy Milder than Expected

The European Commission has revised its outlook for the Greek economy, saying prospects for 2020 in the aftermath of Covid-19 were milder than initially expected.

Study: Tourists Trust Greece but Reluctant to Travel

Tourists may be eager to start traveling again and keen on visiting Greece, but the majority is reluctant to do so due to the coronavirus pandemic, a study reveals.

Covid-19 Weighs on Seasonal Employment in Greece

The coronavirus pandemic has taken a considerable toll on seasonal employment, which is for the most part generated by tourism.

IOBE: Weaker Economic Climate for Greece in June

The economic climate in Greece dropped in June to 87.6 points from 88.5 points in May, according to a study released by the IOBE think-tank.

Study Shows Europeans Wary of US, Want EU to Unite

The majority of Europeans feel “alone and vulnerable” and do not consider the US an ally in their fight against Covid-19, according to a recent study.

Athens Enters Top 10 Most Booked European Cities List at 4th Spot

Athens has moved to the 4th spot in the top 10 most booked European cities for 2020, according to ForwardKeys and the WTTC.

Greece at the Top of Traveler Wish Lists After Covid-19

Greece is one of three Mediterranean destinations at the top of travelers’ wish lists once Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, according to tourism consultants Horwath HTL.

Airlines Exclude Some Greek Islands from Flight Schedules

European airline companies appear to have excluded a number of Greek islands from their updated flight schedules, which could impact local economies reliant on tourism.

Europe Leads Restart of Tourism post-Covid-19

Twenty-two percent of all tourism destinations worldwide have started to ease travel restrictions, with Europe leading the way, according to research by the UNWTO.

Survey: Only 40% of Greeks Feel Safe to Fly

Only 40 percent of Greeks feel safe to fly in the post-COVID-19 era, according to a survey released by research firm ProRata.

PwC: Economic Impact of Covid-19 Key Concern for Top Execs

Top executives worldwide are concerned about the impact of Covid-19 on the economy and fear a second wave of the virus, according to a PwC survey.

Greek Tourism Receipts Plunge After Covid-19 Lockdowns

Greek tourism receipts and incoming traffic took a hard hit in April after Covid-19 brought global travel to a standstill.

Greece Among Countries Still Slow to Regulate Short-term Rentals

Greece is among a handful of countries in the European Union that has not legislated on short-term rental practices, according to a survey by EY.

Google: Online Searches for Greek Destinations Double Globally

Online searches for Greek destinations on Google has doubled worldwide, showing the strong interest of potential holidaymakers for the country.

Acropolis Museum’s Annual Performance Positive Despite Covid-19

The Acropolis Museum in Athens, welcomed a total of 1,283,125 visitors from June 2019 to May 2020 despite its forced closure on March 14 due to the coronavirus outbreak.