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Greece Announces Relief Measures to Tackle Energy Crisis

The Greek government has announced a set of relief measures including a fuel rebate and an electricity bill subsidy for some 1.4 million qualifying households.

Posted On 17 Mar 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

EU Wants to Stop Shady Golden Visa Schemes

EU lawmakers have voted to restrict “golden visa” schemes in efforts to tackle shady money dealings.

Posted On 11 Mar 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

Greece Getting Closer to Operational Seaplane Network

Greece is hoping to see a fleet of seaplanes take off this year if all licensing procedures proceed as scheduled.

Posted On 10 Mar 2022

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Greece Welcomes Displaced Ukrainians, Launches Special Info Website

The Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum has launched a website with useful information for Ukrainians fleeing the war and seeking refuge in Greece.

Posted On 08 Mar 2022

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Greece Simplifies Entry, Abolishes PLF for Ukrainian Citizens

Ukrainian citizens entering Greece on flights from abroad are not obliged to fill out the Passenger Locator Form (PLF) before their trip.

Posted On 06 Mar 2022

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Greece Sets Rules for Ship – Plane Wreck Diving Tourism

Authorities in Greece have approved a set of rules that will allow recreational divers to access dozens of ship and plane wreck sites across the country.

Posted On 04 Mar 2022

, By GTP editing team

Greece Freezes Golden Visa Program for Russian Citizens

The Greek government announced that it is suspending the issuance or renewal of residence permits for investment purposes for citizens of the Russian Federation.

Posted On 28 Feb 2022

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Greek Hoteliers Seek Clear Framework for Airbnb-style Operations

Greek hoteliers are planning to take legal action against short-term rental companies that advertise and operate as hotels.

Posted On 24 Feb 2022

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Greece Keeps Masks Outdoors in Fight Against Covid-19

Mask-wearing in all public spaces and outdoors remains mandatory in Greece after the country’s Covid-19 committee decided to postpone its decision on the matter for next week.

Posted On 24 Feb 2022

, By GTP editing team

UNWTO – WHO: Covid-19 Travel Measures Should Be Based on Risk Assessment

UNWTO and WHO are calling for the lifting of travel bans, agreeing that blanket restrictions should be replaced with risk -based, evidence- informed policies.

Posted On 24 Feb 2022

, By GTP editing team

EU to Lift Travel Restrictions for the Vaccinated from Third Countries

The European Council has updated its recommendation on the temporary restriction of non-essential travel into the EU from third countries.

Posted On 22 Feb 2022

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Covid-19: EU Countries Can Now Issue Recovery Certificates Based on Rapid Tests

Member states of the European Union are now able to issue Covid-19 recovery certificates also based on positive rapid antigen test results.

Posted On 22 Feb 2022

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MEPs Call for End of Golden Passport Schemes

Members of the European Parliament are calling for a ban on the so-called “golden passport” schemes, which they say “pose several serious security risks”.

Posted On 16 Feb 2022

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Greece to Boost Security at Main Areas of Tourist Activity

As Greece prepares to open to tourists next month, the ministers of tourism and civil protection met to set out the safety standards to be implemented at entry points.

Posted On 14 Feb 2022

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FinMin: Greece to Repay IMF Loans Two Years Ahead of Schedule

Greece will proceed with the early repayment of bailout loans to the IMF by the end of the month., according to Finance Minister Christos Staikouras.

Posted On 14 Feb 2022

, By GTP editing team

Greece’s New Development Law Paves Way for Tourism Growth

Tourism enterprises in Greece seeking to expand will be able to tap into a wide range of financial support tools foreseen in a new development law.

Posted On 08 Feb 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek Development Minister Adonis Georgiadis speaking in parliament on the voting of the new development law. Photo source: @AdonisGeorgiadi

Greek Parliament Passes Ambitious Development Law

Greek lawmakers have approved a new development law that provides financial support to eligible businesses interested in upgrading to digital and sustainable activities.

Posted On 08 Feb 2022

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Covid-19: Facilitating Meetings and Events Tourism Next on Greece’s Agenda

The Greek Tourism Ministry will propose the easing of Covid-19 protocols for business events in an effort to rekindle MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) activity.

Posted On 07 Feb 2022

, By GTP editing team