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EU and WHO Aiming for Universal Recognition of Health Certificates

The EU and the WHO are working to achieve the universal recognition of digital green certificates that will facilitate travel in the post-Covid-19 era.

New Covid-19 Support for 500,000 Greek Businesses

Greece has announced a new round of Covid-19 support measures for some 500,000 businesses and millions of employees.

Survey: Half of Brits in Favor of Covid-19 Vaccination Passport

Half of the British public would be in favor of the introduction of vaccination passports for international travel, according to a survey by YouGov.

China Rolls Out Health Certificate for Cross-border Travel

China has introduced an electronic health certificate for international travelers, in efforts to facilitate cross-border travel and reopen the economy.

Athens Municipality Takes on Lycabettus Hill Management 

The management of Athens' Lycabettus Hill is now in the hands of the municipal authority after the city council ended a jurisdiction dispute. 

Greece Eager to Open Retail, Get the Economy Going

Greek authorities plan to re-open the retail market at the end of the March, hoping to salvage the Orthodox Easter season ahead of the tourism season scheduled to open by May 14.

European Parliament Approves Fresh ‘InvestEU’ Tools

Τhe European Parliament has approved the new InvestEU funding program, aiming to fortify the EU economy and create jobs.

Greece Planning to Re-open Shops and Restaurants

Greek authorities are planning to gradually lift Covid-19 restrictions and allow retail shops and restaurants to re-open in the coming weeks.

EU Auditors Probe the Protection of Air Passenger Rights During Covid-19

The European Court of Auditors has launched an audit to assess whether the Commission was safeguarding the rights of air passengers during the Covid-19 crisis.

UN Agencies Release Inclusive Recovery Guide for Women in Tourism

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and UN Women have released an Inclusive Recovery Guide for women in tourism.

Cyprus to Welcome Vaccinated Brits in May

British travelers who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 will be able to visit Cyprus as of May 1.

Greece to Give Temporary AMKA Number for Vaccination

In efforts to ensure that everyone living in Greece is vaccinated against Covid-19, Greek authorities are making efforts to issue a temporary AMKA number for individuals that do not have one.

Greek Hoteliers Discuss Summer Hospitality Operations

Ensuring the seamless operation of Greece's hotels this summer period topped the agenda of a meeting between hotelier association presidents from the country.

ETC Releases 7-step Guide for Sustainable Tourism Development

The European Travel Commission (ETC) has published a seven-step guide for the sustainable tourism development of European destinations.

Greece to Welcome Brits this Summer ‘With or Without’ a ‘Vaccine Passport’

All British travelers are welcome to Greece this summer with or without a vaccination certificate, says Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Greece to Set Up 1st UNWTO Mediterranean Coastal & Maritime Tourism Observatory

The UNWTO's first Mediterranean Coastal and Maritime Tourism Observatory will be set up in Greece this June.

Eurobank Event Looks Ahead to Next Day for Greek Tourism

The prospects for the recovery of Greek tourism and the challenges the industry will face after the Covid-19 pandemic were focused on during a recent Eurobank web panel event.

Greek Hoteliers Want Rapid Testing for Staff and Guests

Hoteliers in Greece are proposing on-the-spot rapid testing to be conducted on employees and guests in efforts to ensure that a possible Covid-19 spread is under control.

Hotels Chamber Launches #filoxeniaMoU Greek Hospitality Action

Greek hoteliers have launched #filoxeniaMoU, a month-long initiative dedicated to the importance of hospitality in the recovery of tourism.

EU Closer to Agreeing on Digital Vaccination Passport

The EU member states appear ready to agree on the introduction of a digital Covid-19 vaccination passport as early as this month.