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GNTO Stops Greece Promo Campaign Due to Covid-19

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is temporarily suspending its international promotional campaign of Greece due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Posted On 17 Mar 2020

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Covid-19: Foreign Ministry Issues Travel Guidelines for Greeks

Greece's Foreign Ministry has issued guidelines for Greek citizens on travelling in and out of the country, in efforts to contain the spread of Covid-19.

Posted On 17 Mar 2020

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Greek Banks Announce Relief Measure for Business Loans

The Hellenic Bank Association has announced that it is suspending the repayments of performing business loans at least until September 30.

Posted On 17 Mar 2020

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Eurogroup: Transport and Tourism to Receive Economic Coronavirus Response

Transport and tourism are among the severely affected sectors in the EU that are to receive liquidity support to tackle the economic impact of the coronavirus.

Posted On 16 Mar 2020

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EU Commission Proposes 30-day Schengen Zone Shutdown

The European Commission has proposed a ban on foreign nationals entering the 22-state Schengen open border zone in efforts to curb the spread of the Covid-19 virus.

Posted On 16 Mar 2020

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Covid-19 Takes Toll on Transport in Greece

Greek authorities are thinking of banning travel from Germany, France and the UK in efforts to contain the further spread of the Covid-19 virus.

Posted On 16 Mar 2020

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Stringent Safety Measures at Greek Super Markets

Greek super markets have started implementing tighter safety precautions in efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

Posted On 16 Mar 2020

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Greek Property Owners and Airbnb Hosts Offer Shelter to Medical Staff

The members of the Greek Property Managers Association (PASIDA), which includes owners of Airbnb-style rentals, are offering their properties for free to newly-hired medical staff in need of accommodation.

Posted On 16 Mar 2020

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Trainose: Train Tickets Usable Within 1 Year from Issue Date

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, Greece's railway service operator Trainose is giving passengers the opportunity to exchange already booked tickets with travel vouchers valid for one year.

Posted On 16 Mar 2020

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Greece Closes Ports to Cruise Ships, Suspends Flights to Spain and Albania

Greece has decided additional measures to limit entry to the country in its aim to curb the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Posted On 15 Mar 2020

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Greek Seasonal Hotels and Resorts Closed Until End of April

Seasonal hotels and resorts in Greece will remain temporarily closed from March 15 until April 30, according to a government decision taken due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Posted On 14 Mar 2020

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Greece Halts All Flights to Italy Because of Coronavirus

Greece has suspended all remaining flights to and from Italy after the government discussed additional measures in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Posted On 14 Mar 2020

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Greece Shuts Restaurants, Bars, Malls as Coronavirus Cases Rise

Greece has tightened its nationwide shutdown further, in response to the rising number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases.

Posted On 13 Mar 2020

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (center) with Commission Executive Vice-President in charge of Europe fit for the Digital Age Margrethe Vestager and Commision Executive Vice-President for the Euro and Social Dialogue Valdis Dombrovskis.

Commission: €37bn to Support EU States in Coronavirus Fight

The European Commission announced the set up of a 37-billion-euro fund to help member states boost their economies due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Posted On 13 Mar 2020

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Coronavirus: Greek Officials Urge Limited Travel, Close Cinemas & Museums

Greek health officials have advised vonunerable groups against travel due to COVID-19, while all cultural venues in Greece will remain closed for 15 days.

Posted On 13 Mar 2020

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Athens Municipality Suspends Operation of Culture, Sports Venues

The Municipality of Athens has suspended the operation of the city's indoor sports facilities and cultural venues for 15 days, aiming to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Posted On 13 Mar 2020

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IATA Warns Covid-19 Travel Bans Will Have Broad Repercussions

Government decisions restricting travel due to the coronavirus pandemic may lead to adverse economic repercussions, IATA warns.

Posted On 13 Mar 2020

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Trump’s Europe Travel Ban Spurs Industry Criticism

The global travel and tourism industry has strongly reacted to US President Donald Trump’s decision to ban inbound travel from 26 EU countries.

Posted On 13 Mar 2020

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Larnaka International Airport, Cyprus. Photo source: @CyprusAeropolis

Cyprus Tightens Restrictions for Inbound Travelers

Aiming to reduce further spread of the coronavirus, Cyprus is tightening its borders and prohibiting entry to any citizen - regardless of nationality - who does not fall into specific categories.

Posted On 13 Mar 2020

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