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HotelBrain Joins Forces with Sky Express Owner to Form New Travel Packages for Greece

HotelBrain and the owner of Greek airline Sky Express have partnered to form attractive travel packages for Greek destinations aimed at both travelers and tourism professionals.

New Archaeological Museum to Open in Ermionida, Greece

The Greek Culture Ministry has announced plans to open a new archaeological museum in Ermionida, a municipality located in eastern Peloponnese.

UNWTO’s Global Tourism Plastics Initiative Gaining Ground

The UNWTO's Global Tourism Plastics Initiative has welcomed 26 new signatories, including businesses and organizations from every part of the tourism value chain.

Athens Municipality Offers Health Care Services for the Homeless

The Athens Municipality has opened a social clinic at its Reception and Solidarity Center for the homeless and poverty-stricken, near the center of the Greek capital.

Greece Updates Golf Course Regulations

Looking to tap into the growing interest for golf tourism in Greece, the Tourism Ministry has proceeded with a series of revisions to golf course regulations.

Airlines: Covid-19 Crisis to Continue into 2021, Losses Expected to Reach $157 Billion

Deep losses for the airline industry will continue into 2021 due to the impact of Covid-19, says the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Greece’s Air Traffic Controllers Call Off Strike, AEGEAN Reinstates Flights

A strike which would have affected air travel in Greece during November 25-27 has been called off.

Investors Have Their Eye on Greece, Says Accor CEO Southern Europe

Accor CEO Southern Europe Maud Bailly highlights Greece's attractiveness as a destination for tourism investments.

Greek Tourism Body SETE Calls for Extra Covid-19 Relief 

The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) is calling for additional support measures for tourism enterprises in Greece that have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece Tables Tax Break Plan to Attract Relocating Workers

The Greek Finance Ministry has proposed series of significant tax breaks for foreigners or Greeks abroad who chose to return and work in Greece.

EU Chief: First Covid-19 Vaccinations May Start in December

The European Union may start vaccinating its residents in December, according to European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen.

Skiathos Upgrades Tourism Experience with Free WiFi

The Municipality of Skiathos has upgraded the tourism experience offered on the island through the EU's WiFi4EU free connectivity program.

AEGEAN Posts €187.1m Loss in First 9 Months of 2020 Due to Covid-19

Greek airline company AEGEAN posted a loss of 187.1 million euros during the first nine months of 2020 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

IATA Announces Leadership Changes

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced leadership changes approved by its 76th Annual General Meeting.

Kenshō Ornos Named Best Hotel Spa in Eastern Europe at WSW Awards 2020

The five-star Kenshō Ornos on Mykonos has been named "Best Hotel Spa Eastern Europe" at the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2020.

Greece to Remain in Lockdown, Efforts Made to ‘Save Christmas’

Greece's government and health authorities expect the country's second lockdown to continue into December, as Covid-19 is still spreading faster than the allowable rate.

General Strike in Greece on Thursday to Affect Transport

A 24-hour strike called by Greece's civil servants’ union ADEDY for Thursday, November 26, will affect public transport in Athens.

Greek Coastal Shipping Companies to Receive Extra €20m as Support

An additional 20 million euros will be given to support Greek coastal shipping companies that have been hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the Shipping Ministry.

Qantas to Require Covid-19 Vaccination on All Int’l Flights

Pre-flight Covid-19 vaccination will be a “necessity” for passengers wishing to fly internationally with Qantas, according to the airline’s CEO.

Strike in Greece Causes Changes to AEGEAN, Olympic Air Flights

AEGEAN and Olympic Air have announced flight cancellations and reschedules during November 25-27 due to industrial action announced by Greece’s air traffic control personnel.