connect with us
Greece's latest tourism industry news by Greek Travel Pages

High-tech Companies Join Les Roches Crans-Montana Innovation Hub

The Innovation Hub at Les Roches Crans-Montana has welcomed its first incubation projects and embraced the digital expertise of six high-tech companies.

Greece: Updated Travel Restrictions Announced by Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority

All announced travel restrictions for Greece have again been extended, as part of the government's efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19.

Hotels in Thessaloniki Consider Closing Until Covid-19 Begins to Subside

Thessaloniki Hotels Association President Andreas Mandrinos has painted a gloomy picture for the city's hotels, which are facing hard times due to Covid-19.

New Tourist Guide School Opens in Rethymno, Crete

A new school for tourist guides has opened in Rethymno, Crete, as part of the Tourism Ministry’s efforts to upgrade tourism education.

GNTO Presents the Way Greece Opened for Tourism Amidst Covid-19

The measures Greece implemented for the safe opening of tourism in summer 2020 were presented by the GNTO to the World Travel & Tourism Council's president and members.

Lufthansa to Deploy 4 Airbus A350-900s to Frankfurt Hub

For the duration of the winter timetable, Lufthansa will be deploying four of the currently parked Airbus A350-900s to its hub in Frankfurt.

Only Ferry Flights Allowed at Kastoria Airport

Restrictions have been announced for Kastoria Airport "Aristotelis", as part of Greece’s preventive measures to limit the further spread of Covid-19.

Greece Looks to Extend Operation of ‘Quarantine Hotels’

The Greek Tourism Ministry submitted a legislative amendment in Parliament which foresees Greece's "quarantine hotels" extending their operation until late November.

Commission Approves €450m Greek Covid-19 Support Scheme for Businesses

Tourism enterprises in Greece, impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, will be able to tap into a 450-million-euro Greek funding program approved by the the European Commission.

GNTO Examines Opening Greek Tourism Bureau in Melbourne

In an attempt to reach out to the Australian market, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is examining the creation of bureau in Melbourne.

MEPs Demand Visa-free Travel to US for All EU Citizens

MEPs have called for the 12-month suspension of the visa waiver for US nationals due to restrictions still imposed by the United States on four EU countries.

Electric Bus Test Run Taking Place in Athens Center

A new public electric bus has begun its first test run through the center of Athens and is in service for passengers.

‘Greece 2021’ Video for Anniversary of 1821 Revolution Goes Public

The “Greece 1821-2021” organizing committee has revealed a video dedicated to the 200th anniversary since the Greek War of Independence.

Greece’s Small Accommodation Facilities Face Liquidity Troubles

Occupancy levels at Greece’s small accommodation facilities this year stood at only 25 percent, due to the impact of Covid-19 on tourism.

Heathrow Airport Introduces Pre-flight Covid-19 Testing

London’s Heathrow Airport is now carrying out rapid one-hour Covid-19 tests before passengers board for travel.

‘Elevate Greece’ Startup Platform Attracting Hundreds of Applications

Elevate Greece, the official platform for the Greek startup ecosystem, has already attracted almost 400 applications during the first six days of its operation.

GNTO Promotes Athens and Pelion to French Market

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) recently introduced French journalists to the tourism offerings of Athens and Mount Pelion.

Celestyal Cruises Offers Complimentary Travel Insurance

Celestyal Cruises will provide complimentary travel insurance for new, individual bookings made through to November 30, for sailings during March-June 2021.

Greece Tables EU-wide Rapid Testing Proposal to Restart Travel

Greece is calling for the implementation of rapid testing for Covid-19 at all European airports in order to enable travel and ensure the safety of travelers.

Greece Still Attracting Travelers in October

The airports of Rhodes, Kos, Santorini and Mykonos so far have welcomed over 130,600 visitors in October.