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Local Committee Calls for Protection of Crete’s Chryssi Islet from Mass Tourism

Local stakeholders are looking to expand the protection of the Cryssi islet, near Crete, and put a cap on the number of daily visitors.

Posted On 18 Jan 2022

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Fines Force Seniors in Greece to Rush and Get Vaccinated Against Covid-19

Greek residents over 60 rushed to get vaccinated against Covid-19 before the end of January, when fines reach 100 euros for every month they don’t get the jab.

Posted On 18 Jan 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

Major Sidewalk Upgrade Project Continues in Athens

A major project for the upgrade of sidewalks in Athens is underway in the city’s commercial center and neighborhoods.

Posted On 18 Jan 2022

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IATA Appoints Frederic Leger as SVP for Commercial Products and Services

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has appointed Frederic Leger as its Senior Vice President (SVP) for Commercial Products and Services.

Posted On 18 Jan 2022

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Greece’s New Development Bill Backs Tourism, Hotel Investments

A new bill tabled in Greek parliament focuses on supporting tourism investments for the modernization of accommodation facilities in Greece.

Posted On 17 Jan 2022

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Greece Aims to Attract Tourists from India, South Korea, Arab Countries

Greece is looking to enter new markets such as India, South Korea and the Arab countries, as part of its national strategy to strengthen the tourism sector.

Posted On 17 Jan 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

GBTA Survey: What US Business Travelers Want to Know

A recent survey by GBTA and Dinova reveals what US business travelers want to know about traveling in the Covid-19 era and beyond.

Posted On 17 Jan 2022

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Greek Tourism Businesses Covered by Extra Covid-19 Support

Greek authorities have set aside €80 million to support employees and businesses impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, including several tourism activities.

Posted On 14 Jan 2022

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Greece Achieves Higher Traveler Spending in 2021, Sees Promising 2022

Greece last year managed to achieve €600 in spending per traveler, which reflects the tourism sector’s resilience, according to Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Posted On 14 Jan 2022

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Visit Greece App Sees 1.7m New Users, ‘Tells’ Over 400,000 ‘Stories’ in 2021

The updated Visit Greece app, which is designed to assist tourists, attracted over 1.7 million new users in 2021.

Posted On 14 Jan 2022

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Kaisariani Aims to Attract More Hikers to Mt Hymettus

In efforts to attract more hikers to Mt Hymettus, the Kaisariani municipality will soon present the Hymettus Trail, completed and up to par with international standards.

Posted On 14 Jan 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

Apollo Travel Group Agrees to Promote Greece’s Sports Tourism Options

The Greek Tourism Ministry has teamed up with Apollo Travel Group to promote sports tourism options to travelers visiting Greece.

Posted On 13 Jan 2022

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Greek Ministries Set Agenda for Fishing Tourism Development

Greece’s ministries of tourism and agricultural development have added the promotion of fishing tourism on their priority list for 2022.

Posted On 13 Jan 2022

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Unvaccinated People Over 60 in Greece to Pay Monthly Fine Starting January 17

Seniors over 60 in Greece who have not booked an appointment to get the first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine will have to pay a fine each month starting on January 17.

Posted On 13 Jan 2022

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PM: ‘Greek Tourism Will Emerge Stronger from the Pandemic’

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has expressed his confidence that Greece and its tourism industry will emerge stronger from the pandemic crisis.

Posted On 12 Jan 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

Ministry Sees Sustainable Tourism Potential for Athens and Attica

Athens and Attica have great potential to evolve into sustainable tourism destinations linking culture with travel, says Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Posted On 12 Jan 2022

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek Travel Agencies Seek Extension of Covid-19 Relief Measures

Greek travel agencies are calling on the government to extend relief measures to June 2022 citing lack of professional activity and losses due to Covid-19.

Posted On 12 Jan 2022

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Greece Extends Covid-19 Measures Until Jan 23

Greece’s Covid-19 measures, which include a midnight closing time for restaurants, have been extended by one week, until January 23.

Posted On 12 Jan 2022

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Auditors Call for Change of EU Tourism Strategy to Meet New Challenges

The European Court of Auditors recommends that a new EU tourism strategy be drawn up to ensure tourism-related projects have a positive impact and address current challenges.

Posted On 12 Jan 2022

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