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OECD Forecasts 6.7% Growth for Greece in 2021

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is forecasting the Greek economy will grow at a rate of 6.7 percent this year and 4.8 percent in 2022.

Tourism to Greece Stimulates Tax Free Shopping in 2021

Tax free shopping in Greece did well this year achieving 77 percent in turnover in June-September 2021 compared to the corresponding period in 2019.

UK Tightens Covid-19 Testing Rules for Inbound Travelers

As of December 7 all inbound travelers to the UK will be required to show a negative pre-departure Covid-19 test.

Travel Sector Tells EU to Not Shorten Covid Vaccine Certificate Validity

The European Tourism Manifesto alliance is calling on the European Commission to not shorten the validity of the EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC).

Acropolis to be Accessible to Visually Impaired Visitors as of June 2022

The Acropolis and its monuments will become accessible to visually impaired individuals as of June, according to Culture Minister Lina Mendoni.

Holiday Season Fueling Occupancy at Greek Winter Destinations, Says Minister

Traditional winter destinations in Greece are winning over domestic travelers this holiday season, according to Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Athens Mayor, Tourism Minister Plan to Reintroduce the Greek Capital to the World

The Municipality of Athens and the Greek Tourism Ministry have joined forces to establish Athens as a city open to visitors all 365 days of the year.

Greece Keeps All Covid-19 Travel Rules in Place, Adds Mexico to ‘Safe List’

Greece is now allowing travelers from Mexico to cross its borders and also extended all Covid-19 travel rules for international arrivals.

Greek Tourism, Shipping Ministries Working Towards a Sustainable Cruise Model

The Greek ministries of tourism and shipping have agreed to coordinate actions to achieve a sustainable cruise tourism development strategy for Greece.

Study: Senior Tourism is a €13.6bn Opportunity for Greece

If properly developed, senior tourism could contribute 13.6 billion euros to Greece’s economy and generate 173,000 jobs in five years, a study by diaNEOsis says.

Most Accessible Routes in Athens for People With Disabilities Now Online

The Municipality of Athens has launched a new online guide that shows the Greek capital’s most accessible routes for people with disabilities.

Cyprus Imposes Mandatory Covid PCR Test Requirement for All Arrivals

Travelers entering Cyprus by air or by sea, regardless of the country of departure, as of December 6 will be required to take a PCR test for Covid-19 on arrival.

Greece Named Best Tourism Destination at US Tested Reader Survey Awards 2021

Greece has been announced Best Tourism Destination for 2021 at the Tested Reader Survey Awards, organized for the 18th year by Global Traveler magazine.

Covid-19: Global Travel Industry Says ‘Keep Borders Open’

The world’s travel and tourism industry is calling on governments to keep borders open and facilitate travel with vigilance.

Greece will Show Zagori, Karpenisi and More Winter Hotspots in New Campaign

Greece is getting ready to launch a tourism campaign that will shine the spotlight on a number of destinations ideal for winter holidays.

Greek Tourism Bill Ready for Parliament

A bill foreseeing the establishment of Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) in Greece is expected to soon be submitted to Parliament for a vote.

Greece Announces Covid Rules for Entry to Christmas Theme Parks

The Greek Health Ministry announced rules for the operation of Christmas theme parks, after confirming the country’s first case of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.

Soufli in Greece Selected as a ‘Best Tourism Village’ By UNWTO

The village of Soufli in northern Greece has been selected as one of the “Best Tourism Villages” by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Jordan and Namibia are Off EU’s Safe List for Travel

The European Council has removed Jordan and Namibia from its list of safe third countries for non-essential travel into the EU.

Tourism Should Be Accessible for All, Says GNTO President

Accessible tourism is a right and should be a given, GNTO President Angela Gerekou said during the recent "Tourism for All" conference held in Italy.