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Visitors to Greece in July Increase by 240.2% Bolstering Revenue

The number of incoming travelers to Greece in July increased by 240.2% year-on-year to some 2.8 million, according to the Bank of Greece.

Posted On 21 Sep 2021

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GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis with TIF-Helexpo CEO Kyriakos Pozrikidis during the 85th Thessaloniki International Fair.

GNTO: Greece Achieves Tourism Goals in 2021 but More Challenges Ahead

Greece achieved its main goals for this year’s tourism season but is still up against challenges, says GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis.

Posted On 21 Sep 2021

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Greece Increases Funding for 2022 Evia Tourism Campaign

Greece will increase funding for the tourism promotion of the fire-sticken island of Evia in 2022, from 1.5 million euros to 2 million euros.

Posted On 21 Sep 2021

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Strategy for Development of Greece’s Marinas in Final Stage

A national strategy for the development of marinas in Greece is in its final stage, according to the Tourism Ministry.

Posted On 21 Sep 2021

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Greece and China Expect ‘Year of Culture and Tourism’ to Spark Travel Interest

The joint events of the Greece-China Year of Culture and Tourism 2021 are expected to spark travel activity between the two countries in the post-pandemic era.

Posted On 21 Sep 2021

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

United States to Open Air Travel for the Fully Vaccinated from the EU

The Biden administration will allow fully vaccinated travelers from the EU, the UK and other countries to enter the United States from early November.

Posted On 20 Sep 2021

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Greek Minister Announces Four-pronged Tourism Strategy

Greek Tourism Minister Vasilis Kikilias has announced a four-pronged tourism strategy aimed at boosting Greece’s economy and stimulating growth.

Posted On 20 Sep 2021

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July Tourism Revenues in Greece Achieve 61.4% of 2019 Levels

Greece’s travel receipts in July achieved 61.4% of their July 2019 levels, according to data released by the Bank of Greece.

Posted On 20 Sep 2021

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EUMED 9 Countries Should ‘Lead the Way’ for Climate Change, Says Greek PM

EU leaders have adopted the Athens Declaration on Climate Change and the Environment in the Mediterranean during the 8th EUMED 9 Summit held in the Greek capital.

Posted On 20 Sep 2021

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AEGEAN CEO: Infrastructure, Vaccination Key to Greece Air Travel Recovery

Increasing Covid-19 vaccination reach and completing crucial infrastructure are key for Greece's tourism recovery, according to AEGEAN CEO Dimitris Gerogiannis.

Posted On 20 Sep 2021

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Nine Suitors Bid for Crete’s Heraklion Port

Nine potential investors are interested in acquiring a majority stake of at least 67 percent of the Heraklion Port Authority.

Posted On 20 Sep 2021

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Athens Transport Organization Launches New Interactive Map for Commuters

The Athens Urban Transport Organization - OASA has launched an interactive map that has important information for commuters in the Greek capital.

Posted On 20 Sep 2021

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England to Simplify Covid-19 Travel Measures, Scrap Traffic Light System

From October 4, the Covid-19 rules for international travel to England will change from the red, amber, green traffic light system to a single red list of countries.

Posted On 17 Sep 2021

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece Extends Covid-19 Travel Restrictions for International Air Arrivals

Restrictions on all international air arrivals to Greece have been extended, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority’s (HCAA) updated Covid-19 directives.

Posted On 17 Sep 2021

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Greek Airports: Passenger Traffic Continues Upsurge in August

Passenger traffic at Greek airports continued an upsurge for the second month in a row, according to data released for August 2021.

Posted On 17 Sep 2021

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Covid-19: Greece Sees Big Drop in Rail Passengers in First Quarter of 2021

Greece is the second EU country that saw the largest decrease in rail passengers in the first quarter of the year, due to the impact of Covid-19, according to Eurostat.

Posted On 17 Sep 2021

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Survey: How Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Americans will Travel in the Months Ahead

Vaccinated and unvaccinated Americans are planning trips in the months ahead, but the types of trips are quite different, according to a survey by MMGY Travel Intelligence.

Posted On 17 Sep 2021

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WTTC Makes post-Covid-19 Investment Recommendations for Travel, Tourism Sector

The WTTC has released a new report that provides investment recommendations for governments and destinations, as they work to rebuild their travel and tourism sector.

Posted On 17 Sep 2021

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