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Covid-19: WTTC Tells the UK to End its ‘Discredited’ Travel Traffic Light System

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has called upon the UK government to finally bring an end to the “widely discredited” travel traffic light system.

Confusion Over Covid-19 Vaccine Certificates Could Hamper Travel Recovery, says GlobalData

The lack of an internationally recognized Covid-19 vaccine certification system could hinder travel recovery as many travelers are left confused about restrictions, says GlobalData.

Six Peloponnese Culture Projects Get Ministry Go-ahead

Six culture projects slated for the Peloponnese region, including the Kalamata Dance Festival and dozens of restoration actions, have received the go-ahead by state and local authorities.

Vassilis Kikilias Appointed New Tourism Minister of Greece

In a cabinet reshuffle on Tuesday, Vassilis Kikilias was appointed as the new tourism minister for Greece, replacing Harry Theoharis.

Greek PM Reshuffles His Cabinet, Makes Changes to Key Ministries

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has reshuffled the Greek cabinet and changed the leadership of key ministries.

Greece Residency Program Attracting More Global Investors

All the more international investors are looking to Greece to invest and gain residence and citizenship rights, according to research released by Astons.

EU Approves €500m Greek Aid Scheme to Support Companies Hit by Covid-19

The European Commission has approved a 500-million-euro Greek scheme to support the uncovered fixed costs of companies affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Bettany Hughes Shows Greece’s ‘Wonders’ to UK Audience

Greece’s ancient “wonders” and most recent archaeological findings were revealed to UK television viewers through the show of British historian Bettany Hughes.

US Travel Market Meets Greece’s Tinos Island at ASTA Global Convention 2021

The unique nature and tourism offerings of the Greek island of Tinos were introduced to US tourism professionals at the ASTA Global Convention 2021.

Petition Launched to Add Greece to Disney World’s Epcot Center

The Hellenic Electronics Center has launched an online petition to gather support for the addition of Greece to the Disney World Epcot Center World Showcase.

South Aegean Islands Playing Big Part in Greece’s 2021 Tourism Success

The South Aegean islands are playing a big part in Greece’s tourism success this year despite the unfavorable environment created by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece Wants Unvaccinated Returning Vacationers to Self Test for Covid-19

The Greek Health Ministry is providing Covid-19 self-test kits to unvaccinated citizens that are returning home from their summer vacation.

Greece Releases Covid-19 Rules for Conferences and Exhibitions

People wanting to attend conferences, exhibitions and trade fairs in Greece will now need to have a Covid-19 vaccination certificate or a recovery certificate.

EU Advises Covid-19 Travel Restrictions on Visitors from the United States and Israel

The European Council removed the United States and Israel from its list of safe third countries for non-essential travel into the EU.

Greece to Improve Ferry Transport and Island Port Infrastructure with €1bn in Funds

The Greek Shipping Ministry will use €1 billion in funds to improve the service of ferry connections and cover projects to upgrade island port infrastructure.

WTTC: Travel Between US and UK Can Restart if CDC Approves AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has called for the US government to urgently “speed up” approval of the UK’s AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine to help restore vital transatlantic travel.

Santorini, Mykonos, Crete Among Top 10 Beach Destinations for Wealthy Investors

The Greek islands of Santorini, Mykonos and Crete are among the Top 10 beach destinations for wealthy investors, according to the Nomad Beach Index 2021.

Covid-19: Greece Updates Aviation Directive for Domestic Flights to the Islands

The rules that all passengers must follow to travel from/to the Greek islands on domestic flights have been extended until September 6.

Greece: Unvaccinated Travelers from 16 Countries Must Test for Covid-19

Unvaccinated travelers entering Greece from 16 countries are required to take a Covid-19 test on arrival, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

Greece Still on UK’s ‘Amber List’ Requiring Quarantine for Non-vaccinated

UK has kept Greece on its "amber list", which means that returning non-vaccinated travelers or those planning to visit Britain will be required to quarantine.