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Greek Experts Warn of More Mykonos-style Measures for Other Islands

Greek health experts are warning that Covid-19 measures like those imposed on Mykonos over the weekend may be ordered for other Greek islands.

Mykonos Not Hit By Wave of Cancellations, Says Greek Tourism Minister

Despite the recently imposed Covid-19 restrictive measures on Mykonos, the island is not seeing mass booking cancellations, says Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Greek Vaccination Incentive ‘Freedom Pass’ Opens this Week

Greece’s “Freedom Pass” program offering 18- to 25-year-olds who get vaccinated against Covid-19 a pre-paid card worth 150 euros, goes into effect this week.

Greeks Put Vacation Plans on Pause Due to Covid-19

Covid-19 and the faster-spreading Delta variant has put the holiday plans of Greeks on hold with one in two opting to stay home, according to a nationwide study.

New Covid-19 Measures for Mykonos: Curfew and Music Ban

Greek authorities have imposed a curfew and music ban on the popular island of Mykonos to contain the spread of Covid-19.

Greece Launches Covid Free Badges at Restaurants, Bars

Restaurants and bars in Greece are now required to display one of three badges for customers to recognize establishments implementing Covid-19 health protocols and safety practices.

Covid-19 Rules for Flights to Greek Islands in Place Until July 26

Greece has extended the rules that everyone must follow when traveling from the mainland to the islands on domestic flights until July 26.

Germany Includes Greece Among Covid-19 Risk Areas

Germany has moved Greece back on its Covid-19 travel risk list, according to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases.

HCAA: Passenger Traffic at Greek Airports on Upward Trend

Greek airports in June recorded a steady upward trend in passenger traffic and arrivals from abroad, according to data from the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA).

Athens Municipality and GNTO Team Up to Promote Greek Capital as Leading Destination

The Athens Municipality and the GNTO are joining forces to promote the Greek capital as a leading international tourism destination.

Flight Activity at Athens Airport Picks Up Pace 

Athens International Airport has recovered 77% of total 2019 traffic so far and is up by 74% or 273 flights against last year, according to Eurocontrol. 

Covid-19: IATA Calls on States to Follow WHO Guidance on Cross-border Travel

IATA is calling for states to follow new World Health Organization (WHO) guidance on travel that recommends a “risk-based approach” to implementing measures related to Covid-19 and international travel.

Travel Restart Needs Global Recognition of All Approved Covid-19 Vaccines, Says WTTC

The restart of international travel could be seriously delayed without worldwide recognition of all approved Covid-19 vaccines, warns the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

EU’s ‘Fit for 55’ Climate Plan Triggers Reactions

Greek shipowners are among those reacting against the EU’s “Fit for 55” plan, which includes proposals for members states to meet a 2030 target of slashing greenhouse gas emissions by 55%.

Greece Updates Covid-19 Travel Rules, Bumps Rwanda and Thailand Off Safe List

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has updated and extended all aviation directives concerning arrivals to Greece from abroad.

Greece’s Unvaccinated Tourism Workers in Six Areas Must Test for Covid-19 Twice a Week

Greece’s unvaccinated workers in tourism, coastal shipping and the F&B sector in areas where Covid-19 cases have increased will have to test for the virus twice a week.

Greece to Allow Vaccinated-only In-person Exhibitions in Autumn

Ιn-person events and exhibitions in Greece will be allowed as of September 1, but only for participants vaccinated against Covid-19.

Authorities Mull New Measures as Covid-19 Hits Greek Islands

Greek authorities are examining a new round of measures to address a surge in positive Covid-19 cases on the islands due to the spread of the Delta variant.

EY: More Foreign Investors Betting on Greece

Greece is winning over more foreign investors climbing to 23rd spot in 2020 in Europe from 29th in 2019, according to the latest Ernst & Young (EY) report.

Infrastructure, Connectivity Key to Keeping Cruise Companies in Greece

Greece is taking steps to accelerate port infrastructure upgrades and ensure stronger air connectivity in order to handle more cruise ships and passengers in the future, according to Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.