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Aristotle Municipality Launches Travel e-Guide in English

The Municipality of Aristotle in Halkidiki has launched an electronic guide in English with useful information on the area's 13 hiking routes.

Covid-19: Greece Covers Canceled Bookings with Vouchers Instead of Refunds

Greek airlines, ferries and tourism enterprises are allowed to reimburse customers with 18-month vouchers for canceled bookings due to Covid-19, instead of cash refunds.

Covid-19: Greek Hotels Send Out SOS Call

The total estimated loss in turnover for Greece's hotels in 2020, due to Covid-19, has been estimated at some 4.5 billion euros, the latest report of ITEP reveals.

Greece Looks Into Safe Entry Documentation Options After Covid-19

Greek authorities are exploring the possibility of safe entry documentation to be shown at airports upon arrival after Covid-19 travel restrictions are lifted.

Europe Chief Advises Against Travel, Urges Seniors to Stay Home until Year End

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen advised Europeans to wait before making travel plans and seniors to stay put until the end of the year.

Covid-19: Greek Study Focuses on Previous Tourism Recovery Times After Crisis

Amid the Covid-19 pandemic and its impact on tourism, Greek research body INSETE looks into previous recovery times for the industry after a crisis.

Covid-19: Greek Airports See 59% Slump in March Passenger Traffic

Passenger traffic at all airports in Greece in March was down by 59 percent due to the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

Greece Stands by Spain Amid Covid-19 Crisis

Greece recently expressed ts solidarity to Spain by raising the country's flag on top of the Hellenic Parliament and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in central Athens.

Thessaloniki Invites Visitors to Explore its Best Through VR Travel App

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization has released a video of a VR travel application, aiming to promote the city's sites to potential travelers to visit once it's safe to travel again.

Lesante Collection Donates Medical Supplies to Zakynthos Hospital to Combat Covid-19

The Lesante Collection will donate medical supplies to the General Hospital of Zakynthos, aiming to contribute to the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.

Covid-19: Rhodes Int’l Marathon Supports EKAV Rescuers

The Rhodes International Marathon event has donated medical equipment to the local branch of EKAV (Greece's ambulance services) to support the fight against COVID-19.

SETE: 10 Steps for Greek Tourism to Restart

The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) has presented 10 targeted actions that are needed to restart and support the country's tourism sector after the Covid-19 crisis.

Study: Greece’s Brand Name Key for Tourism to Recover from Covid-19

Greece's strong brand name will play a key role in the recovery of the country's tourism sector after the coronavirus pandemic subsides, says INSETE.

Covid-19: Eurogroup Agrees on €500bn Rescue Plan for Workers, Businesses and Public Finances

EU finance ministers agreed on a 500-billion-euro rescue package for member-states to deal with the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Passengers Through Europe’s Airports Down by 106m in March due to Covid-19

Europe’s airports lost 106 million passengers in March due to the Covid-19 outbreak, according to figures released by ACI Europe.

Greek Islands Want Return to Lower VAT Rates in View of Covid-19 Damage

South Aegean island authorities are calling on the Greek government to reinstate previously reduced VAT rates in order to mitigate the adverse economic effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Thessaloniki’s MICE Tourism Profile on Video

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau has presented a new video promoting the MICE tourism profile of Thessaloniki, aiming to maintain its momentum as a conference destination.

Celestyal Cruises Extends Suspension of Operations to June 29

Celestyal Cruises, which offers cruises to the Greek Islands and the Mediterranean, has extended the suspension of its operations to June 29.

KLM Redeploys Two Boeing 747 Combi Aircraft for Medical Relief

KLM on April 13 will redeploy two Boeing 747 Combi aircraft to service as cargo flights for essential medical supplies between the Netherlands and China.

Greek PM Sets Target to Save 2020 Tourism Amid Covid-19 Crisis

The next day in tourism, after the coronavirus pandemic subsides, is high on the agenda of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.