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Covid-19: Rules to Enter Banks and Public Services in Greece

Authorities in Greece have announced stricter rules for entry into banks and public services after the recent surge of Covid-19 cases in the country.

Piraeus to Welcome More than 700 Cruise Ships in 2022

More than 700 cruise ships are expected at the port of Piraeus in 2022 with more than 60 percent concerning homeport arrivals.

Covid-19: Greek Tourism Ministry Calls for Extension of Quarantine Hotel Operations

The Greek Tourism Ministry is proposing for the extension of leases that allow hotels to provide accommodation for travelers that test positive for Covid-19.

Athens Airport Passes 10 Million Passenger Mark in Jan-Oct

Athens International Airport (AIA) is seeing a gradual growth in passenger traffic although numbers are still lagging behind compared to 2019.

Greek Islands Win Gold as ‘Most Desirable Region’ at Wanderlust Awards 2021

The Greek islands won the gold award as the Most Desirable Region (short haul) at the Wanderlust Awards 2021 in London.

Covid-19: Unvaccinated Greeks Must Have Negative Test to Enter Banks, Restaurants

Unvaccinated Greeks will no longer be allowed into banks, public services, restaurants, cafes and bars unless they present a negative PCR or rapid test result.

Greece Considers Emergency Measures as Covid-19 Cases Spike

Greek officials may be ordering a new round of measures, which may include tougher controls at restaurants and bars, to address a recent spike in Covid-19 cases.

South Aegean Voted Best Greek Hospitality Region 2021

The South Aegean Region was honored once again at the Greek Hospitality Awards for its ongoing efforts to upgrade Greece’s tourism product.

Greece Opens to More Nationalities, Extends Covid-19 Air Travel Rules into November

Greece has opened its gates to travelers from five non-EU destinations and extended all rules concerning international arrivals from abroad.

Greek Gov’t Revises Covid-19 Health Measures for Hotels

The Greek government has announced a series of revised Covid-19 protective measures for hotels, after a spike of coronavirus cases in the country.

Reminder of Greece’s Covid-19 Travel Rules for Domestic Flights

The Greek authorities have issued a reminder of the Covid-19 rules that travelers must follow when on domestic flights to all destinations in Greece.

German Tour Operators, Travel Agents Coming to Greece for DRV Conference

Leading tour operators and travel agents from Germany will be in Greece between October 28-31 to participate in the German Travel Association’s (DRV) 2021 conference at Costa Navarino.

Greece: Overtourism or Poor Management? What is the Real Problem of Popular Destinations?

Greek tourism experts are questioning the existence of overtourism and think maybe poor destination management is the real reason behind the overcrowding at popular tourist hotspots.

Greece Wins ‘Favorite Destination’ Title at UK Cruise Awards

Greece has once again been named “Favorite Cruise Destination” at the UK cruise industry’s Wave Awards.

Greece’s Aviation Authority Extends Covid-19 Rules for Int’l Travelers

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has extended the Covid-19 rules that travelers from abroad must follow to enter Greece.

Elevate Greece: Almost 10% of Registered Startup Companies Are Active in Tourism

Almost 10% of the companies registered in Elevate Greece, the official platform for the Greek startup ecosystem, are involved in the tourism sector.

Eurocontrol Says Greece, Europe Air Traffic Rebound Possible by 2023

Eurocontrol is forecasting that airline traffic to Greece may likely return to pre-pandemic 2019 levels in 2023 given that Covid-19 is brought under control.

WTM London Unveils Saudi as Premier Partner for 2021

Saudi, the authentic home of Arabia, has been announced as Premier Partner of WTM London 2021, as the country ramps up its global drive to reach 100 million visitors a year by 2030.

‘Athens Marathon. The Authentic’ Ready to Make its Comeback

“Athens Marathon. The Authentic” will make its comeback to the Greek capital during November 13-14, following its absence last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece to Fund New Smart Cities Program with €320 Million

Greece’s Smart Cities program, which involves the digital transformation of municipalities, will be funded with 320 million euros, Digital Governance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis announced.