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Lufthansa Group Pays €2.6 Billion in Ticket Refunds for First Half of the Year

The airlines in the Lufthansa Group have so far reimbursed around 2.6 billion euros to a total of 6 million customers for refund claims from the first half of the year.

Tourism Minister Tells CNN he’s Proud of How Greece Reopened to Visitors

Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis told CNN that he is proud of how Greece reopened to tourism, given the difficult conditions due to the Covid-19 crisis.

Greek Economy Shrinks by 15.2% in Q2

Greece saw its GDP plunge by 15.2% in the second quarter of 2020 compared to the same period a year ago, affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to ELSTAT.

ITB India 2021 Event Goes Hybrid

The ITB India trade show will take place in Mumbai in April 2021 as a hybrid event, combining a live trade fair and a virtual event.

Tourism Minister: Greece Doing Best to Protect Visitors and Locals

Greece is doing everything in its power to ensure the safety of the traveling public and of residents, Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis told BBC Radio4.

Celestyal Cruises Honored at MedCruise Awards 2020

Celestyal Cruises has been honored at the MedCruise Awards 2020 for its solidarity initiatives amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece Issues New Aviation Guidelines for Travel

Greece's aviation authority has issued new guidelines in effect through to September 15 at midnight, applying to the traveling public.

Σημαντικές απώλειες για τον τουρισμό της Ζακύνθου από τα νέα μέτρα

Σημαντικές επιχειρηματικές απώλειες θα καταγράψει ο τουρισμός της Ζακύνθου μετά την επιβολή περιοριστικών μέτρων λόγω κορωνοϊού, αναφέρουν παράγοντ...

Greece’s Chinese Golden Visa Investors Protest

Chinese investors who purchased property in Greece under the Golden Visa scheme, are expressing their discontent with Covid-19 travel restrictions.

Eurostat: Greece Unemployment at 17% in May

Greece’s jobless rate increased from 15.7 percent in April 2020 to 17 percent in May, according to the latest data released by Eurostat.

Greek Funding Scheme for Small Enterprises Accepting Applications

A Greek government support program funding small and very small enterprises is now accepting applications.

TCB Calls for Measures to Revive Thessaloniki’s MICE Industry

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) is calling on the government to implement support measures that will help the city's MICE industry restart operations in the Covid-19 era.

Interview – Ioannis Kontzias: ‘The Authentic Marathon Swim will Show North Evia’s Sports Tourism Side’

Istiaia-Edipsos Mayor Ioannis Kontzias introduces The Authentic Marathon Swim, a sports tourism event that will take place in Pefki, Evia, in September.

Moody’s: Greece’s Debt Durable Despite Tourism Decline

Despite the slowdown in tourism and the far-reaching repercussions of the coronavirus pandemic, Greece’s debt remains durable, Moody's Investors Service said in a report.

Cardiff-bound TUI Flight from Zakynthos Advised to Quarantine

Passengers on board a TUI flight from Zakynthos to Cardiff were advised to self-isolate after seven people tested positive for Covid-19.

Say: New Four-star Boutique Hotel to Open in Kifissia

The northern Athens suburb of Kifissia, this autumn will welcome the Say Hotel, a new four-star boutique property due to open its doors at Kefalari square.

Greece Stops Flights from Barcelona

Greece will temporarily ban all passenger flights arriving from Barcelona and Catalonia, starting Monday, August 31 at midnight.

Insurer AXA Lists Greece Among Top Countries for Quarantine-free Travel

Greece has been listed as one of the best countries for travelers who do not want to undergo self-isolation, according to insurer AXA Gulf.

Zakynthos Hoteliers Eager to Plan for 2021

Zakynthos hoteliers and Ionian Islands Governor Rodi Kratsa-Tsagaropoulou recently discussed the viability of tourist enterprises, the operation of Navagio Beach and Covid-19.

Thessaloniki Chamber Urges Relief Measures for TIF Organizer

Thessaloniki’s Chamber of Commerce has called for relief measures to cover losses incurred after the cancelation of the Thessaloniki International Fair.