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EU Updates ‘White List’ of Countries Free to Travel

The EU has updated its initial list of countries for which member states can gradually begin to lift coronavirus travel restrictions.

‘Grand Walk of Athens’ Project to Enhance the City’s Tourism Identity

Tourism stakeholders and urban development experts anticipate that the 'Grand Walk of Athens' project will further enhance the city's tourism identity.

Guidelines for Airports to Offer Healthy Passenger Experience Released

ACI Europe has released its Guidelines for a Healthy Passenger Experience at Airports to support a safe and coordinated restart in aviation.

ACI Europe and EASA Join Forces to Support Safe Recovery of Air Travel

ACI EUROPE and EASA have joined forces to support the ongoing safe and secure recovery of aviation following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Renovated Electra Palace Thessaloniki Opens its Doors

The historic Electra Palace Thessaloniki hotel reopened its doors and is ready to welcome guests from all over the world and the people of Thessaloniki.

Amalia Hotels Opens its ‘Margarona Royal’ to Visitors

The Margarona Royal Hotel, a member of Amalia Hotels, has opened its doors to welcome travelers to the town of Margarona near Preveza, western Greece.

Chios to Host Annual Music Festival in August

The Chios Music Festival is returning to the Aegean island this summer with a redesigned artistic program focusing on Greek artists.

WTM’s London Travel Week Returns to Recover, Rebuild, Innovate

London Travel Week, an event of WTM London, will return in the fall to play a pivotal role in the recovery of the global travel and tourism industry.

Greece Updates Directive for Flights from Sweden, Turkey, Albania, North Macedonia

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has updated a directive on passenger flights to Greece from Sweden, Turkey, Albania and North Macedonia.

Greek Hoteliers Expect 67% Drop in 2020 Turnover

Greek hoteliers are expecting to see their turnover drop by 67% this year with 6.4% opting to remain closed due to lagging demand and lack of liquidity.

HAPCO Joins Global PCO Task Force to Protect Meetings Industry

Greece's HAPCO is one of the eight PCO associations that are part of a Strategic Global Task Force that will connect and share Covid-19-related data and case studies.

GNTO: Dutch Tour Operators Confirm Interest for Greece

Dutch tourism professionals confirmed their interest for Greece, during a networking event held by the GNTO in The Hague, Netherlands.

Ethiopian Airlines Resumes Flights to Athens

Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, has resumed flights between Addis Ababa and Athens.

Celestyal Adds ‘Costa Cruises’ Ship to Fleet

Celestyal Cruises has added a new ship to its fleet, the Costa NeoRomantica from Costa Cruises.

Greece Now Allows Direct Flights from the UK

Greece on July 15 opened its skies to the United Kingdom and is now allowing direct flights from the country.

Lufthansa Group: 152 Weekly Flights to Greek Destinations

The Lufthansa Group is now offering 152 weekly flights to popular destinations in Greece including Athens, Thessaloniki and the Greek islands.

Air France Launches Paris-Thessaloniki Summer Route

Air France has launched a direct route connecting the northern Greek city of Thessaloniki with Paris in France with three flights per week.

Tinos’ Crossroads Inn Guesthouses Introduce New Health Protocols

The Crossroads Inn on Tinos has opened to host travelers from Greece and abroad in a safe environment with enhanced health protocols.

Polismata Private Residences: Homeric Retreats in Kardamyli by Aria Hotels

Aria Hotels invites travelers to visit the Peloponnese and spend their summer holidays at its Polismata Private Residences in the area of ​​Kardamyli.

What’s Next for Greek Tourism – Minister

Allowing direct flights from Sweden as of July 22 and resuming cruise travel in August are among the next steps of Greek tourism's restart.