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‘Sifnaika Konakia’ Traditional Residences on Sifnos Welcome Visitors

“Sifnaika Konakia”, a complex of traditional residences on Sifnos, is inviting Greek and international travelers to explore the island this summer.

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.

Greece Extends Flight Ban for Turkey, UK Until July 15

Greece has extended the temporary suspension of flights from/to Turkey and the United Kingdom until July 15.

Greece Extends Suspension of Flights to/from UK and Turkey

Greece has extended the temporary suspension of flights from and to Turkey and the United Kingdom until June 30.

Erofili Hotel Opens and Promises a Safe Stay in Pelion

The Erofili Hotel, located in the traditional village of Portaria on Mount Pelion, recently opened its doors to welcome its summer guests.

Karditsa, Greece, Wins European Sustainable Mobility Award

The city of Karditsa in Thessaly, central Greece, was honored with the EU's EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK Award 2019 for its efforts to support sustainable mobility.

Travel in the post-Covid-19 Era – EU Guidelines

The European Commission has issued guidelines for member states on the progressive restoration of transport services and connectivity in the post-Covid-19 period.

Covid-19: MEPs Call for EU Action Plan for Tourism

The European Parliament’s Transport and Tourism Committee has urged the Commission to come up with a European action plan to help the tourism sector overcome the Covid-19 crisis.

Athens Municipality to Light City’s Sky for Easter

Fireworks will be set off at the stroke of midnight on Holy Saturday in seven parts of Athens center, as an alternative way to celebrate the Orthodox Easter in the Greek capital this year.

Covid-19: Lockdown Gets Tighter for Five Greek Municipalities

Additional stringent lockdown measures, including a strict curfew, have been imposed on five municipalities in northern Greece to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

Covid-19: Greece Announces Measures to Support Coastal Shipping

Greece has announced a series of measures to support Greek coastal shipping, a sector hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.

Thessaloniki: Access to Seikh Su Forest is Prohibited

The Region of Central Macedonia has banned access to Seikh Su, the hilltop forest surrounding the city of Thessaloniki, as part of its efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Greece’s Tourism Businesses, Workers Benefit from Covid-19 Support Measures

A number of Greek tourism-related businesses and their workers, impacted by the coronavirus outbreak, will enjoy the latest support measures announced by the Greek government.

Greece Steps Up Checks on All Incoming Travelers at Airports

Strict checks are being carried out on all incoming travelers entering Greek airports, regardless of nationality.

Kālesma: New Luxury Hotel to Open on Mykonos

The popular Greek island of Mykonos this summer will welcome Kālesma, a brand-new luxury property located on Ornos bay.

Crete to Get New Airport: Works at Kastelli Begin

Kastelli Airport in Heraklion, Crete, is expected to become Greece’s second biggest, handling more than eight million passengers per year.

New Terminal Opens at Mytilini Airport on Lesvos

Fraport Greece has opened the new terminal of the Mytilini “Odysseas Elytis” airport on Lesvos that includes more check-in counters and a new state-of-the-art baggage handling system.

Preservation – Protection Plan for Attica’s Mt Hymettus Tabled

Eleven municipalities bordering with Mt Hymettus have tabled a plan for the preservation of the area's natural habitat.

Aria Hotels Expands Santorini Portfolio with Addition of Finikia Residence

Aria Hotels has added "Finikia Residence" to its portfolio of properties on the island of Santorini, aiming to offer guests authentic experiences.

Protesters Take to the Streets after Iran Admits Shooting Down Ukrainian Jet

Iranian protesters took to the streets of Tehran on Sunday for a second day, after Iran admitted that it unintentionally shot down flight PS752 of Ukraine International Airlines on January 8.