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IATA Getting Ready to Launch Covid-19 Travel Pass

Τhe International Air Transport Association will soon launch its IATA Travel Pass to help travelers and governments manage digital health credentials.

Central Macedonia Film Office Promoted at International Festival

The Film Office of Central Macedonia promoted the Greek region as a filming destination at Romania’s Film O’ Clock International Festival.

Greek Shipowners Call for Support in View of ‘Tough Year’ Ahead

The Covid-19 pandemic has cost Greek passenger shipping more than 25 million euros a month, says the Greek Shipowners Association For Passenger Ships (SEEN).

Covid-19: Greece Tightens Restrictions for Outside Movement via SMS

Going outside in Greece during lockdown will get harder as of March 4 as authorities have tightened rules for leaving home under the SMS system for movement.

INSETE: Greek Tourism 2020 Performance in Numbers

The INSETE research body has released data showing the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Greece's tourism industry in 2020.

Greece’s Health Committee to Call for Full ‘March 2020-type’ Covid-19 Lockdown

Greece’s health committee is expected to push for a two-week full lockdown, following the alarming number of Covid-19 cases announced.

Greece Presents Tourism and Travel Revival Plan to EU Ministers

EU tourism ministers were recently introduced to a detailed plan drawn up by Greece for a pan-European opening of travel.

Greece Moves into Top 20 Places to be in During Covid-19 Times

Greece has moved into the "Top 20 places to be in" during coronavirus times, based on Bloomberg’s latest Covid Resilience Ranking.

Italians will Book Travel to Greece ‘at the Last Minute’, Say Experts

Travel from Italy to Greece in summer 2021 will depend on last-minute bookings, according to Italian tourism professionals.

Royal Caribbean to Offer ‘Fully Vaccinated’ Cruises from Israel to Greek Isles and Cyprus

Royal Caribbean International will be the first cruise company to offer sailings from Israel for travelers that have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

European Tourism Manifesto Launches #Tourism4Recovery Campaign

The European Tourism Manifesto alliance has launched the new #Tourism4Recovery campaign to raise awareness of the devastating impact of the Covid-19 crisis on European tourism.

ACI Europe Calls for EU to Follow UK’s Example and Plan for Travel Restart

ACI Europe Director General Olivier Jankovec has called for the EU to follow the example of the UK and begin planning for the restart of international travel.

Greece’s Untapped Tourism Products Analyzed

Religious travel, gastronomy, history and mythology are among the untapped tourism products that Greece should promote to attract more travelers.

Greece Updates Covid-19 Aviation Directive for Domestic Air Travel

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has extended travel restrictions for domestic flights in Greece until March 8.

New Rules for Entry to Greece via Kakavia and Evzoni Land Borders

New restrictions will be in place as of March 1 for those entering Greece through the Kakavia and Evzoni land border points.

Attica Stays in Strict Lockdown for Another Week

Strict lockdown measures will continue in Athens and the surrounding Attica region for one more week in an effort to stop the further spread of Covid-19.

EU Lawmakers Propose Testing Protocol to Get Travel Started

EU lawmakers are requesting that a new strategy on sustainable tourism include an EU Health Safety protocol for testing before departure.

EU Tourism Ministers Put Covid-19 Recovery Measures on Agenda

EU ministers responsible for tourism on March 1 will hold an informal video conference to reflect on a set of measures aimed at the sector's recovery from Covid-19.

Attica Region’s Digital Tourism Campaign Honored at IAB MIXX Awards 2020

The digital tourism campaign of the Attica Region won three honors at the IAB MIXX Awards 2020.

Athens Hotels Score High for Covid-19 Safety Measures

International and Greek travelers gave Athens hotels a high rating for the Covid-19 safety measures implemented in 2020, a GBR survey has revealed.