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Europe’s Tourism Sector Calls for EU Task Force to Restore Travel

The European Tourism Manifesto alliance, a group of more than 60 travel organisations, has called for the creation of Commission-led Task Force to restore freedom of movement.

Athens to Host 66th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe

Athens, Greece, will be the host destination of the 66th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe during June 2-4.

Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate, Travel Restrictions to Top EU Leaders Meeting 

Vaccination certificates and non-essential travel restrictions will top the agenda of an EU leaders video conference on Thursday.

Greece’s International Tourism Campaign to be Ready by Late March

The upcoming tourism campaign to promote Greece abroad should be ready by the end of March, according to GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis.

Surge in Covid-19 Cases May Force Greece to Remain in Lockdown 

The sharp increase in Covid-19 cases in Greece pushes back the prospect of the government easing measures on March 1.

Covid-19: Arcadia in Strict Lockdown, Nafplio Goes ‘Red’

The regional unit of Arcadia and the municipality of Nafplio have both changed status on Greece's Covid-19 color-coded risk-assessment map due to a rise in cases.

Covid-19 Cuts Travelers to Greece Down by 76.5% in 2020

Greece welcomed fewer tourists in 2020 - down by 76.5 percent - after the Covid-19 pandemic brought global travel to a halt.

Athens-Attica Hotels Report €700m Revenue Loss in 2020 Due to Covid-19

Attica's hotels in 2020 saw a revenue loss of 700 million euros after a severe drop of arrivals and occupancy rates due to Covid-19.

ECTAA Calls on Airlines to Refund Travel Companies

The European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association (ECTAA) is urging airlines to fulfil their refund obligations.

Mediterranean Yacht Show Will Not Take Place in 2021

The Greek Yachting Association (GYA) has decided to cancel the Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS) 2021 event, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece: Mandatory Covid-19 Rapid Testing for Arrivals from UK and UAE

All travelers entering Greece from the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates are now required to take a rapid test for Covid-19 upon arrival.

Covid-19: Greece Considers Re-opening Some Activities in March

Greek authorities are looking into ways to allow certain activities in March, including retail and schools, but not non-essential domestic travel.

GNTO and AEGEAN Join Forces Again to Promote Greece

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) once again will collaborate with national carrier AEGEAN to promote Greece to various markets in Europe.

Vaccine a Game-changer for Return of Business Travel, Says GBTA

Vaccination against the Covid-19 pandemic could be a game-changer in the recovery of business travel, says the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA).

Elefsina’s Old Oil Mill to Become an Archaeological Museum

The old Oil Mill in Elefsina, Attica, will be transformed into a museum and house some of the city’s most significant archaeological findings.

Greece Extends Covid-19 Travel Restrictions into March

Greek authorities have extended rules and restrictions for all international flights to Greece, as part of efforts to limit the spread of Covid-19 in the country.

Greece Adds ‘Dark Red’ Level to Covid-19 Risk Map

Areas in Greece that are considered "very high-risk" due to increased Covid-19 cases will now be indicated on the country's risk-assessment map with the color 'dark red'.

ECDC Map Places Greece on Higher Covid-19 Risk Level 

All of Greece's regions are either labelled high or medium risk on the weekly European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) map.

Greece’s Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate Now Available for Download

Residents in Greece who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 can now download their digital vaccination certificate from the gov.gr website.

Greek Tourism Says ‘Health First’ in Six Languages

The “Destination Greece. Health First” website, which includes all travelers need to know on Greece's health protocols for tourism, is now available in six languages.