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Study: Greece Still Attractive Tourist Destination Despite Covid-19

Potential travelers appear to be eager to visit Greece in the next three months despite the Covid-19 crisis, according to a study carried out by Mindhaus and Pollfish research.

Travel Restrictions Keep Celestyal from Cruising Until July 30

Celestyal Cruises is further extending the suspension of its operations until July 30 due to ongoing travel restrictions and temporary port closures.

Thessaloniki Airport, Northern Greece Land Borders Open for Tourists from June 15

Thessaloniki Airport in Northern Greece and the country's land borders will be open for visitors from abroad from June 15.

Canaves Oia on Santorini Takes Covid-ready Approach – Opening July 1

The five-star Canaves Oia Hotel on Santorini will open its doors to welcome visitors for the summer season on July 1.

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens Opening June 12

As of June 12, the Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens will open its doors to welcome guests to the Athenian Riviera.

Mediterranean Palace Hotel Puts ‘Safety First’ with New Hygiene Standard

Thessaloniki’s Mediterranean Palace Hotel is rolling out its new "Safety First" standard, aiming to boost hygiene practices from check-in to check-out.

Athina Luxury Suites Announces July 1 as Reopening Date

The Athina Luxury Suites boutique hotel, located on the Greek island of Santorini, has announced July 1 as its reopening date.

Greek PM to Announce Actions Aimed at Saving the Tourism Year

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to announce on Wednesday, the government’s action plan aimed at salvaging the 2020 tourism year in the aftermath of Covid-19.

Greece Invites its Tourism Businesses to Open for 2020 Season

Greek tourism businesses will receive much support in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, assures the government's spokesman, Stelios Petsas.

Accor and AXA to Offer Medical Support to Guests at 5,000 Hotels Worldwide

Accor and AXA have partnered to provide medical support to guests across the 5,000 Accor hotels worldwide.

Emirates Resumes Passenger Flights to Nine Destinations

Emirates, as of May 21, will operate scheduled flight services to nine destinations including London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Paris, Chicago, Toronto and Sydney.

Post-Covid-19 Quarantine Measures for Arriving Travelers Not Necessary, Says WTTC

The WTTC is urging EU member states to "carefully" reflect before deciding whether travel arrivals, once borders are open, need to self-isolate.

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.

Best Western Launches ‘We Care Clean’ Program for its Hotels

Best Western Hotels & Resorts has launched its “We Care Clean” program, with the aim to ensure a high level of cleaning standards and operational best practices amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Greece – Cyprus – Israel Consider ‘Safe Tourism Zone’ Idea

Greece, Cyprus and Israel are examining the creation of a “safe tourism zone” in view of the fact that they have managed to successfully contain the spread of Covid-19.

Emirates Operating Limited Passenger Flights in May

Emirates is operating limited passenger services this month to facilitate travel for residents and visitors wishing to return home.

Covid-19: EU Safe Travel Policy Key to Rebooting Tourism, Greek Minister Tells CNN

A harmonized safe travel policy across the EU, in the aftermath of the Covid-19 crisis, is a key priority to rebooting tourism in Europe, Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis told CNN’s Richard Quest.

Greece Wants Travelers to Feel Safe and Secure After Covid-19

Making travelers to Greece feel safe and secure is of vital importance, Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said during an interview on BBC Radio.

Greece: Social Distancing to Save Post-Covid-19 Summer Holidays

Summer holidays after the Covid-19 pandemic can be possible as long as vacationers keep safe distances and follow basic hygiene rules, says health expert Nikolaos Sipsas.

Micra Anglia Boutique Hotel: A Message to Friends and Partners in Greek Hospitality

The Micra Anglia Boutique Hotel & Spa on Andros has updated its protocols and practices to ensure the safety of its guests and staff, in order be completely ready once hotels reopen in Greece.