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Covid-19: Up-to-date Info for Tourists in Greece

Traveling to Greece soon? Here’s what you need to know about some of the Covid-19 safety measures still in force in Greece.

Covid-19: Greece to Drop Fine for Unvaccinated Seniors

Greece will stop fining seniors who have not been vaccinated starting April 15, according to Greek Health Minister Thanos Plevris.

AEGEAN Flies 7.2m Passengers in 2021, Sees €5.1m Profit

Greece’s national carrier AEGEAN in 2021 saw its profit after taxes amount to 5.1 million euros having offered 11.2 million seats and carried 7.2 million passengers.

KLM: Direct Flights from The Netherlands to 167 Destinations this Summer

Between March 27 and October 29, KLM will fly from The Netherlands to 96 European and 71 intercontinental destinations.

Greece: More Local Traditions Inscribed on National Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Greece’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list now includes seven traditional practices that originate from Corfu, Lefkada, Nisyros, Evritania, Kozani and Kavala.

Greece Issues New Covid-19 Health Rules for Hotels to Follow in 2022

The Greek government has announced a new set of Covid-19 health protocols to be followed by hotels in 2022.

Global Air Travel Industry Wants End to Covid-19 Controls

Airlines and airports are calling for all remaining COVID restrictions applying to intra-EU and Schengen area travel to be dropped.

Covid-19: Greek Ferries Return to 100% Capacity

Greece is fully lifting capacity measures on ferries as the number of Covid-19 cases appear to be stabilizing.

Greece to End PLF Requirement for Travelers

Travelers visiting Greece will no longer be required to fill in a PLF form, starting March 15.

Greece to Lift Covid-19 Measures for the Vaccinated by End of March

Greek authorities are planning to lift Covid-19 measures by the end of March but only for those who are vaccinated.

Greece Adds 9 Traditions to its Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Nine traditional practices, customs and events, which still take place in cities and villages across Greece, have been included in the country’s National Index of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Greece Extends Covid Travel Rules for International Arrivals

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has updated its guidelines for those preparing to travel to Greece from abroad.

Greece Loosens More Covid-19 Restrictions

A number of Covid-19 restrictions will be lifted in Greece, allowing standing customers at bars and a 50% capacity at sports events starting on Saturday, February 19.

Greece Covid-19 Health Experts Say ‘No’ to Carnival Events

Greek health experts have ruled against Carnival activities, citing the persistently high number of incidents and deaths from Covid-19.

Thessaloniki Tourism Organization Welcomes City’s First Cruise Ship for 2022

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization (TTO) recently welcomed the Viking Sky, the first cruise ship to arrive at the city’s port, for 2022.

Entering Greece: New Covid-19 Rules for International Travelers

Inbound travelers to Greece from EU/Schengen countries and 33 non-EU countries that hold a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate will no longer be subject to additional restrictions.

Greece to Decide on Covid-19 Measures for Carnival Festivities

Greek health experts are expected to soon decide what measures should be held for carnival festivities, which are to kick off next week in Greece.
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Covid-19 Impact on Greek Tourism

The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is providing a timeline with select moments of the Covid-19 pandemic and its impact on the Greek tourism sector.

Covid-19: Greece Updates Rules for Entrance to Public Services, Churches, Restaurants

The Greek government has updated the Covid-19 rules that citizens must follow to enter public services, banks, churches, restaurants and bars in Greece.

HELMEPA Holds Record Number of Cleanup Operations on Greek Coasts in 2021

The Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association (HELMEPA) in 2021 coordinated 196 cleanups all over Greece, covering 130 km of coastline.