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Greece Keeps Covid-19 Restrictions in Place for Another Week

The Greek Health Ministry’s committee of experts for Covid-19 has decided to extend the measures against the spread of the coronavirus for another week.

Unvaccinated People Over 60 in Greece to Pay Monthly Fine Starting January 17

Seniors over 60 in Greece who have not booked an appointment to get the first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine will have to pay a fine each month starting on January 17.

Pelion Ski Center Opens to Visitors

The Pelion Ski Center, a popular winter hotspot in Greece, will be open to visitors as of January 14.

Greece Extends Covid-19 Measures Until Jan 23

Greece’s Covid-19 measures, which include a midnight closing time for restaurants, have been extended by one week, until January 23.

New Covid-19 Rules for Ferry Travel in Greece

Greek authorities have announced new measures for ferry travel to and from the islands and mainland Greece, in efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19.

Greek Passport Remains Among World’s Most Powerful in 2022

The Greek passport remains among the most powerful in the world, ranking 7th on the Henley Passport Index, offering its holders visa-free access to 185 countries.

Covid-19 Air Travel Measures for Greece Get Update

Greek authorities have updated the rules for inbound travelers, as part of preventive measures to limit the spread of Covid-19.

Greek Winter Destinations Show Signs of Recovery During Holidays, Says Minister Kikilias

Greece’s winter tourism destinations showed signs of recovery during the holidays, says Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Covid-19: Greek Health Experts Say ‘Omicron’ Likely to Peak in January

The fast-spreading Omicron variant of Covid-19 will be short-lived, said infectious diseases expert Gkikas Magiorkinis, forecasting that it may peak in Greece in January.

Greece Updates Rule for Domestic Travel with a Covid-19 Recovery Certificate

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has issued an update to the rule for travelers flying on domestic flights in Greece with a Covid-19 recovery certificate.

Greece Updates Covid-19 Quarantine Guidelines

Greece’s National Public Health Organization (EODY) has updated Covid-19 quarantine guidelines following the announcement of new restrictions by the government.

Covid-19: Inbound Travelers to Cyprus Must Have Negative PCR Test Result

Inbound travelers to Cyprus must now show a negative PCR result from a test taken no more than 48 hours before departure.

Covid-19: Greece to Celebrate New Year’s With Music Bans and Curfews

Following a surge in Covid-19 cases, Greek authorities have put in force a new round of Covid-19 restrictions that include a curfew for restaurants and bars.

Covid-19: Greece Announces Midnight Closing for Restaurants and Bars as of January 3

The Greek authorities have announced new Covid-19 restrictions that will be in force from January 3 and include an earlier closing time for restaurants and bars.

Greece Introduces New Covid-19 Measures for Holiday Season

Aiming to curb the spread of the Omicron variant in Greece, the government has cancelled festive events in open spaces and announced new Covid-19 measures for the holiday season.

Greek Government to Decide Thursday When to Impose Covid Restrictions

The Greek government is expected on Thursday to announce if new measures to contain the spread of the Omicron Covid variant will be taken before or after the holiday season.

Covid-19 Risks During Air Travel are Low, Says IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has clarified that the aircraft cabin remains a very low risk environment for contracting Covid-19.

Tourism Stakeholders Warn of ‘Holiday Travel Chaos’ Due to Reintroduction of Restrictions

Tourism stakeholders are warning of a ‘holiday travel chaos’ due to the reintroduction of travel restrictions in response to the new Covid variant Omicron.

Covid-19: Greece Updates Rule for Travelers Flying Domestic with a Recovery Certificate

Unvaccinated travelers in Greece who have recovered from Covid-19 must have a recovery certificate issued in the last 90 days in order to board domestic flights.

Greece Announces Covid-19 Rules for Ski Resorts, Christmas Theme Parks 

Greek health authorities have announced a revised set of rules for the operation of ski resorts and Christmas theme parks in efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19.