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One Hundred Extra Buses Hit the Streets of Athens

More than 100 intercity KTEL buses have been released on the streets of Athens in efforts to ease crowding on public transport in the coronavirus era.

Aria Hotels Adds New Property to its Portfolio on Kimolos Island

Aria Hotels has added the "Kambos House", a traditional holiday residence, to its portfolio on the island of Kimolos.

Using In-room Tablets to Overcome the 4 Biggest Obstacles for Hoteliers During the Covid-19 Era

SuitePad shares the four major obstacles that hoteliers are facing during the coronavirus era and explains how they can be overcome by using in-room tablets.

New Covid-19 Measures Announced for All Areas in Greece

Aiming to stop the spread of Covid-19 cases in Greece, the country's prime minister has announced new month-long measures for all areas.

Sojern: Travelers Have Sights Set on Greece Despite Covid-19

Potential travelers still have their sights set on Greece in the coronavirus era, according to data released by digital travel solutions provider Sojern.

Greek Professionals Welcome Aid for Covid-19 Tour Bus Losses

Greek tourism enterprises operating buses have welcomed the approval of 20 million euros in aid to cover Covid-19-related losses in July and August.

EU Leaders Step Up Fight Against Covid-19 with More Testing and Tracing

Keeping borders open and increasing rapid Covid-19 testing and tracing are at the top of the agenda of EU leaders.

Common EU Digital PLF to Launch for Safe Travel in Europe

The European Commission is preparing to launch a common EU digital Passenger Locator Form (PLF) as one of its measures to facilitate safe travel in the post-Covid-19 era.

EU Announces More Measures Against Covid-19 Resurgence

Τhe European Commission has announced an additional set of actions to help limit the spread of the coronavirus, save lives and strengthen the internal market's resilience.

New Covid-19 Plan for Greece After Thessaloniki, Rodopi, Larissa Go ‘Red’

A new round of month-long measures aimed at curbing the resurgence of Covid-19 in Greece, will be announced by Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Friday.

Greece Moves More Areas to Covid-19 Level 3 ‘Orange’ Alert

Nine regional units in Greece will move to Covid-19 'orange' risk Level 3 on the country's risk-assessment map.

The Netherlands Changes All of Greece to ‘Yellow’, Updates Travel Advice

Travelers arriving to The Netherlands from anywhere in Greece do not need to self-isolate, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Air Travel Normality Essential for Greek Tourism’s Recovery

The return of air travel to normality is one of the factors that Greek tourism's recovery from the Covid-19 crisis depends on, according to analysts.

ITB Berlin 2021 will be an Entirely Virtual Event

ITB Berlin 2021, one of the world’s leading travel trade shows, will take place as an entirely virtual event during March 9-12.

Swedish Market Gets to Know Greek Alternative Tourism Destinations

Leading tour operators of Sweden were recently introduced to the alternative tourism products available in Central Greece and Western Macedonia.

Goal for Greek Tourism: Boosting Greece’s Image as a Safe Travel Destination

The Greek Tourism Ministry is aiming to strengthen Greece's image as a safe destination to visit in the post-Covid-19 period.

Two More Regional Units in Greece Enter ‘Red’ Covid-19 Status

Two more Greek regional units - Ioannina and Serres - will transition to red Covid-19 status, according to Greek Civil Protection Deputy Minister Nikos Hardalias.

Leading Tour Operators May Extend Greek Tourism Season into Winter

Leading international tour operators are considering to extend the Greek tourism season into winter, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Greece Allows Flights from Singapore, Suspends Entry from Canada, Georgia and Tunisia

Greece is now allowing travelers from Singapore to enter the country but has banned flights coming from Canada, Georgia and Tunisia.

Report: Greece’s International Arrivals by Air Before and After Covid-19 Lockdown

Greece recorded only 5 million international air arrivals during the January - September 2020 period, compared to 18.8 million in the corresponding period of 2019.