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Greece will Not Shut Restaurants, Cafes or Bars Before Midnight to Fight Covid-19

Greece is not considering to close restaurants, cafes and bars before midnight to fight rising Covid-19 cases in high-risk areas.

AEGEAN Introduces its Hygiene Attendants for Safer Travel

Focusing on the safety of its passengers prior, during and after the flight, AEGEAN has introduced its Hygiene Attendants to travellers.

Greece: Updated Travel Restrictions Announced by Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority

All announced travel restrictions for Greece have again been extended, as part of the government's efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19.

August Inbound Traveler Flows to Greece Sink Due to Covid-19

The number of inbound visitors to Greece in August 2020 was down by 73.3% year-on-year as a result of the Covid-19 measures.

Greece Updates Covid-19 Risk Map, Measures Change for Some Areas

Greece has updated its Covid-19 risk-assessment map as the level of risk for a number of the country's regional units has changed.

Guidance on Greece’s Covid-19 Rules for Masks and Curfew

Clarifications have been given for the two new rules in Greece announced for areas that are designated as high-risk on the country’s Covid-19 risk-assessment map.

Greece’s Covid-19 Risk Level is Low to Moderate When Compared to Other Countries

Despite Greece's fresh spike in Covid-19 cases, its risk level is considered low to moderate when compared to other European countries, according to the ECDC's updated health map.

Greek Police Use Loudspeakers to Remind People of New Covid-19 Restrictions

Greek police are using loudspeakers on patrol cars to inform citizens of high-risk areas on the new Covid-19 rules in place: wearing masks at all times and staying indoors during a late night curfew.

European Commission Issues First Emission of EU SURE Social Bonds

The European Commission recently issued a 17-billion-euro inaugural social bond under the EU SURE instrument to help protect jobs and keep people in work.

Hotels in Thessaloniki Consider Closing Until Covid-19 Begins to Subside

Thessaloniki Hotels Association President Andreas Mandrinos has painted a gloomy picture for the city's hotels, which are facing hard times due to Covid-19.

Lufthansa to Deploy 4 Airbus A350-900s to Frankfurt Hub

For the duration of the winter timetable, Lufthansa will be deploying four of the currently parked Airbus A350-900s to its hub in Frankfurt.

Only Ferry Flights Allowed at Kastoria Airport

Restrictions have been announced for Kastoria Airport "Aristotelis", as part of Greece’s preventive measures to limit the further spread of Covid-19.

Greece Announces Masks Everywhere, Late Night Curfew as Covid-19 Cases Surge

Masks must now be worn everywhere in Greece and a late night curfew will go into effect for high-risk areas, to curb the rising spread of Covid-19.

Greece Looks to Extend Operation of ‘Quarantine Hotels’

The Greek Tourism Ministry submitted a legislative amendment in Parliament which foresees Greece's "quarantine hotels" extending their operation until late November.

Commission Approves €450m Greek Covid-19 Support Scheme for Businesses

Tourism enterprises in Greece, impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, will be able to tap into a 450-million-euro Greek funding program approved by the the European Commission.

Active Media Group: Top Agency in Sports Tourism for 2nd Consecutive Year

Active Media Group won a total of 14 honors at the Sports Marketing Awards 2020, including the "Sports Marketing Agency of the Year 2020" title.

Greece’s Small Accommodation Facilities Face Liquidity Troubles

Occupancy levels at Greece’s small accommodation facilities this year stood at only 25 percent, due to the impact of Covid-19 on tourism.

Greece Announces Covid-19 ‘Red Alert’ for Kastoria

Local lockdown measures will be imposed on the regional unit of Kastoria in Greece as of Friday, October 23, in an effort to contain the spread of Covid-19.

Greece on High Alert After Covid-19 Cases Soar

Greek authorities are urging the use of mask and adherence to hygiene rules after new Covid-19 cases in the country reached a record of 667 on Tuesday.

Anestis Michaloudis: ‘ONOMA Hotel Offers Personalized Smart Living Experiences to Guests’

"ONOMA offers personalized smart living services and is not just another 5-star hotel in Thessaloniki," says Anestis Michaloudis, the GM of Anatolia Hospitality's newest addition.