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Greece Still Resilient to Covid-19, says Gov’t Spokesman

Greece is still resilient to Covid-19 compared to other countries despite the rise in positive cases, according to Government Spokesman Stelios Petsas.

Greece: Highest Positive Covid-19 Arrivals from 5 Countries

In efforts to identify the trend and curb the spread of Covid-19, Greek health authorities have been examining positive cases by country of origin.

ForwardKeys: Interest for Travel to Greece Picking Up in Q4

Travel demand for Greece seems to be picking up in Q4 with ticket bookings to Corfu, Kalamata, and Chania showing an increase, according to ForwardKeys.

Covid-19: Several European Countries Impose Quarantine for Arrivals from Greece

Travelers out of Greece will be required to self-isolate after several European countries revised travel restrictions due to a surge in Covid-19 cases.

Halkidiki Businesses Call on Gov’t for Support After Covid-19 Curfew Decision

Halkidiki's authorities and tourism stakeholders are calling for government support after a curfew was imposed on businesses in the destination due to Covid-19.

More Covid-19 Measures Announced for Mykonos and Halkidiki

Greek health authorities announced extra precautionary measures for Mykonos and Halkidiki aimed at curbing the further spread of Covid-19.

Greece Sets Recovery Fund Priorities for Tourism After Covid-19

Reigniting investment interest, infrastructure upgrades, sustainable tourism growth are priority areas to benefit from Greece’s share of EU recovery funds.

Health Minister: Greece Set for 3m Doses of Covid-19 Vaccine

Greek Health Minister Vassilis Kikilias confirmed that Greece would by December have access to a first batch of three million doses of a planned Covid-19 vaccine.

Attica Region Launches Regular Covid-19 Testing at Piraeus Port

Medical teams stationed at Piraeus port will conduct random Covid-19 tests on returning travelers as part of ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the virus.

Misleading UK Press Impacting Greek Tourism, Says South Aegean Chief

The governor of the South Aegean Region is calling on the Tourism Ministry to rectify “false claims” in the UK press with regard to the number of Covid-19 cases in Greece.

Greece Set for Local Precautions in Fight Against Covid-19

The Greek government is reinforcing its Covid-19 action plan as holidaymakers return to urban centers and schools prepare to re-open on September 7.

Quarantine Requirement for Entry Through Two Greek Mainland Borders

The Greek government has announced a seven-day quarantine requirement for travelers arriving to Greece through the Krystallopygi and Kakavia mainland borders.

Greek Vacationers Screened for Covid-19 at Piraeus, Rafina Ports

The Athens Medical Association and Attica Region health experts on Sunday conducted over 300 Covid-19 tests at the ports of Piraeus and Rafina.

Athens Sprays Streets to Curb Coronavirus Spread

The Municipality of Athens will disinfect the city’s streets and squares in efforts to limit the spread of Covid-19 as hundreds of Athenians return from their holidays.

Greece Announces Extra Covid-19 Measures as Infections Rise

Greece has announced a series of new precautionary measures to curb the spread of Covid-19, including extra restrictions for the islands of Paros and Antiparos.

Greek PM Urges Youth to Take Heed of Covid-19 Precautions

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is urging the country’s youth to practice social distancing and mask-wearing in order to keep Covid-19 at bay.

Italy Calls for Covid-19 Testing on Travelers Coming from Greece

Italy's Health Minister Roberto Speranza signed a decree for Covid-19 testing on travelers from Greece, Malta, Spain, and Croatia.

Greek Travel Agencies Suffer Covid-19 Blow

Turnover for Greece’s travel agencies dropped by 90% after the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to data.

Thessaloniki Fair Cancelation Due to Covid-19 Causes Stir

The cancelation of the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), due to Covid-19, has prompted the reaction of stakeholders.

Covid-19: Greek Regional Airport Passenger Numbers Take a Dive

Greece’s regional airports are feeling the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic as they handled 75.1% fewer passengers in July compared to the same month in 2019.