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PM Mitsotakis Gives Best-case Scenario for 2020 Greek Tourism

Under the best-case scenario, Greece will be open for business and welcoming tourists in July, provided that the EU has agreed on health protocols for travel, according to Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Minister: Health Safety Protocols, Diplomatic Contacts in Greek Tourism’s Recovery Plan

Health safety protocols and diplomatic contacts to reopen borders are included in Greece's plan for the tourism sector's restart.

Covid-19: Greece Invited to Join Seven-nation Alliance to Reopen Tourism

Greece has reportedly been approached to be part of an alliance to boost tourism and trade among the few nations that managed to contain the spread of Covid-19 with success.

Greek Ιslands: Timetable for Lifting of Covid-19 Τravel Restrictions Expected Soon

The timetable for the lifting of restrictions on travel to and from the Greek islands is expected to be announced soon.

Greek Gov’t Focuses on Ways to Reopen Restaurants Outdoors

The Greek government is focusing on ways that will allow businesses active in the F&B industry to operate outdoors, aiming to get the market going as the Covid-19 pandemic subsides.

Northern Greece: Health Guidelines a Must to Facilitate Road Travel Through Borders

Tourism professionals in Northern Greece are awaiting for health guidelines to welcome incoming visitors expected to arrive by road in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.

German-Hellenic Chamber: Businesses will Carry Out Investments Despite Covid-19

Despite the coronavirus crisis, nine in 10 businesses in Greece, members of the German-Hellenic Chamber of Industry, intend to implement their investments in the country as scheduled.

Costa Nostrum: Proposals for post-Covid-19 Operation Protocol for Greek Beaches

Costa Nostrum has announced its proposals for the establishment of a post-Covid-19 Operation Protocol for the safe operation of beaches across Greece.

Mohegan Says Covid-19 Won’t Stop Hellinikon Casino Project in Greece

US-based Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment says that its investment for the first Integrated Resort and Casino in Greece will move ahead as scheduled, if selected.

Minister Examines Measures for Reopening of Acropolis Site

Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni recently inspected the archaeological site of the Acropolis in Athens to determine the measures needed for when it reopens on May 18.

Athens Parks Reopen to the Public

Parks in Athens and the wider Attica region have reopened to the public, following the Greek government’s decision to ease the nationwide lockdown.

Amorgos Sends Message of Optimism Through Gastronomy

Amorgos is sending a message of optimism, through a video focused on its gastronomy, to potential travelers from around the world.

Covid-19: WTTC to Announce Health Protocols for Travel and Tourism

The WTTC is working on new health protocols to form the travel experience and also provide people with strong reassurances when travelling in the post-Covid-19 period.

Greece Begins Stage 1 of a ‘New Normal’ After Easing Covid-19 Restrictions

Greece has entered the first stage of easing the lockdown it imposed six weeks ago to curb the spread of Covid-19.

Reviving Tourism, Exports Tops Greece’s Economic Recovery Plan

Greece intends to support tourism and exports, two of its top sectors that are suffering due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus Reverses Initial Favorable Forecasts for Greece

Greece could face a recession of 7.9% in 2020, with the tourism, transport and shipping sectors expected to suffer a major blow, says the country's 2020-2023 Stability Program.

SETE Says Health Protocols Highest Priority for Next-day Travel

Greek tourism's recovery in the aftermath of Covid-19 is dependent on uniform health protocols that will define the terms of hotel and tourism-related business operations, says SETE.

Vienna Airport Offering Onsite Covid-19 Tests

Vienna Airport is now offering onsite Covid-19 testing to arriving passengers to enable them to avoid being quarantined for 14 days.

Covid-19: Greece’s AEGEAN Airlines Counting on Government Support

Greek national carrier AEGEAN is hoping for government support after it suffered massive losses due to the Covid-19 outbreak.

European Commission Approves €7bn French Aid to Air France

The European Commission has approved a 7-billion-euro French aid measure to Air France for the company to obtain urgent liquidity in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic.