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Germany Puts Western Greece and Attica on List of Covid-19 ‘Risk Areas’

Germany’s Federal Foreign Office has added Western Greece and Attica to its “risk areas” list due to an increase in Covid-19 cases in the two Greek regions.

Green Light for EU’s €672.5bn Recovery and Resilience Tool 

The EU’s recovery and resilience facility has been approved, providing member states with 672.5 billion euros in funding for green and digital transition projects.

Commission: Lockdowns to Weigh on Greek Economy

Continuous measures to address Covid-19 are expected to weigh on Greece’s recovery, according to the European Commission.

Covid-19: Wider Athens Goes High Risk Red on ECDC Map 

Greece's Attica region, which includes Athens, has been labeled “red” on the weekly European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) Covid-19 map.

Greece: Non-essential Domestic Air Travel Banned Until March 1

Only essential domestic travel is allowed between all airports in Greece, according to an updated aviation directive.

Greek Finance Ministry Extends Deadlines for Tax Debt Payments

Greek taxpayers affected by the Covid-19 pandemic will have until the end of the year to pay their dues, according to the Finance Ministry.

Survey: Covid-19 Vaccines Paramount for US Travel Industry Recovery

The role of vaccination in the recovery of US travel and tourism from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is considered paramount, a survey by Destination Analysts reveals.

Greek PM Forecasts Easter Opening for Tourism

Vaccinations are key to returning to normalcy which includes opening borders to tourists, said Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who is forecasting improved conditions in spring.

Greek Hotels Next in Line for Covid-19 Support

The Greek government will release a new round of Covid-19 support measures and “green” incentives for hotels.

Airlines: EU Decides Less Strict Rules for Use of Take-off and Landing Slots

The EU will revamp rules for the use of airport slots to prevent "ghost flights" and support the air transport sector during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greek Restaurant Owners ‘Hand in Their Keys’ in Covid-19 Protest

Restaurant owners across Greece symbolically handed over their keys to the government protesting against the Covid-19 restrictions that keep their establishments closed.

Greece Pledges Active Role in China’s 17+1 Initiative 

Cosco’s investment in the development of Piraeus port has paved the way for new collaborations between Greece and China, including the 17+1 Chinese Initiative.

Covid-19: Int’l Arrivals to Europe Mark 30-year Low in 2020

International arrivals to Europe marked a 30-year low last year, down by 70% compared to 2019 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the ETC's quarterly report.

IATA: Free Training to Former Cabin Crew Transitioning into Job Market

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is organizing an online training course to help laid-off airline cabin crew members re-enter the job market.

Jet2 Suspends Flights and Holidays Until April 14 Due to Covid-19

Jet2 is extending the suspension of flights and holidays up to April 14, due to the ongoing Covid-19 travel restrictions.

Tourism Industry Shows High Demand for ITB Berlin NOW Digital Expo

Some 2,000 exhibitors from 120 countries have registered so far for the ITB Berlin NOW 2021 virtual event scheduled to take place during March 9-12.

Covid-19 Lockdown Rules for Athens, Attica Announced

Greek authorities have tightened lockdown restrictions in Athens and the surrounding Attica region to stop the further spread of Covid-19.

More Countries Consider Covid-19 Health Passport Idea

One by one countries across the globe are announcing or considering plans to allow admission to tourists with proof of Covid-19 vaccination.

Greece Lifts Catalonia Flight Suspension

Greece has issued a new aviation directive that lifts the temporary suspension on flights from Catalonia.

Attica Enters Stricter Lockdown with Extra Labor Support

The Region of Attica in Greece will enter a tougher Covid-19 lockdown on February 11 with additional relief aid for employees, as announced by the Labor Ministry.