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European Travel Commission Slams UK’s New Measures for Travelers

The European Travel Commission (ETC) has strongly condemned the new UK travel measures that include heavy financial penalties for travelers and potential jail time for non-compliance.

Posted On 10 Feb 2021

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Mykonos Mayor Discusses Tourism Restart with Minister

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and Mykonos Mayor Konstantinos Koukas discussed ways to safely restart tourism this summer.

Posted On 10 Feb 2021

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SAS to Offer Flights to Athens and Chania for Spring-Summer 2021

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has included Athens and Chania on its spring - summer flight schedule for 2021.

Posted On 10 Feb 2021

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Athens, Attica to go into Hard Covid-19 Lockdown

Attica, Greece, will be placed in a stricter lockdown until the end of February, in an effort to stop the further spread of Covid-19 in the region.

Posted On 09 Feb 2021

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece Extends Restrictions for Flights from Albania, North Macedonia and Catalonia

Greece has extended restrictions for all flights from Albania, North Macedonia and Catalonia until February 22.

Posted On 09 Feb 2021

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Greece Announces Next Covid-19 Vaccine Priority Age Groups

Greece’s national vaccination plan is entering its next phase with the inoculation of the next two priority groups: individuals aged 60-64 and 75-79.

Posted On 09 Feb 2021

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Greek Ports See 95% Drop in Cruise Passenger Arrivals in 2020

Cruise ship arrivals and passenger visits to Greek ports dropped 95% in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 09 Feb 2021

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Greek Tourism Ministry to Address Late Payments to Quarantine Hotels

The Greek Tourism Ministry will accelerate payments owed to quarantine hotels and other tourism businesses included in measures taken to address the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 09 Feb 2021

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GBTA: Full Recovery of Business Travel Expected by 2025

The recovery of international business travel to pre-pandemic levels is expected no earlier than 2025, according to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA).

Posted On 09 Feb 2021

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Greece and Israel Agree on Covid-19 Vaccine Passport for Travel

Greece and Israel have agreed on a ‘green passport’ arrangement that will allow vaccinated Israeli citizens to visit Greece without restrictions.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

, By Nikos Krinis

Bilateral Tourism Deal Signed Between Greece and Israel

Greece and Israel are further strengthening tourism ties with an agreement that includes cooperation in a number of areas.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

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Greek Tourism Backed by New Finance Ministry Covid-19 Aid

Greek tourism professionals are set to benefit from a series of new Covid-19 relief measures announced by the Finance Ministry.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

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Photo source: Visit Greece / K. Kouzouni

Greek Tourism: Last-minute Bookings Key for 2021 Season

GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis expects last-minute bookings to play a decisive role in Greek tourism's performance in 2021.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece to Release Extra Covid-19 Aid for Coastal Shipping

Greece’s passenger shipping sector is set to receive 12 million euros to address the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

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South Aegean Planning Safe 2021 Tourism Opening

The South Aegean Region is planning to welcome tourists in the safest way and as soon as possible, according to governor, George Hatzimarkos.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

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Expedia: 1 in 2 Travelers Optimistic about Taking a Trip in Next 12 Months

One in two travelers feels optimistic about taking a trip in the next 12 months, according to a study by Expedia Group Media Solutions.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

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TRAINOSE Invests €70 Million in 2020 Despite Covid-19

TRAINOSE in 2020 invested 70 million euros to upgrade its infrastructure, despite the severe drop in passenger traffic caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

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Ryanair: New Zakynthos-Budapest and Santorini-Krakow Routes for Summer 2021

Ryanair will launch new routes connecting Zakynthos with Budapest and Santorini with Krakow as part of its Greek Summer 2021 schedule.

Posted On 08 Feb 2021

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Greece Extends Covid-19 Travel Restrictions for Domestic, International Flights

Travel restrictions for domestic flights and international arrivals in Greece have been extended, as part of efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country.

Posted On 07 Feb 2021

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