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Covid-19: Greece to Launch ‘Syn-ergasia’ Job Retention Scheme

The Greek government will launch the “Syn-ergasia” employment support tool, aiming to protect jobs and keep companies hit by the Covid-19 pandemic above water.

Greek Tourism Industry Welcomes Restart Support Measures

Greek tourism stakeholders welcomed sector support measures announced by the Greek government, referring to them as "a first step" to recover lost ground after the Covid-19 health crisis.

Bulgaria Looks Towards Greece and Serbia for Quarantine-free Travel

Bulgaria recently held discussions with Greece and Serbia on lifting restrictions and allowing quarantine-free travel between the three countries.

Condor Gets Ready to Fly to 14 Greek Destinations

German leisure airline Condor, this summer will be flying from Germany to 14 popular holiday destinations in Greece.

Mediterranean Palace Hotel Puts ‘Safety First’ with New Hygiene Standard

Thessaloniki’s Mediterranean Palace Hotel is rolling out its new "Safety First" standard, aiming to boost hygiene practices from check-in to check-out.

Varos Village Invites Travelers to Relax Safely on Lemnos this Summer

The hotels Varos Village Boutique and the Varos Residences, located on the island of Lemnos, will open to guests on Juine 15 and promise a safe and relaxing stay.

Lufthansa Group: Free Rebooking Period Extended

The Lufthansa Group airlines are extending their free rebooking period, offering passengers the option to book a new travel date until December 31, 2021.

Commission Approves Release of Next Debt Relief Tranche for Greece

The European Commission has approved the release of a new tranche of debt relief measures agreed to as part of Greece’s post-bailout program.

European Council Approves SURE Job Safety Net

The European Council has approved the SURE scheme, a temporary emergency support instrument that will help member states protect jobs and thus employees.

European Tourism Manifesto Supports Coordinated Return to EU Travel

The European Tourism Manifesto alliance is calling on national governments to introduce harmonised health protocols to enable travel in the new post-Covid-19 reality.

Athina Luxury Suites Announces July 1 as Reopening Date

The Athina Luxury Suites boutique hotel, located on the Greek island of Santorini, has announced July 1 as its reopening date.

Minoan Lines Offers Discounts on Ferry Tickets for Vulnerable Groups

Minoan Lines has announced its support to Greece's vulnerable groups through the offer of special discounts on ferry tickets for the Piraeus – Crete route.

Avis Supports Athens’ Help at Home Plus Program

Avis has joined forces with the Municipality of Athens to support vulnerable groups through the “Help at Home Plus” program, amid the Covid-19 crisis.

Digi.travel Conference: Το μέλλον του τουρισμού μετά την πανδημία του COVID-19

To Digi.travel Conference με θέμα "Το μέλλον του τουρισμού μετά την πανδημία του COVID-19" θα διεξαχθεί ψηφιακά στις στις 28 και 29 Μαΐου.

Greek PM to Announce Actions Aimed at Saving the Tourism Year

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to announce on Wednesday, the government’s action plan aimed at salvaging the 2020 tourism year in the aftermath of Covid-19.

IATA: Covid-19 Air Transport Disruption to Impact Greek Tourism

Disruption to Greece’s air transport sector, caused by the Covid-19 outbreak, is set to cost the country’s tourism sector 9.2 billion euros in losses, says IATA.

Greek Tourism Minister Says Social Distancing Key to Safe Holidays

Social distancing is here to stay for both Greeks and visitors, Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis told the BBC’s The Coronavirus Newscast podcast.

Germany, France Table €500bn EU Covid-19 Recovery Fund Idea

Germany and France have proposed the creation of a recovery fund worth 500 billion euros, to mitigate the impact of the Covid-19 crisis on the EU economy.

KLM to Start Athens – Amsterdam Service on June 6

KLM, as of June 6, will begin services between Greece’s capital Athens and Amsterdam in The Netherlands.

Elia Ermou Athens Hotel to Reopen on June 1

The four-star Elia Ermou Athens Hotel, located in the center of the Greek capital, plans to resume operations on June 1.