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Greece May Open to UK Travelers Earlier, Says Tourism Minister

Greek authorities are examining the possibility of opening borders earlier for British travelers due to the UK’s successful vaccination rollout.

FinMin Expects €8bn in Greek Tourism Revenue This Year

Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras is expecting Greece's tourism revenue to double this year predicting it will reach 8 billion euros compared to 4 billion in 2020.

Greek Tourism Minister Visits Romania Ahead of Summer Re-opening

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis is on an official visit to Romania as part of an awareness-raising effort ahead of Greece’s re-opening to tourists in May.

Greece Examines Softer Measures to Address Covid-19 Fatigue

Greece is planning to implement a “smart strategy” that will encourage its citizens to contribute to the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

Eager to Travel, Americans OK With ‘Vaccine Passport’ Idea

Eager to travel, Americans are expressing less concern about Covid-19 and flying and welcoming the idea of a vaccine passport, according to a report by JD Power Passenger View.

Greece Seeking Ways to Re-open Retail Amid Covid-19 Fatigue

Greece's committee of health experts will convene on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of easing Covid-19 measures and re-opening retail.

WTTC Welcomes $14bn Support Package for US Airlines 

US airlines are set to receive renewed financial backing to tune of the $14 billion after Unites States' lawmakers approved a new payroll assistance package.

EU and WHO Aiming for Universal Recognition of Health Certificates

The EU and the WHO are working to achieve the universal recognition of digital green certificates that will facilitate travel in the post-Covid-19 era.

New Covid-19 Support for 500,000 Greek Businesses

Greece has announced a new round of Covid-19 support measures for some 500,000 businesses and millions of employees.

Greek, Italian Tourism Ministers Commit to post-Covid Cooperation

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and his newly-appointed Italian counterpart Massimo Garavaglia have agreed to further strengthen bilateral ties between Greece and Italy.

Austria Imposes Restrictions on Arrivals from Greece

Starting on March 11, travelers from Greece to Austria must present a negative PCR test result upon entry and then enter a 10-day quarantine.

NBG: Liquidity Pressures Dropping in 2021 but Tourism Under Strain 

The liquidity gap for Greek businesses will be halved this year with tourism-related activities remaining under strain, says the National Bank of Greece.

Greece’s Covid-hit Restaurant Owners See 40% Decline in Turnover

Greece’s food and beverages sector suffered a massive shock in 2020 due to Covid-19 lockdown measures. recording a 40% decline in turnover.

Cyprus to Welcome Vaccinated Brits in May

British travelers who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 will be able to visit Cyprus as of May 1.

Greece to Give Temporary AMKA Number for Vaccination

In efforts to ensure that everyone living in Greece is vaccinated against Covid-19, Greek authorities are making efforts to issue a temporary AMKA number for individuals that do not have one.

Covid-19: Greece Reaches 1m Vaccination Milestone, Boosts Health Care System

"Every week that goes by, we are building a wall of immunity that will allow us to leave this ordeal behind us," said Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Greek Hoteliers Discuss Summer Hospitality Operations

Ensuring the seamless operation of Greece's hotels this summer period topped the agenda of a meeting between hotelier association presidents from the country.

Greece to Welcome Brits this Summer ‘With or Without’ a ‘Vaccine Passport’

All British travelers are welcome to Greece this summer with or without a vaccination certificate, says Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Eurobank Event Looks Ahead to Next Day for Greek Tourism

The prospects for the recovery of Greek tourism and the challenges the industry will face after the Covid-19 pandemic were focused on during a recent Eurobank web panel event.

KEPE: Greek Tourism Improvement Hinges on Vaccination

Greece may see growth in the third quarter of 2021 provided a large part of its population and its tourism source markets are vaccinated against Covid-19.