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Greece to Launch ‘Covid Pass’ App that Checks Customer ‘Safe’ Status

As of July 15, F&B businesses in Greece will be able to download a free app that will check whether health/vaccination info provided by customers is valid.

Posted On 09 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

No Quarantine for Vaccinated Britons to Greece and Amber List Countries

Fully vaccinated British travelers, as of July 19, will not need to self-isolate when returning from amber list destinations, including Greece.

Posted On 08 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Delta Variant Puts Pressure on Greek Tourism

Greek tourism professionals are once again revising downwards their projections for 2021 in view of an imminent fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 08 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Dionysiou Aeropagitou Athens, Greece. Photo: GTP

Delta Variant Forces Greece to Re-examine Curfews, Lockdowns and Vaccination

Greece will re-examine curfews, local lockdowns, mandatory vaccinations and mask wearing as Covid-19 cases soar.

Posted On 08 Jul 2021

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek Carrier AEGEAN Suffers Q1 Losses Due to Covid

Greece’s national carrier AEGEAN said consolidated revenues in Q1 2021 dropped by 70% to 44.3 million euros against the same quarter in 2020.

Posted On 08 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Majority of Greek Hoteliers Expect Covid-19 Impact to Last

The majority of Greek hoteliers expect the impact of Covid-19 to last, according to a nationwide study conducted by the Ionian University’s Tourism Department.

Posted On 07 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece: Seated-only Rule at F&B Shops as Covid-19 Cases Soar

Greek authorities have announced a seated-only rule for F&B businesses after a sudden increase of coronavirus cases in the country.

Posted On 07 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

UK Says it Will Ease Covid Measures Opening Door for Travel to Greece

British travelers will be able to visit Greece without facing quarantine on return after UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he would be easing measures at home.

Posted On 06 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece to Carry Out Port and Ferry Inspections All Summer

The Greek shipping ministry will be carrying out Covid-19 inspections on board ferries and at ports across the country throughout the summer.

Posted On 06 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Tourism Minister Inaugurates New Marina at Benitses on Corfu

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis recently inaugurated a new marina in the small town of Benitses on the island of Corfu.

Posted On 06 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

PM: Greece to Set Up Mobile Vaccination Units at Tourism Spots

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced that mobile units would be set up at tourist destinations countrywide to accelerate vaccinations against Covid-19.

Posted On 05 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece Pushes Vaccination as Covid-19 Infections Rise Again

Greek authorities are pushing for more vaccinations without ruling out measures after a sudden increase in Covid-19 cases and the emergence of the Delta variant.

Posted On 05 Jul 2021

, By Maria Paravantes

UNWTO: Vaccines, Digital Solutions to Give Travel a Boost

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is forecasting that vaccination campaigns and the integration of digital solutions for safe travel will help ease restrictions.

Posted On 05 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

‘Tourism can be the Doctor of Greek Economy’ this Year, Says Minister

Targeted and efficient use of EU funds are key to restoring tourism to Greece post-Covid-19, which will in turn bolster the economy, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Posted On 02 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Region Aims to Make Attica the Perfect Year-round Destination

Greek Governor Giorgos Patoulis is aiming to make the Attica Region the perfect 12-month destination thanks to its diverse options and “cosmopolitan charm”.

Posted On 02 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

BoG: Tourism Uncertainty May Slow Greek Economy Rebound

Although the Greek economy is showing signs of recovery, the uncertainty due to emerging Covid-19 virus mutations and their potential impact on tourism pose a risk, says the Bank of Greece.

Posted On 01 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Study: Greece Holding Strong in EU Short-term Rental Demand

Greece is holding strong in Europe in terms of overnight short-term rental bookings, according to a study released by Eurostat, the EU’s statistical agency.

Posted On 01 Jul 2021

, By GTP editing team

Oxford Economics: Greece Tourism Recovery Gathers Speed

Greece is following in the footsteps of Europe, where the rebound in tourism post-Covid-19 is already underway, according to Oxford Economics.

Posted On 30 Jun 2021

, By GTP editing team

Travel Industry Urges One Line on EU Covid Certificate Verification

The travel industry is urging member states to harmonise the verification standards of the EU Digital COVID Certificate to ensure a smooth passenger experience.

Posted On 29 Jun 2021

, By GTP editing team