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Greece Extends Suspension of Entry for Non-EU Citizens

Greece will not open its borders for nationals from outside the European Union, with the exception of citizens from 11 countries.

Greek Travel Agencies Suffer Covid-19 Blow

Turnover for Greece’s travel agencies dropped by 90% after the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to data.

Covid-19: Greek Regional Airport Passenger Numbers Take a Dive

Greece’s regional airports are feeling the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic as they handled 75.1% fewer passengers in July compared to the same month in 2019.

Mykonos Business Owners Furious Over Covid-19 Curfew for Bars and Clubs

Business owners on the popular island of Mykonos are against a government decision that requires nightclubs and bars to close at midnight as a preventative measure against Covid-19.

Costa Cruises to Restart Vacations from Greece

Costa Cruises is planning to restart its operations with the Costa Deliziosa on September 6, which will offer weekly cruises from Trieste to Greek destinations.

Stiff Fines in Greece for Covid-19 Carelessness

Greek authorities have not only tightened measures aimed at restricting the spread of Covid-19, but are also imposing steep fines on violators for carelessness.

Ακύρωση της διοργάνωσης Serifos Sunset Race 2020

Η Οργανωτική Επιτροπή του Serifos Sunset Race ανακοίνωσε την ακύρωση της διοργάνωσης που ήταν προγραμματισμένη για το Σαββατοκύριακο 12-13 Σεπτεμβρίου 2020.

Negative Covid-19 Test Mandatory for Entry to Greece from Five Countries

Greece will require a negative Covid-19 test for travelers entering the country from Sweden, Czech Republic, Belgium, Spain and The Netherlands as of August 17.

Covid-19: Greece Announces Changes for Travel Through Land Borders

All travelers entering Greece’s land borders as of August 17 will be obliged to present a negative Covid-19 test result.

Covid-19: Greece Cancels Thessaloniki Fair, Sets Curfew for Bars in Popular Destinations

Greece will impose new Covid-19 measures, which include cancelling the 85th TIF and the setting of a curfew for bars in destinations such as Mykonos and Santorini.

Greece Extends Labor Contract Suspension Period for Covid-hit Tourism Businesses

Greek tourism business employers impacted by Covid-19 will still be able in August and September to suspend employee contracts.

XRTC: Greek Coastal Shipping Sector Sailing Uncharted Waters

Greece’s coastal shipping industry needs to find ways to remain above water as it faces the unprecedented challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to XRTC Business Consultants.

Greece Announces Urban Transport Network Upgrade

More buses, increased frequency, and additional staff are the Greek transport ministry’s top priorities as part of an overhaul in mass transport.

ITB Virtual Convention to Focus on Hospitality and Covid-19 Crisis

The virtual ITB Berlin Convention on August 11 will hold three online sessions and focus on the hotel industry and the current crisis.

Greek PM Vows to Support Tourism Sector Work Force

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the state would support tourism sector employees who have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Travelers to Greece from Malta Must Have Negative Covid-19 Test

All travelers entering Greece from Malta as of August 12 will be obliged to present a negative molecular test result (PCR) for Covid-19 upon arrival.

US Urges Citizens to ‘Reconsider’ Travel to Greece Due to Covid-19

The US State Department has issued a new advisory for Greece urging its citizens to reconsider plans for travel due to increasing cases of Covid-19.

Covid-19 Restrictions Imposed on Greek Island of Poros

Greek health authorities have announced emergency restrictions for the island of Poros, after at least 13 people were found to be positive to Covid-19.

Greek Islands See ‘Satisfying’ Tourist Numbers in July

A number of Greek islands saw "satisfying" tourist arrival numbers in July, with local authorities underlining that Greece continues to be on the minds of holidaymakers.

Greek Authorities Mull Harsher Covid-19 Measures for August 15 Holiday

Greek health authorities may announce harsher measures against Covid-19, ahead of the August 15 holiday which marks the largest mass exodus of the year in Greece.