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GNTO Teams Up with Mastercard to Promote Greece

The GNTO and Mastercard have joined forces to promote Greece to the German, Danish and Dutch markets through a new campaign running to September 30.

Greece to Charge Tourists for Public Health Services

Tourists in Greece wishing to make use of public health services will soon have to pay a token sum, after the Greek parliament approves an amendment to a relevant bill.

The Stanley Hotel Reopens and Welcomes Guests in Athens

The Stanley, a historic 4-star hotel in the heart of Athens, recently reopened its doors to welcome back its guests in a clean and safe environment.

Ferries in Greece are Now Allowed to Carry More Passengers

Greek coastal shipping vessels are now allowed to transfer more passengers on their routes in Greece, according to a government decision.

Greece to Evaluate Covid-19 Situation after Sharp Spike in Cases

The government will assess the Covid-19 situation in Greece, following a sharp spike of confirmed cases, while health experts warn of a second wave if citizens do not observe measures.

Greek PM on Instagram: Wear a Mask and Follow the Rules Against Covid-19

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis took to Instagram to send a message to citizens that it is absolutely necessary to observe the country's protection measures against Covid-19.

Greece Allows Flights from Albania, North Macedonia to Land Only at Athens Airport

Greece now permits all flights from Albania and North Macedonia to land only at Athens International Airport (AIA), as part of preventive measures against Covid-19.

Greece Announces New Rules to Curb Rise in Covid-19 Cases

The Greek government has announced a series of new measures to curb the spread of Covid-19, following a surge in confirmed cases in the country.

Travelers from United Arab Emirates Need Negative Covid-19 Test to Enter Greece

All travelers entering Greece from an airport of the United Arab Emirates are obliged to present a negative Covid-19 test result upon arrival.

Coronavirus: 40% of Destinations Have Eased Travel Restrictions

Forty percent of all destinations worldwide have now eased the travel restrictions they placed on international tourism in response to Covid-19.

Greece Decides More Bus, Train Routes to Avoid Overcrowding

Greece is increasing the service frequency of buses and trains in order to avoid overcrowding and the spread of Covid-19.

Germans Want to Travel Abroad Despite the Covid-19 Pandemic

Over 80% of Germans, intending to travel abroad in times of Covid-19, want to holiday before the end of the year, according to IPK International.

Greece Announces More Funds to Boost Domestic Tourism

The Greek government will raise the budget for the 2020-2021 “Tourism for All” social tourism program from 30 million euros to 100 million euros.

Travel & Tourism Insurance Guidelines by WTTC

The WTTC has unveiled its Insurance Guidelines to rebuild global consumer confidence to help encourage the return of travelling in the post-Covid-19 world.

TUI is Closing 166 Travel Branches in UK and Ireland

Travel giant TUI has announced that it will close 166 high street stores in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

Έκτακτη επιδότηση για την ενίσχυση των επιχειρήσεων τουριστικών λεωφορείων

Στην κρίσιμης σημασίας ενίσχυση, μέσω ειδικής επιδότησης, των επιχειρήσεων οι οποίες διαθέτουν τουριστικά λεωφορεία, αναφέρθηκε ο υπουργός Τουρισμού, κ. Χάρης Θεοχάρης, μιλώντα...

Travel Intent to Greece Continues to Gain Momentum, Says Sojern

Travel intent to Greece in the post-coronavirus world has revived and continues to gain momentum at a greater pace than other markets, says Sojern.

Greece is Laying the Foundations for Tourism’s Future, Says Minister

Greece's gradual opening to tourism aims to boost the country's economy, following the outbreak of Covid-19, says Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

IATA: Air Travel to Return to pre-Covid-19 levels in 2024

Global passenger traffic is expected to return to 2019 levels in 2024, a year later than previously projected, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Coronavirus-related Checks to Increase on Mykonos

The Greek Ministry of Citizen Protection will step up checks to make sure all businesses on the island of Mykonos are complying with rules announced to curb the spread of Covid-19.