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EU Closer to Agreeing on Digital Vaccination Passport

The EU member states appear ready to agree on the introduction of a digital Covid-19 vaccination passport as early as this month.

Greece Tables Tourism Recovery Recommendations to Commission

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis sent a letter to European Commissioner Thierry Breton with recommendations for the post-Covid-19 recovery of tourism.

Cyprus Reopens for Travel, Announces Entry Requirements

Cyprus will implement new Covid-19 entry requirements as of March 1 with the reopening of its airports to international travelers.

Greece Updates Covid-19 Aviation Directive for Domestic Air Travel

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has extended travel restrictions for domestic flights in Greece until March 8.

Post-Covid-19 Cruise Return on Greek Tourism Ministry Priority List

Restoring cruise travel to Greece once the Covid-19 pandemic subsides, topped the agenda of talks between Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and CLIA.

INSETE: Greek Hotels Get Positive Traveler Feedback in 2020

Travelers to Greece were satisfied with the hotel services offered in 2020 despite the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a survey by INSETE.

New Rules for Entry to Greece via Kakavia and Evzoni Land Borders

New restrictions will be in place as of March 1 for those entering Greece through the Kakavia and Evzoni land border points.

Attica Stays in Strict Lockdown for Another Week

Strict lockdown measures will continue in Athens and the surrounding Attica region for one more week in an effort to stop the further spread of Covid-19.

EU Lawmakers Propose Testing Protocol to Get Travel Started

EU lawmakers are requesting that a new strategy on sustainable tourism include an EU Health Safety protocol for testing before departure.

EU Tourism Ministers Put Covid-19 Recovery Measures on Agenda

EU ministers responsible for tourism on March 1 will hold an informal video conference to reflect on a set of measures aimed at the sector's recovery from Covid-19.

Greece’s Iconic Porto Carras Ready for Safe Spring Opening

The Porto Carras Grand Resort in Halkidiki, northern Greece, is getting ready to open its doors to discerning guests this spring.

Minister: Greece will Welcome All UK Travelers with or without Vaccine Certificate

All UK travelers – vaccinated or with negative PCR tests – will be welcome in Greece this summer, says Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Greece Can Count on ‘Friendly Taxation’ to Boost Tourism

Implementing an attractive tax policy can a go a long way towards boosting tourism to Greece, say finance and tourism experts.

Europe’s Tourism Sector Calls for EU Task Force to Restore Travel

The European Tourism Manifesto alliance, a group of more than 60 travel organisations, has called for the creation of Commission-led Task Force to restore freedom of movement.

IATA: Global Airline Industry to Remain Cash Negative in 2021

Covid-19 measures will keep the global the airline industry cash negative throughout 2021, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Athens to Host 66th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe

Athens, Greece, will be the host destination of the 66th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe during June 2-4.

Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate, Travel Restrictions to Top EU Leaders Meeting 

Vaccination certificates and non-essential travel restrictions will top the agenda of an EU leaders video conference on Thursday.

Greece’s International Tourism Campaign to be Ready by Late March

The upcoming tourism campaign to promote Greece abroad should be ready by the end of March, according to GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis.

Surge in Covid-19 Cases May Force Greece to Remain in Lockdown 

The sharp increase in Covid-19 cases in Greece pushes back the prospect of the government easing measures on March 1.

Covid-19: Arcadia in Strict Lockdown, Nafplio Goes ‘Red’

The regional unit of Arcadia and the municipality of Nafplio have both changed status on Greece's Covid-19 color-coded risk-assessment map due to a rise in cases.