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Greece Extends Teleworking Covid-19 Measure in Attica

The Greek Labor Ministry is extending the measure of mandatory teleworking for employees in the wider Athens area of Attica.

Germany Lifts Global Travel Ban, Issues Europe Warnings

Germany has lifted a general Covid-19 travel warning announced in March for some 160 non-EU territories while issuing partial or full travel restrictions for more than 10 European nations.

Tourism Investments to Drive Growth for Greece, Says EY Survey

Foreign investments in tourism, logistics and real estate are set to drive growth for Greece in the coming years, says the EY Attractiveness Survey for 2020.

EU Tourism Ministers Call for Coherent European Response to Preserve Free Movement

EU tourism ministers are calling for a coherent European response to help the recovery of travel and tourism from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Concerns Rise Over Increasing Covid-19 Cases in Attica

Greek health experts are troubled over a new surge in Covid-19 incidents concentrated for the most part in and around the Greek capital.

Greek Hotel Chamber and Phocuswright Announce Strategic Partnership

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels is joining forces with Phocuswright, a leading global tourism industry research company, for its virtual 4th International Hospitality Forum to take place on November 23.

Federico Santos Shares Philosophy of Puro Hospitality Management: ‘We Want to be a Strategic Partner to Hoteliers’

Federico Santos shares Puro Hospitality Management's vision which is to be a valuable and strategic partner to hoteliers.

Στις 6 Οκτωβρίου η τελετή απονομής των Greek Hospitality Awards 2020

Στις 6 Οκτωβρίου θα πραγματοποιηθεί η τελετή απονομής των Greek Hospitality Awards 2020, μέσα από την ψηφιακή πλατφόρμα LiveOn.

Greece Proposes Coordinated EU-wide Covid-19 Actions

Greece has forwarded proposals to the European Commission for the implementation of Covid-19 measures to restore safe travel.

Global Air Travel Expected to Tumble by 66% in 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) says it now expects full-year 2020 air traffic to be down 66% compared to 2019, due to the impact of Covid-19.

Covid-19 Cases on TUI Cruise Ship in Greece Create Confusion

A Covid-19 scare on board TUI’s "Mein Schiff 6" cruise ship caused alarm after 12 crew members tested positive for the coronavirus.

Gaining Lost Ground in 2021 Key Priority for Greek Tourism After Covid-19

Quality, sustainable tourism practices, training and next generation upgrade works are priorities for Greece in 2021.

Greece – TUI Optimistic as Demand Extends Tourism Season into Autumn

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis discussed the extension of the tourism season in Greece with TUI, as bookings are already in place for November.

National Bank of Greece Sees Upturn in July-Aug Economic Activity

Greece's economic activity in July-August recorded an upturn with a positive impact of tourism, according to the country's national bank.

Greek Minister Pledges Support for the ‘People in Tourism’

Tax breaks and job support are among the measures taken by the Greek government to help tourism professionals impacted by the Covid-19 crisis.

Europe’s Airlines Looking to Win Back Travelers with Lower Fares

In an attempt to win back reluctant travelers due to Covid-19, Europe’s airline companies are bringing down their rates for September through to December.

Czech Republic Passengers Need Negative Covid-19 Test to Enter Greece

All travelers entering Greece from the Czech Republic as of September 28 will be obliged to present a negative Covid-19 test result upon arrival.

Tourism Recovery Tracker: UNWTO Offers Key Data in One Place

The UNWTO has launched the Tourism Recovery Tracker, a free tool that compiles all relevant tourism data in one place, giving the ability to track the sector's recovery from Covid-19.

Covid-19: PM Mitsotakis Appeals to Greeks to Follow Rules to Help Avoid Lockdown

PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has called on the Greeks to be vigilant and respect the current health and safety measures to limit the spread of Covid-19 and avoid a second lockdown.

Tourism Committee Urges EU Actions to Save the Sector

Europe’s Transport and Tourism Committee is calling for immediate action to save the tourism sector and some 22 million jobs that are at risk due to Covid-19.