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Covid-19 Hits Greek Accommodation & Food Services in Q2

Greece’s accommodation and food services activities in July suffered the biggest blow to turnover, down by 71.4% as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece to Launch Online Map with Latest Covid-19 Restrictions Per Area

The Greek government will introduce a platform to provide citizens with the latest Covid-19 restrictions by municipality and by regional unit.

Greece Suspends Outdoor Theatrical Performances in Attica Due to Covid-19

All outdoor theatrical performances in Attica will be suspended as of Thursday, September 24, the General Secretariat for Civil Protection has announced.

Cruise Companies Submit Plan for Healthy Sailing in Covid-19 Era

In efforts to ensure safe journeys at sea in the Covid-19 era, cruise companies have tabled a comprehensive plan that includes heightened health protocols for passengers and crew.

Study: CEOs Redefining Priorities After Covid-19 Shock

The lingering uncertainty which has resulted from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has forced CEOs in Greece and abroad to redefine future priorities, a KPMG study reveals.

Greece’s Peak July Month Sees 85.4% Drop in Tourist Arrivals

July, one of the three main months for tourism in Greece, saw the number of inbound arrivals plunge by 85.4%, impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

FinMin: Greek Economy Can Brave a Second Lockdown if Needed

Greece’s economy can endure a possible second lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 if necessary, according to Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras.

SURE Program Ready to Protect Jobs in EU

Greece will receive some 2.7 billion euros in financial support from the EU’s SURE program that aims to protect jobs at risk amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Lufthansa Announces Further Cuts to Fleet and Staff

Lufthansa has announced a permanent, group-wide capacity cut of 150 aircraft and a further reduction of staff.

Greece Sees 86% Drop in Tourism Revenue in Jan-July Period

Greece saw revenues from inbound tourism nosedive during the first seven months of the year, according to data provided by the Bank of Greece.

Greece Extends Travel Restrictions for Russians

The travel restrictions imposed on Russian citizens arriving to Greece have been extended, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA).

In-room Tablets: SuitePad Brings Hotelier-Guest Digital Communication to New Level

SuitePad's in-room tablets brings digital communication between hoteliers and their guests to a whole new level.

WTTC Launches Virtual Events Series Focused on Tourism’s Recovery from Covid-19

The WTTC this week will kick off its series of tourism-focused virtual events titled “One Voice – Towards a Brighter Future”.

Athens-Attica: New Covid-19 Measures Include Teleworking, Suspension of Concerts

A series of additional measures to curb the further spread of Covid-19 in downtown Athens and other areas of Attica have been announced.

Europe’s Travel and Tourism Industry Calls for End to Quarantines in EU

Over 20 travel and tourism bodies are calling for the European Commission to replace quarantine restrictions with a common EU testing protocol for travel.

Ryanair to Cut October Capacity by Another 20% Due to Travel Restrictions, Policies

Ryanair will cut its October capacity by a further 20%, due to damage caused to forward bookings by continuous changes in EU government Covid-19 travel restrictions.

EU Covid-19 Recovery Funding to Go into Green and Digital Investments

The European Commission presented its 2021 Annual Sustainable Growth Strategy that includes a set of goals to be met through the use of 672.5 billion euros in financial aid.

100 Destinations Now Have ‘Safe Travels’ Stamp of WTTC

One hundred destinations are now using the ‘Safe Travels’ global safety and hygiene stamp of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

Greek PM Mulls Tighter Covid-19 Measures for Athens – Attica

Additional restrictions in the wider Athens area to curb the spread of Covid-19 may be implemented in the coming days, according to Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Greek Court Rules Hard Rock Out of Hellinikon Casino Game

Greece’s highest court has issued its final decision and ended a legal conflict over the 30-year permit to run a casino at the Hellinikon area in Athens.