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Delta: All Customers Must Wear Face Coverings for Travel

Delta Air Lines customers as of May 4 are required to wear a face mask or appropriate face covering when traveling with the airline.

Crete Joins #Greecefromhome Initiative – Video

Crete has joined the #Greecefromhome initiative and launched a new video and website, which feature the unforgettable experiences the region can offer visitors.

Microsoft to Introduce Ancient Olympia to the World Through a New App

Ancient Olympia, one of Greece’s most popular archaeological sites, will be introduced to people around the world via a new app to be designed and sponsored by Microsoft.

Lufthansa Group: Passengers Must Wear Masks on All Flights

The airlines of the Lufthansa Group are asking all passengers to wear a mouth-nose cover onboard their flights as of Monday, May 4.

Mouzenidis Says ‘Thank You’ to Russian, Ukranian Doctors with Free Greek Holidays

Mouzenidis Group will offer Russian and Ukrainian doctors, currently battling the Covid-19 pandemic, free holidays to Greece.

Costa Navarino: A Message from TEMES Managing Director

Costa Navarino is preparing to welcome visitors to Messinia and offer an unforgettable experience, as soon as travel is allowed, TEMES Managing Director Stephanos Theodorides says.

Op-Ed: What is the Impact of Covid-19 on Educational Institutions?

"Digitalization has become a necessity with the Covid-19 crisis being a catalyzer of the digital transformation in the education world," says Sommet Education CIO Eric Wyttynck.

Lufthansa Extends Repatriation Flight Schedule, Adds Athens-Frankfurt Route

Lufthansa has announced the extension of its repatriation flight schedule until May 31 and the addition of a new Athens-Frankfurt route to its program.

Kos: Hippocrates’ Home Honors Frontline Health Professionals – Video

The island of Kos, the birthplace of Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, has dedicated a short video to Greece’s frontline health professionals that are managing the Covid-19 health crisis.

Piraeus Sailing Club Raises Funds for Greece’s Battle Against Covid-19

A virtual sailing championship event, organized by the Piraeus Sailing Club, managed to raise 8,000 euros to support Greece’s fight against Covid-19.

IATA Calls for Urgent Action for Civil Aviation to Operate Safely Between States

IATA has called on regulators to take urgent action to help civil aviation operate seamlessly and safely between states during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Skopelos Prepares for its Tourism Promotion after Covid-19

The Greek island of Skopelos has unveiled a new logo and brochure to promote a fresh concept of the island's tourism product.

Hilton Elevates Hygiene Practices from Check-in to Check-out

Hilton has launched its new "CleanStay" program that aims to deliver an industry-defining standard of cleanliness in all the Hilton properties around the world.

Airbnb Announces New Cleaning Protocol for Short-term Rentals

Airbnb has launched its Enhanced Cleaning Initiative, which includes the first overarching standardized protocol for cleaning and sanitization in the home-sharing industry.

Coronavirus: Emirates Ramps Up Ticket Refund Capability

Emirates has ramped up its capability to process refunds, reaffirming its commitment to customers and travel trade partners impacted by disruptions due to Covid-19.

Micra Anglia Boutique Hotel: A Message to Friends and Partners in Greek Hospitality

The Micra Anglia Boutique Hotel & Spa on Andros has updated its protocols and practices to ensure the safety of its guests and staff, in order be completely ready once hotels reopen in Greece.

Survey: 47% of Greeks Will Go on Holiday in Summer 2020

Almost half of the Greeks will go on holiday this summer after the Covid-19 travel restrictions are lifted, an online survey conducted by the University Macedonia reveals.

The Telegraph: 14 Small Greek Islands to Visit after Lockdown

The Telegraph has highlighted 14 of Greece's least populated islands as ideal travel destinations for the summer of 2020, after the Covid-19 lockdown is lifted.

OECD Highlights Greece as Best Practice for Covid-19 Mobile App

Greece’s mobile service that grants permission to citizens for necessary movement during Covid-19 quarantine is highlighted by OECD as a best practice.

Thessaloniki Reopens Waterfront Area

Thessaloniki's waterfront area will reopen after remaining closed for almost a month due to measures applied to curb the spread of the coronavirus.