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AEGEAN Introduces Covid-19 Testing Option for Passengers

AEGEAN is offering its passengers the option to get a discounted Covid-19 test, prior to departure, at medical facilities in Greece.

Greece Needs to Reposition its Tourism Product, Say Hospitality Experts

Greece needs to reposition its tourism product and improve connectivity in order to emerge stronger from the coronavirus crisis, according to hospitality experts.

Meet The Best Greece: The Stars of Greek Luxury Travel on Stage in October 2021

The B2B tourism event "Meet the Best Greece" will take place on Crete in October 2021 with a selection of leading Greek travel suppliers and top International buyers.

Works of Greek Poet Odysseus Elytis Find a Home in Athens

The works of renowned Greek poet Odysseas Elytis will find a permanent home in the Athens’ central district of Plaka.

Greece to Make a Bid to Host 2030 Mediterranean Games

Greece will make a bid to host the 2030 Mediterranean Games in the city of Heraklion on the island of Crete.

Metaxa Group Hotels Receive Multiple Awards for Hospitality Excellence

The hotels of the Metaxa Hospitality Group have received a number of international awards for the prime hospitality services they offer to guests.

Uncharted Escapes Wins Travel & Hospitality Award for 2021

Uncharted Escapes, a Greek travel experience provider, is among the winners of the 2021 European Travel Awards program of the Travel & Hospitality Awards.

Corfu and Heraklion Team Up with GSTC and CLIA for Sustainable Tourism Development

Local authorities on Corfu and Heraklion, Crete, have teamed up with CLIA and GSTC to draw up a plan for sustainable tourism development.

Lonely Planet Names Greece ‘Best Sustainable Food Destination’ for 2021

Lonely Planet has given Greece the title of the world’s most sustainable food destination for 2021.

Cretan Investments Group Hellas Adds First Hotel to Tourism Portfolio

Cretan Investments Group Hellas has added the first hotel to its tourism portfolio by acquiring the Iti AKS Minoa Palace hotel on Crete.

Rethymno will Aim to Attract More American Tourists in 2021

The Municipality of Rethymno has joined forces with ASTA Greece to promote the city's tourism offerings to the US market and attract more travelers.

Jet2 Suspends Flights and Holidays to Greece Until 2021

UK package holiday specialist Jet2 has suspended all flights and holidays to Crete and Rhodes in Greece until 2021, due to Britain's Covid-19 lockdown.

GNTO Takes Part in Virtual Greek Tourism Workshop for Danish Market

The GNTO is taking part in the 1st Virtual Greek Alternative Tourism & Gastronomy Workshop that is focusing on the Danish market.

Crete’s Arkadi Hotel Launches Large-scale Renovation Project

A large-scale renovation project is taking place at the Arkadi Hotel in Chania, Crete, which is expected to be completed by May 2021.

Phāea Resorts Receives TUI Care Foundation Global Hotel Award 2020

The Greek hospitality group Phāea Resorts has received the TUI Care Foundation Global Hotel Award 2020 for the outstanding quality and service delivered to TUI’s customers.

Celestyal Cruises Offers Complimentary Travel Insurance

Celestyal Cruises will provide complimentary travel insurance for new, individual bookings made through to November 30, for sailings during March-June 2021.

New Heraklion Tourism Guide to Show Travelers ‘Where Crete Begins’

A new multilingual tourism guide, focusing on the experiences travelers can live in the city of Heraklion on Crete, will soon be available to visitors.

‘Rental Center Crete’ Launches New Website in Greek

Rental Center Crete, a leading car rental company located on Crete, has launched its website in the Greek language.

Study: Greek Tourism Sees Severe Losses in the ‘New Normal’

Greek tourism revenue and employment have been hit hard by Covid-19, according to “The New Normal – Short- & Long-term Effects” study by Ira Media.

Crete Makes Good Impression Despite Covid-19 Impact on Arrivals

Crete made a good impression this year despite the ongoing Covid-19 crisis and a considerable drop in arrivals, with 8 in 10 saying health protocols were satisfactory.