Tag: Greece coronavirus tourism plan

Greece, Cyprus, Israel Deals Paving Way for Resumption of Travel

The recent agreements of Israel with Greece and Cyprus, which enable restriction-free admission, are paving the way for a return to travel.

Posted On 15 Feb 2021

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Theoharis: Open Businesses, Safety Key to See Greek Tourism into New Era

Keeping Greece's tourism economy going and ensuring the health of all involved (professionals, visitors and locals) are the top priorities for the Tourism Ministry.

Posted On 02 Oct 2020

, By GTP editing team

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.

Posted On 25 Sep 2020

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SETE: Greece’s Tourism Sector Needs Support into 2021

As the tourist season comes to a close and the Covid-19 effect lingers, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) has tabled six proposals to help businesses survive.

Posted On 25 Aug 2020

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Covid-19: Greek Regional Airport Passenger Numbers Take a Dive

Greece’s regional airports are feeling the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic as they handled 75.1% fewer passengers in July compared to the same month in 2019.

Posted On 12 Aug 2020

, By GTP editing team

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Greek Hoteliers Expect 67% Drop in 2020 Turnover

Greek hoteliers are expecting to see their turnover drop by 67% this year with 6.4% opting to remain closed due to lagging demand and lack of liquidity.

Posted On 16 Jul 2020

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Greece Extends Covid-19 Measures on Beaches to End of July

Greece will extend Covid-19 measures on organized beaches through to the end of the month and is considering banning local outdoor festivals in August.

Posted On 16 Jul 2020

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Greece Mulls Plan B in View of Rising Covid-19 Cases

Should “imported” Covid-19 cases continue to rise in Greece, the government will follow a Plan B that may include stricter measures to curb infection cases.

Posted On 15 Jul 2020

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Covid-19 Leads to €350m in Losses for Athens, Thessaloniki Hotels

Covid-19 has impacted the Greek hotel sector taking a 350-million-euro bite out of revenues for hotels in Athens and Thessaloniki.

Posted On 14 Jul 2020

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Ministry Aims to Include All of Greece on the Tourist Map

The Greek Tourism Ministry is looking to equally distribute tourist traffic to all of Greece’s regions, aiming to ensure inclusive development.

Posted On 09 Jul 2020

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Greece Opens to Tourism: Who Can Come – Safety Rules

Greece opened its borders by air, sea and road to travelers on Wednesday, after the Covid-19 health crisis brought global travel to a standstill.

Posted On 01 Jul 2020

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Greece Tourism Season Debuts with Over 230 Flights

More than 230 flights were scheduled to land in Greece on Wednesday, as the country reopens to tourism four months after Covid-19 lockdowns.

Posted On 01 Jul 2020

, By Maria Paravantes

Theoharis: Greece Investing Now in the Future of Tourism

Greece is at the top of travelers’ wish lists thanks to its successful management of the Covid-19 crisis and the country’s reputation as a safe destination, Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said.

Posted On 30 Jun 2020

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek Regional Airports Ready to Go as Tourist Season Kicks Off

Greece’s regional airports are ready to handle the first incoming flights on July 1, after months of inactivity due to Covid-19.

Posted On 29 Jun 2020

, By Maria Paravantes

Greece Launches ‘Stay Safe’ Campaign as it Opens to Tourists

Greece has launched a far-reaching awareness-raising campaign with Covid-19 precautions as it prepares to open its regional airports to tourists as of July 1.

Posted On 26 Jun 2020

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PM: Covid-19 Isolation Rooms Optional for Greek Hotels

Hotels in Greece can choose if they wish to maintain an isolation room to host customers who become infected with Covid-19, according to Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Posted On 25 Jun 2020

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Tourism Signals a Return to Normalcy for Greece, Says Minister

Greece's tourism reopening signals a return to normalcy following the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Posted On 23 Jun 2020

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Greece Still Struggling to Set Up Covid-19 Hotels

Hotel owners in Greece are not showing interest in the Greek Tourism Ministry’s call for hotels to operate as quarantine spots for tourists who may contract the coronavirus while on holiday.

Posted On 22 Jun 2020

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Greek Port Authorities Heighten Security Checks on Board Ferries

Greek authorities are boosting security checks at ports and on board ferries across Greece to ensure Covid-19 safety precautions are being adhered to.

Posted On 19 Jun 2020

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