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Quarantine Requirement for Entry Through Two Greek Mainland Borders

The Greek government has announced a seven-day quarantine requirement for travelers arriving to Greece through the Krystallopygi and Kakavia mainland borders.

Greek Vacationers Screened for Covid-19 at Piraeus, Rafina Ports

The Athens Medical Association and Attica Region health experts on Sunday conducted over 300 Covid-19 tests at the ports of Piraeus and Rafina.

Athens Sprays Streets to Curb Coronavirus Spread

The Municipality of Athens will disinfect the city’s streets and squares in efforts to limit the spread of Covid-19 as hundreds of Athenians return from their holidays.

Greece Announces Extra Covid-19 Measures as Infections Rise

Greece has announced a series of new precautionary measures to curb the spread of Covid-19, including extra restrictions for the islands of Paros and Antiparos.

Greek PM Urges Youth to Take Heed of Covid-19 Precautions

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is urging the country’s youth to practice social distancing and mask-wearing in order to keep Covid-19 at bay.

Italy Calls for Covid-19 Testing on Travelers Coming from Greece

Italy's Health Minister Roberto Speranza signed a decree for Covid-19 testing on travelers from Greece, Malta, Spain, and Croatia.

Mykonos Business Owners Furious Over Covid-19 Curfew for Bars and Clubs

Business owners on the popular island of Mykonos are against a government decision that requires nightclubs and bars to close at midnight as a preventative measure against Covid-19.

Stiff Fines in Greece for Covid-19 Carelessness

Greek authorities have not only tightened measures aimed at restricting the spread of Covid-19, but are also imposing steep fines on violators for carelessness.

Greece Extends Labor Contract Suspension Period for Covid-hit Tourism Businesses

Greek tourism business employers impacted by Covid-19 will still be able in August and September to suspend employee contracts.

XRTC: Greek Coastal Shipping Sector Sailing Uncharted Waters

Greece’s coastal shipping industry needs to find ways to remain above water as it faces the unprecedented challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to XRTC Business Consultants.

Greek PM Vows to Support Tourism Sector Work Force

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the state would support tourism sector employees who have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

US Urges Citizens to ‘Reconsider’ Travel to Greece Due to Covid-19

The US State Department has issued a new advisory for Greece urging its citizens to reconsider plans for travel due to increasing cases of Covid-19.

Covid-19 Restrictions Imposed on Greek Island of Poros

Greek health authorities have announced emergency restrictions for the island of Poros, after at least 13 people were found to be positive to Covid-19.

Greek Authorities Mull Harsher Covid-19 Measures for August 15 Holiday

Greek health authorities may announce harsher measures against Covid-19, ahead of the August 15 holiday which marks the largest mass exodus of the year in Greece.

Report: Greek SMEs Feel the Covid-19 Effect

The outbreak of Covid-19 has impacted Greece’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) as much as the economic crisis in 2009, says the National Bank of Greece.

Greek Health Expert Explains Rise in Covid-19 Cases

Greek infectious diseases professor Sotiris Tsiodras gave explanations regarding the sudden increase of confirmed Covid-19 cases in Greece.

Greek PM Urges Persistent Vigilance Against Covid-19

Greece's PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged Greeks to adhere to hygiene measures, in an attempt to encourage more vigilance in view of surging Covid-19 cases in the country.

Greek Hoteliers See Dismal Year Ahead Due to Covid-19

Hellenic Hoteliers Federation President Grigoris Tasios has painted a gloomy picture for Greece’s hospitality sector, which has been hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Covid-19: WHO Advises on Travel but Warns ‘Way Out is Long’

The World Health Organization is urging governments to be vigilant and carefully assess their strategies in the fight against Covid-19.

Greece to Charge Tourists for Public Health Services

Tourists in Greece wishing to make use of public health services will soon have to pay a token sum, after the Greek parliament approves an amendment to a relevant bill.