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PayPal Shuts Down to Greek Users

“We are carefully following the situation in Greece, as well as developments in the negotiations between the Greek government and its lenders”, PayPal said in a statement.
Posted On 06 Jul 2015
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WTTC Includes ‘Worst Case Scenario’ for Greece in June 2015 Report

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) includes a 'worst case scenario' for Greece in its Monthly Economic Impact report for June 2015.
Posted On 05 Jul 2015
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Minister Kountoura Urges Media to Stop Hurting Greece’s Image

Greek tourism is resilient to the current political situation, with very few instances of cancellations. “Our goal is to protect and guarantee that tourism remains operational,” Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said in a televised statement on Thursday.
Posted On 03 Jul 2015
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Greek Islands May Face Shortages Soon

Reports in the media are calling attention to empty shelves and lacking medicines in Greece and claim that if a deal is not reached soon between the country and its creditors, banks will remain closed after July 6.
Posted On 03 Jul 2015
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Germany’s ‘Die Zeit’ Urges Greeks to Vote for the Future of Europe

In an open letter - in German and Greek - Die Zeit's Marc Brost is calling on all Greeks to vote responsibly in Sunday’s referendum, stressing that their decision will not only affect their own future but the future of 500 million people across Europe.
Posted On 02 Jul 2015
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Greece’s National Bank, Eurobank Open for Deposits, Pensions

Greece's National Bank (Ethniki) and Eurobank announced today that they will be open for business, accepting deposits by individuals and companies during the bank holiday set to end on July 6.
Posted On 02 Jul 2015
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‘NYT’, ‘Conde Nast Traveler’, ‘USA Today’ Show Faith in Greece, Advise Vacationers to Keep Coming

The New York Times, USA Today and Conde Nast Traveler (CNT) are, among other media, advising readers to proceed with their holiday plans to Greece as scheduled.
Posted On 02 Jul 2015
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Greece’s Referendum to Go Ahead as Planned, Eurogroup to Discuss Greek Proposal After Sunday

Greece's July 5 referendum will go ahead as planned, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras informed the nation in a television address.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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Obama Calls for Lenders’ Flexibility in Greece Crisis

In an attempt to prevent the further deterioration of Greece’s economic situation, US President Barack Obama has upped his contacts with EU leaders, calling on all parties involved to show flexibility and work out a solution.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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Sector Authorities Take Action to Safeguard Greek Tourism

In a letter to Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura earlier this week, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) is calling on relevant ministries and sector professionals to work together to ensure that the tourism market continues to remain operational.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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BBC Tips Travelers on Getting the Most Out of Greece

Despite the rocky political situation in Greece, media across the globe are publishing lists on what to watch out for if you plan to visit the country, and are insisting it’s still a bargain.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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What Greek Tourism Stands to Lose With a ‘No’

The day after a “no” on the July 5 referendum may find Greek tourism in a dismal predicament, according to Greece Tourism Confederation (SETE) board member Fotis Kokotos.
Posted On 30 Jun 2015
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‘No Need to Cancel Just Plan Ahead’, CNT Tells Holidaymakers to Greece

Luxury travel magazine Conde Nast Traveler has advised those traveling to Greece to plan carefully, adding that the closed banks and withdrawal restrictions at the country’s ATMs will in no way affect them.
Posted On 30 Jun 2015
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TUI: Greece at the Center of Our Attention

Greece may be a leading choice among TUI’s clients but the international tour operator stressed that stability and modern infrastructure must be in place if Greece wants to experience growth in the tourism sector.
Posted On 30 Jun 2015
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Greece ‘Bank Holiday’ Through to July 6, Withdrawals Only at ATMs

The Greek government announced on Sunday, that a “bank holiday” would be in effect through to Monday, July 6, in efforts to put a damper on cash being transferred abroad and prevent banks from collapsing.
Posted On 29 Jun 2015
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Kountoura Takes Stand Against Creditors’ Measures for Greece, Calls for Protection of Sector

Taking a direct stand against the measures proposed by Greece’s international lenders, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura invited Greeks to take the responsibility of the country’s future in their hands ahead of the upcoming referendum on July 5.
Posted On 29 Jun 2015
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‘Grexit’ Scare Sends Greece Holiday Rates Plunging by 50%

Preferring to be safe rather than sorry, tour operators worldwide are cutting rates for package deals to Greece by up to 50 percent for fear of a potential Greek default.
Posted On 23 Jun 2015
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‘Fortune’ Says Greece a Good Deal for Vacationers

As Greece’s tumultuous negotiations continue, international media is casting the spotlight on tourism, the one industry they say is pulling the country up economically.
Posted On 22 Jun 2015
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Bloomberg Says Tourism ‘Lifeboat’ for Greek Economy

With talks between Greece and its international lenders at a deadlock and Germany hinting at a "Grexit", Bloomberg is pointing to tourism as the only way to save a drowning economy and keep Greece above water.
Posted On 15 Jun 2015
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Full House but No Cash in Hand for Greek Hoteliers, Online Bookings New Lifeline

Greek hoteliers are now turning to foreign markets to ensure liquidity as banks are not offering financial backing and tour operators are minimizing and delaying advance payments.
Posted On 16 Apr 2015
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