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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.

Covid-19: Greece’s Restrictive Measures in Place Until Sunday, Deputy Minister Reminds

Greece's non-essential movement ban is still valid and will be lifted after Sunday, the deputy minister of civil protection, Nikos Hardalias, has reminded.

Greece will Open Year-round Hotels on June 1, PM Announces

The operation of year-round hotels in Greece will resume on June 1, the country's prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, has announced.

Covid-19: Greece Extends Lockdown Measures Until May 4

Greece is extending its lockdown until Monday, May 4, Government Spokesman Stelios Petsas has announced.

Greece Expected to Tighten Covid-19 Measures for May Day Weekend

Measures, similar to those that were introduced to curb the spread of the coronavirus during the Easter holiday, are expected to apply for the May Day three-day weekend in Greece.

Greece was Among Top 2020 Travel Destinations for Austrians Before Covid-19

Austria's travel magazine T.A.I. said that Greece was among the first outbound destinations of choice this summer for Austrians, before the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greek Orthodox Easter Behind Closed Doors Due to Covid-19

Greek Orthodox Easter this weekend will be held behind closed doors and at home in efforts to combat the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Greek officials.

SETE: 10 Steps for Greek Tourism to Restart

The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) has presented 10 targeted actions that are needed to restart and support the country's tourism sector after the Covid-19 crisis.

World Media Commend Greece on Coronavirus Crisis Control

Media worldwide are praising the Greek government on its handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, as it remains among the few countries in the world with low infection and death rates.

Greek PM Sets Target to Save 2020 Tourism Amid Covid-19 Crisis

The next day in tourism, after the coronavirus pandemic subsides, is high on the agenda of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Greece Launches Financial Support Plan for All Covid-hit Businesses

A package of relief measures for all coronavirus-hit businesses in Greece - that includes the suspension of tax contribution payments - has been announced by the government.

Greece Closes Ports to Cruise Ships, Suspends Flights to Spain and Albania

Greece has decided additional measures to limit entry to the country in its aim to curb the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Greece Halts All Flights to Italy Because of Coronavirus

Greece has suspended all remaining flights to and from Italy after the government discussed additional measures in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

WHO: Coronavirus is a Pandemic that will Touch Every Sector

The World Health Organization (WHO) has characterized the coronavirus (COVID-19) as a pandemic and underlined that it will touch every sector.

Coronavirus: Greece Shuts All Schools for Two Weeks

All schools and universities in Greece will remain closed for the next 14 days in efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus in the country.

Greece Controls Borders in Efforts to Delay Coronavirus Spread into EU

Greece has managed to contain the spread of Covid-19 to seven confirmed cases, after a series of emergency measures that included restricting the country’s border with neighboring Turkey.

Greece Boosts Border Controls Citing Threat to Public Health

Aiming to reinforce border controls to limit the spread of Covid-19 in Greece, PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has cited EU Regulation 2016/399 on the necessity to prevent threats to public health.

Greece’s Regional Tourism Council Sets Funding for Refugee-hit Islands as Top Priority

Securing funds to support Greece’s refugee-hit islands topped the agenda of the 2nd Regional Tourism Council held in Athens.

Greek Tourism Ministry Closely Monitoring Coronavirus Situation

The Tourism Ministry has one of the main roles in a crisis management team set up to monitor the coronavirus situation in Greece.

Greece to Seek Architects for Thessaloniki Expo Center Facelift

Greece will launch an international architecture competition for the overhaul of the Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center (Helexpo) in April.