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New Olympia Forum Looks to Boost Development of Greece’s Regions

The Olympia Forum I, a new event that aims to contribute to the economic and cultural development of the country’s 13 regions, will take place during September 18-20 in Ancient Olympia.

Greece Attends First Expo After Covid-19 Lockdown

Greece presented its alternative forms of tourism at the TourNatur 2020 exhibition held September 4-6 in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Greece is 7th most Googled Holiday Destination Around the World

Greece is among the 10 most searched-for countries for post-lockdown holidays worldwide, ranking seventh on the list compiled by Official-ESTA.com.

‘Thessaloniki Helexpo Forum’ to Launch September 11

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on politics, economy and society will be discussed during the Thessaloniki Helexpo Forum, scheduled to take place during September 11-20.

Crete’s Elounda Peninsula Hotel Sees Increase in August Turnover Despite Covid-19

Crete's Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel in August saw its turnover rise compared to the same month in 2019, despite the Covid-19 health crisis.

IRONMAN 70.3 Greece Sports Event Postponed Until 2021

The IRONMAN 70.3 Greece 2020 sports event has been postponed for next year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Greek Restaurant Owners to Shut Doors in Protest of Covid-19 Curfew

Restaurant owners across Greece say they will keep their businesses closed for a week in an act of protest against the government's Covid-19 restrictions.

Airbnb: Greece Among 10 Countries with Most ‘Enhanced Clean‘ Listings

Greece is among the top 10 countries with the highest number of Enhanced Clean listings on Airbnb.

Condor to Extend Services from Kalamata to Munich and Dusseldorf

Condor Airlines will extend its routes from Kalamata, Greece, to Munich and Dusseldorf in Germany, until November.

Xenia Tourism Expo Postponed for 2021

The Xenia 2020 tourism expo in Greece has been postponed for 2021 due to the extraordinary circumstances caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece Supports #EUBeachCleanUp Campaign

Greece supports the European Commission’s #EUBeachCleanUp environmental campaign and will hold a beach cleanup event in Kavouri, south of Athens, in September.

‘Trust is the New Luxury in Tourism’ – Interview with Konstantinos Tzikopoulos, GM at Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort

Trust is the “new luxury” in tourism in the Covid-19 era, according to Konstantinos Tzikopoulos, the GM at the Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort in Halkidiki.

Greece Unveils Face Masks Inspired by its Cultural Heritage

Greece’s Archaeological Resources Fund has launched a collection of textile face masks featuring prints and drawings inspired by the country’s rich cultural heritage.

Thessaloniki and Halkidiki Get Ready to Host ‘FVW Workshop Greece 2020‘

Thessaloniki and Halkidiki are getting ready to host the FVW Workshop Greece 2020, the annual meeting of FVW magazine that focuses on the German tourism market.

Airports: Vanishing Traffic, Collapsing Revenues – Analysis

The global airport industry is confronted with vanishing traffic and collapsing revenues as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, an ACI World analysis reveals.

ITB India 2021 Event Goes Hybrid

The ITB India trade show will take place in Mumbai in April 2021 as a hybrid event, combining a live trade fair and a virtual event.

Zakynthos Hoteliers Concerned About Covid-19 Restrictions

Zakynthos hoteliers are concerned about the Greek government's decision to impose restrictions on the popular island, following a surge in coronavirus cases.

Celestyal Cruises Honored at MedCruise Awards 2020

Celestyal Cruises has been honored at the MedCruise Awards 2020 for its solidarity initiatives amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

IATA: Air Passenger Demand Plunges in July

Air passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers, dropped by 79.8% in July compared to the same month in 2019, IATA said.

TCB Calls for Measures to Revive Thessaloniki’s MICE Industry

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) is calling on the government to implement support measures that will help the city's MICE industry restart operations in the Covid-19 era.