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Thessaloniki’s Expo Center to Host Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics

The Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center in northern Greece is ready to host the state's Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics for the upcoming period.

Greek PM Expects Tourism to Pick Up in Summer 2021

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis expects to see tourism to Greece pick up pace this summer after the sector took a blow last year as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece’s Ionian Isles Labeled ‘Green’ on ECDC Covid-19 Map

The Ionian islands in Greece are among the handful of areas in Europe labeled “green” on the updated colour-coded Covid-19 map of the ECDC.

Central Macedonia to Launch New Tourism Strategy for 2021

The Central Macedonia Region is preparing to launch a new tourism strategy to attract travelers for the 2021 tourism season.

Greece Formulating Plan to Re-open to Tourism

Greece is drawing up a plan to safely re-open to tourism in 2021, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Infrastructure Works Taking Place on Ios Island

Aiming to improve its tourism product and attract more travelers, the Municipality of Ios is proceeding with major infrastructure works on the island's port and road network.

Haidari Municipality Plans to Restore Historic Monuments to Attract Visitors

The Haidari Municipality has plans to restore the Palataki tower, a monument of significant historical value, aiming to promote the area’s cultural heritage and attract visitors.

Les Roches Appoints Dimitrios Diamantis as Executive Academic Dean

Les Roches International School of Hotel Management has appointed Dimitrios Diamantis as its Executive Academic Dean.

Athens Airport Hosts Exhibition Dedicated to Bicentennial of Greek Independence

An exhibition of rare artifacts dating back to 1821, the year that Greece revolted against the Turkish occupation, has opened at Athens Airport.

Covid-19 Forces Greece’s Short-term Rental Market to Adjust

Covid-19 has forced the short-term rental market to re-set its targets and focus on covering lost ground, according to AirDNA analysts.

Greece Gets €728m in SURE Unemployment Support

Greece is set to receive a total of 728 million euros in funding from the EU's SURE unemployment scheme.

Covid-19: Greece to Re-open Restaurants, Sports Facilities Last

Greece is keeping its tough Covid-19 measures in place with plans to re-open restaurants and sports facilities last.

Survey: Travelers ‘Hungry’ for New Tourism Experiences

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the consuming behavior of travelers, who are now “hungry” for new trips and tourism experiences, says a Booking.com survey.

Greek Luxury Tourism on GNTO’s Agenda

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is exploring ways to promote Greece as a luxury destination ideal for high-end corporate and social events.

Plans to Promote Wine Tourism in Attica Begin to Fall in Place

The Attica Region is joining forces with wine and food experts to design a digital wine map to promote Attica's wine products and routes.

Greece Among Top Countries for 2021 Intra-European Travel

Greece is among the Top 5 preferred countries for intra-European travel in 2021, despite the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, according to an ETC report.

How to ‘Click in Shop’ in Greece – Guidelines

The Regional Chamber Council of Attica has released a set of guidelines for consumers regarding the operation of retail stores with the "click in shop" method.

France Bans Travel from Non-EU Countries

France has banned all but essential travel from outside the European Union and tightened testing requirements for travelers coming from EU countries.

Santorini to Launch New Tourism Promotion Strategy for 2021

The Municipality of Thira is planning to launch a new tourism promotion strategy for 2021 to promote Santorini to as many potential visitors as possible.

Rhodes’ 2021 Tourism Plan to Target Digital Nomads

The Municipality of Rhodes is looking into ways to attract digital nomads - travelers from all over the world that combine remote working and traveling.