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Minister: Tourism to Greece Generates €4bn in 2020 Covid-19 Year

Tourism to Greece managed to generate 4 billion euros in 2020, with government emphasis now on ways to address the challenges in 2021.

Greece Announces Covid-19 Vaccination Procedure

Greece is getting ready for one of the largest mass immunizations as it awaits the first batch of Covid-19 vaccines, according to authorities.

EU Funding Key to Upgrading Greek Island Tourism Model, Says Deputy Minister

Channeling EU funding into modifying Greece's tourism model to meet the demands of the changing times is key to the tourism development of the Greek islands.

AIA, Fraport Greece Airports Passenger Traffic Hits Low in November

November passenger traffic at a number of Greece’s airports was severely impacted by the ongoing containment measures aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19.

Greece and Germany Agree to Strengthen Cooperation in Tourism

Greece and Germany have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the area of tourism, according to Greek Secretary General for Tourism Policy Vicky Loizou.

YouGov: 3 in 10 Brits do not Plan to Travel Next Year

Three in 10 Brits do not plan to travel at all in the next year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, according to data released by YouGov.

Two Katikies Hotels Among First in the World to Get Health Security ‘Seal of Approval’

Greek hotels Katikies Santorini and Katikies Mykonos are among the first in the world to become Sharecare Health Security Verified with Forbes Travel Guide.

Mideast Travel Receives 5 International Awards in November

Mideast Travel Worldwide in November received five international honors for its excellent services and the high satisfaction of its clients.

IATA: Greece Sets Example in Aviation Support

IATA has identified a measure Greece took to support aviation in Covid-19 times, as a successful example of stimulating passenger growth.

Greek Tourism Minister Tables Safe Travel Proposals at UNWTO Crisis Meet 

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis presented 5 proposals for tourism's recovery, during the UNWTO's 7th Global Tourism Crisis Committee meeting.

Greece’s Tourist Guides Call for Extra Aid Due to Covid-19

Greece’s professional tourist guides are calling on the government to extend financial support through to March 2021.

Elafonisos Records Small Losses in Tourism Arrivals in 2020

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, tourism arrivals to Elafonisos dropped by only 13.7% during July-October 2020, compared to the same period last year.

Europa Nostra: 5 Greek Islands Shortlisted for Most Endangered Program 2021

Five south Aegean islands have been shortlisted for the “7 Most Endangered” program of Europa Nostra and the European Investment Bank Institute for 2021.

Agios Nikolaos Chapel in Athens Reopens after Restoration

The historic round chapel of Agios Nikolaos Thon in Athens has reopened its doors to the public following restoration works.

Santorini’s Selene Restaurant Collaborates with Michelin-starred Chef Botrini

The Selene Restaurant on Santorini has announced a new collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Ettore Botrini.

WTM London Publishes Manifesto for Safer, Smarter and Greener Tourism Industry

WTM London has published a Travel & Tourism Manifesto to guide policy-makers with concrete solutions to present and future challenges.

Greece Comes Closer to Arab World with Joint Tourism Actions

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has proposed joint actions to strengthen connectivity between Greece and the Arab countries.

ITB-IPK Study: Travelers Interested in Travel to Europe Next Year

People appear to be ready to travel mostly in Europe in the new year placing high priority on health standards, according to a new ITB-IPK study.

Athens Traders Body Tables Proposals for Shop Re-opening

The Athens Traders Association has tabled its proposals for the smooth re-opening of shops in the Greek capital, ahead of the holiday season. 

Attica Boosts Bus Services to Deal with Overcrowding

Greek authorities will boost frequency of bus and metro services in Attica, in efforts to address overcrowding and limit the spread of Covid once lockdown is lifted.