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OECD Revises Covid-19 Outlook for Greece

OECD revised its previous forecast for Greece, regarding the impact of Covid-19, estimating that the country’s economy will contract at a smaller rate this year compared to the eurozone average.

Air Travel: Consumers Still Wary About Flying but Industry Experts Positive

Industry experts may be confident about the resumption of travel after the Covid-19 pandemic, but travelers appear to be fearful of getting on planes.

Aria Hotels Opens its Doors for the Greek Summer Season

Aria Hotels has opened its properties on mainland Greece and the islands for the 2020 summer season.

Celestyal Named Exclusive Cruise Partner of ‘The Hellenic Initiative’

Celestyal Cruises has been announced corporate ambassador and exclusive cruise partner of The Hellenic Initiative, an international non-profit organization.

Health Experts say Greece Prepared for Tourism in Covid-19 Times

Greece is well prepared to address possible Covid-19 incidents but should increase testing on passengers from flights originating in high risk territories, say health experts.

Greek Hoteliers Want Health Protocol Clarifications

Greek hoteliers are requesting that the Tourism Ministry clarifies the details involving the mandatory implementation of health protocols, citing the high cost involved.

Mastercard Offers Technology Knowhow for the Restart of Greek Tourism

Mastercard is offering its technology knowhow for the development of new tools that will support Greece's efforts to restart its tourism sector.

Crete Invites Travelers to Enjoy Authentic Experiences this Summer

The Region of Crete has launched a new tourism campaign inviting travelers to enjoy the authentic experiences the island is offering this summer.

Flegra Collection Gradually Opens its Hotels in Halkidiki

The Flegra Collection Hospitality group has announced the gradual reopening of its hotels in Halkidiki, which are all in line with Covid-19 health protocols.

Kenshō Psarou on Mykonos: Opening on July 2

The five-star Kenshō Psarou resort on Mykonos is ready to open its doors and welcome its guests as of July 2.

Vigla Hotel on Amorgos Puts Safety First for Guests

The Vigla Hotel on Amorgos has undertaken all the necessary health and safety measures to open its doors on July 1 and welcome its guests.

Destination Branding of Heraklion Applauded at Tourism Awards 2020

The new destination branding identity of the city of Heraklion on the island of Crete won a silver distinction at the Tourism Awards 2020.

Athens City Walk Project Fine-tuned to Drivers’ Needs

Municipal authorities in Athens are looking into ways to facilitate commuting to the city center during a period of re-routing and road works to create a 6.8km city walk.

‘Athens is Back’ Initiative to Revive City’s Market

The Athens Municipality and the city’s traders union have launched the “Athens is Back” initiative, which offers businesses and cultural bodies the chance to promote their discounts and products.

Makedonia Airport Welcomes Passengers with Thessaloniki’s Tourism Logo

The staff of Makedonia Airport are welcoming international passengers to Thessaloniki with the tourism logo of the Greek northern city on their face masks.

Acropolis Museum Turns 11 on June 20

The Acropolis Museum in Athens turns 11-years-old on Saturday, June 20, and will celebrate with reduced entry to all exhibition areas.

Dolce Attica Riviera to Open on July 1 Fully Renovated

The Dolce Attica Riviera hotel, located east of Athens, will open its doors on July 1, fully renovated, to welcome guests for the summer season.

Caldera Yachting Wins Gold and Silver Honors at Tourism Awards 2020

Caldera Yachting won two honors at the Tourism Awards 2020, which recognized the sector's best practices and most innovative initiatives launched by Greece’s enterprises.

Seasonal Hotels in Greece Open as Flights Resume

Seasonal hotels in Greece have opened their doors, as international flights to Athens and Thessaloniki restarted following the Covid-19 outbreak.

Greek Shop Owners in Tourist Areas Need Business Boost, Says Traders Body

Greek shop owners, operating businesses in tourist areas, are calling on the government to introduce financial support measures in the post-Covid-19 era.