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Covid-19 Vaccination Tops Tourism Minister’s Crete Agenda

The importance of boosting vaccinations in Heraklion, the capital of Crete, was discussed between Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and the city's mayor, Vassilis Lambrinos.

Posted On 22 Jul 2021

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DRV Managing Director Dirk Inger and GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Frangakis.

German DRV 2021 Conference in Greece a ‘Vote of Confidence’

German travel and tourism stakeholders will be meeting in Greece on October 28-31 for their annual conference demonstrating their confidence in the country.

Posted On 22 Jul 2021

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British Holidaymakers Snap Up Tickets to Greece

Tickets to Greece are selling out fast to British travelers with sales exceeding pre-pandemic levels, according to travel analytics firm ForwardKeys.

Posted On 21 Jul 2021

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Navagio beach, Zakynthos island. Photo Source: Municipality of Zakynthos (archive photo)

Greece Takes Action to Reopen Zakynthos’ Famed Shipwreck Beach

A bill open for public consultation is expected to pave the way for the popular Navagio Beach on Zakynthos to reopen to the public.

Posted On 21 Jul 2021

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UK ‘Freedom Day’ Creates Hope for Greek Tourism Stakeholders

Fully vaccinated British travelers will no longer have to quarantine following their trip to Greece, after the British government lifted all Covid-19 lockdown measures on July 19.

Posted On 20 Jul 2021

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Covid-19: Greece to Increase Quarantine Hotels, Ship Isolation Cabins

Greek authorities have decided to increase the number of Covid-19 quarantine hotels and ship isolation cabins to address the rise of cases in Greece.

Posted On 20 Jul 2021

, By Maria Paravantes

Greece Welcomes More than 2.3 Million Visitors So Far

Greece is recovering lost ground due to Covid-19, attracting approximately 2.3 million travelers in the last few months, according to Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

Posted On 19 Jul 2021

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Greek Experts Warn of More Mykonos-style Measures for Other Islands

Greek health experts are warning that Covid-19 measures like those imposed on Mykonos over the weekend may be ordered for other Greek islands.

Posted On 19 Jul 2021

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek Vaccination Incentive ‘Freedom Pass’ Opens this Week

Greece’s “Freedom Pass” program offering 18- to 25-year-olds who get vaccinated against Covid-19 a pre-paid card worth 150 euros, goes into effect this week.

Posted On 19 Jul 2021

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Greeks Put Vacation Plans on Pause Due to Covid-19

Covid-19 and the faster-spreading Delta variant has put the holiday plans of Greeks on hold with one in two opting to stay home, according to a nationwide study.

Posted On 19 Jul 2021

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Hellenic Seaways: New Schedules for High-speed Vessels to the Greek Islands

The Attica Group has announced new itineraries of Hellenic Seaways' high-speed vessels "Highspeed 4", "Hellenic Highspeed" and "Flying Cat 3".

Posted On 19 Jul 2021

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Greece Launches Covid Free Badges at Restaurants, Bars

Restaurants and bars in Greece are now required to display one of three badges for customers to recognize establishments implementing Covid-19 health protocols and safety practices.

Posted On 16 Jul 2021

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Athens Municipality and GNTO Team Up to Promote Greek Capital as Leading Destination

The Athens Municipality and the GNTO are joining forces to promote the Greek capital as a leading international tourism destination.

Posted On 16 Jul 2021

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Flight Activity at Athens Airport Picks Up Pace

Athens International Airport has recovered 77% of total 2019 traffic so far and is up by 74% or 273 flights against last year, according to Eurocontrol.

Posted On 16 Jul 2021

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Greece to Allow Vaccinated-only In-person Exhibitions in Autumn

Ιn-person events and exhibitions in Greece will be allowed as of September 1, but only for participants vaccinated against Covid-19.

Posted On 15 Jul 2021

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Authorities Mull New Measures as Covid-19 Hits Greek Islands

Greek authorities are examining a new round of measures to address a surge in positive Covid-19 cases on the islands due to the spread of the Delta variant.

Posted On 15 Jul 2021

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Infrastructure, Connectivity Key to Keeping Cruise Companies in Greece

Greece is taking steps to accelerate port infrastructure upgrades and ensure stronger air connectivity in order to handle more cruise ships and passengers in the future, according to Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

Posted On 15 Jul 2021

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek Tourism Enterprises Stand to Gain from EU Recovery Funds in Three Ways

Greek tourism and the hospitality sector in particular stand to gain from support allocated to Greece as part of the EU’s Recovery Fund.

Posted On 14 Jul 2021

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Hotels: ‘Last-second’ Bookings to Make or Break Greek Tourist Season

Greek hoteliers are betting on late July and August tourist flows to stimulate the market hoping that vaccinations proceed and the Covid-19 pandemic subsides.

Posted On 14 Jul 2021

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