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Greece and China Declare 2021 ‘Year of Culture and Tourism’

Greece and China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly celebrate 2021 as the Year of Culture and Tourism.

Survey: Solo Travelers Undaunted by Coronavirus

Amidst a backdrop of Covid-fueled travel restrictions, solo travelers are forging ahead with plans to travel more often, according to a survey.

Lufthansa Group First to Implement Star Alliance Biometrics

Lufthansa Group will be first to implement Star Alliance Biometrics and usher in a touchless customer experience at airports.

Sabre Appoints Pantelis Kostantaras as Country Manager for Greece and Cyprus

Sabre has appointed Pantelis Kostantaras as Country Manager for the merged markets of Greece and Cyprus.

Athens Backs Businesses with €1m in Support Actions

In efforts to keep businesses hit by the Covid-19 pandemic afloat, the Municipality of Athens has announced the first round of support actions worth 1 million euros.

EU Leaders Reiterate Pledge to Work Together on Covid-19 Actions

EU leaders have agreed that lifting Covid-19 restrictions should be gradual and also explored ways to develop a unified approach for the use of rapid antigen tests.

Greek Hotels Chief: Covid-19 to Accelerate Tourism’s Digital Transformation

The Covid-19 pandemic is expected to accelerate the digital transformation of Greek tourism enterprises in the years to come, says Hellenic Chamber of Hotels President Alexandros Vassilikos.

Olympia Golden Beach Resort & Spa Receives Travelife Gold Award

The Olympia Golden Beach Resort & Spa in the Peloponnese has received the Travelife Gold Award for its sustainable tourism practices.

Athens Virtual Marathon Event Gets Extension Due to High Demand

The ongoing Athens Virtual Marathon event has been extended due to the increasing interest of runners from all over the world.

Arabian Travel Market 2021 to Run Live Event in Dubai

The 2021 edition of the Arabian Travel Market will take place live at the Dubai World Trade Centre during May 16-19.

Greece’s Airbnbs Rival Hotel Room Capacity, Says Study

Airbnbs in Greece have now rivalled their hotel counterparts in terms of bed capacity, according to a study released by INSETE.

Greece Announces Covid-19 Vaccination Plan

Free Covid-19 vaccination will be possible at 1,018 points across Greece, once the first effective drugs are made available, according to Health Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Lonely Planet Names Greece ‘Best Sustainable Food Destination’ for 2021

Lonely Planet has given Greece the title of the world’s most sustainable food destination for 2021.

Villa NUPADI: Aria Hotels Expands its Portfolio in Kardamyli

Aria Hotels has added Villa NUPADI to its collection of properties in the area of Kardamyli in the Peloponnese.

Qatar Airways Launches Exclusive Program for Students Worldwide

Qatar Airways has launched a global program for students, offering exclusive benefits that will support them throughout their educational journey.

European Tourism Federations Urge EU-wide ‘Covid-normal’ Health Code

The tourism federations of the private sectors of Germany, Greece, Italy and Norway are urging the European Commission to establish a unified health and safety protocol for travel.

Greece and Saudi Arabia Agree to Deepen Ties Through Tourism

The Greek tourism minister and his Saudi Arabia counterpart discussed strengthening ties through tourism and investments as well as ways to address the Covid-19 crisis.

Greece to Open Schools, Shops First After Lockdown 2

Schools, shops and restaurants are the areas which will resume activity in Greece in the first week of December, according to Government Spokesman Stelios Petsas.

Greek Hoteliers Want Tax Exemption on Uncollected Thomas Cook Payments

Greek hoteliers are requesting they be exempt from paying taxes on invoice amounts still owed by Thomas Cook, which declared bankruptcy in 2019.

Alonissos Among National Geographic’s 8 Best Sustainable Destinations for 2021

The National Geographic has included the Greek island of Alonissos on its list of the Top 8 Sustainable Destinations in the World for 2021.