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UNWTO Calls Against Blanket Travel Restrictions

Following the emerge of the Omicron variant of Covid-19, the UNWTO is reminding countries that the imposition of blanket restrictions on travel is discriminatory.

Posted On 08 Dec 2021

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Cyprus Airways to Resume Flights to Athens on December 15

Cyprus Airways will resume flights to Athens with three weekly flights on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

Posted On 08 Dec 2021

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Report: Culture Sector Can Become Competitive Advantage for Greece in post-Covid Era

The culture sector could become Greece's competitive advantage and support economic recovery in the post-Covid-19 era, according to a report by the Delphi Economic Forum.

Posted On 07 Dec 2021

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

Greece to Receive Parthenon Frieze Fragment from Italy

A fragment of the Parthenon frieze will be returned to Greece from a museum collection in Italy, under a long-term loan agreement.

Posted On 07 Dec 2021

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UK Tightens Covid-19 Testing Rules for Inbound Travelers

As of December 7 all inbound travelers to the UK will be required to show a negative pre-departure Covid-19 test.

Posted On 06 Dec 2021

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Acropolis to be Accessible to Visually Impaired Visitors as of June 2022

The Acropolis and its monuments will become accessible to visually impaired individuals as of June, according to Culture Minister Lina Mendoni.

Posted On 06 Dec 2021

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Athens Mayor Awards Pope Francis with Gold Medal of Honor

The Municipality of Athens recently honored Pope Francis with the city's Gold Medal of Honor.

Posted On 06 Dec 2021

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Athens has 11 Free Wi-Fi Hotspots for Residents, Visitors

The Municipality of Athens is offering residents and visitors free wireless Internet access in 11 city locations.

Posted On 06 Dec 2021

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Emblems Collection: Accor Introduces New Portfolio of Luxury Hotels

Accor has announced the launch of the Emblems Collection, a unique global portfolio of boutique hotels and luxury resorts.

Posted On 06 Dec 2021

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Study: Senior Tourism is a €13.6bn Opportunity for Greece

If properly developed, senior tourism could contribute 13.6 billion euros to Greece’s economy and generate 173,000 jobs in five years, a study by diaNEOsis says.

Posted On 03 Dec 2021

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Most Accessible Routes in Athens for People With Disabilities Now Online

The Municipality of Athens has launched a new online guide that shows the Greek capital’s most accessible routes for people with disabilities.

Posted On 03 Dec 2021

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Greece Named Best Tourism Destination at US Tested Reader Survey Awards 2021

Greece has been announced Best Tourism Destination for 2021 at the Tested Reader Survey Awards, organized for the 18th year by Global Traveler magazine.

Posted On 03 Dec 2021

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Dior Takes its ‘Cruise 2022’ Collection to More Greek Destinations

Following an impressive fashion show in Athens last summer, Dior has taken its ‘Cruise 2022’ collection to more Greek destinations.

Posted On 02 Dec 2021

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Greece: Hotel Booking Demand to Hit 20-year High in 2022, Says Eurobank

Demand for hotel bookings in Greece is expected to hit a 20-year high in 2022, according to data presented by Eurobank.

Posted On 01 Dec 2021

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

Alexandros Vassilikos Wins Second Term as Hellenic Chamber of Hotels President

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels has reappointed Alexandros Vassilikos as its president for a second term.

Posted On 01 Dec 2021

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Greece Talks Business at IBTM Tourism Expo in Barcelona

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is participating in the IBTM World 2021 MICE tourism exhibition in Barcelona.

Posted On 01 Dec 2021

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Bulgaria Places Greece on ‘Red Zone’ List for Travel

Bulgaria has placed Greece on its list of ‘Red Zone’ countries for travel following a rise of Covid-19 cases in the country.

Posted On 30 Nov 2021

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Greece Aiming to Develop its Mountain Tourism Product

The Greek Tourism Ministry is looking into ways to further develop its mountain tourism product to attract visitors to Greece throughout the year.

Posted On 30 Nov 2021

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Thessaloniki’s History and Culture Come to Life via ‘Artelot’ App

The Thessaloniki Municipality has introduced the city's residents and visitors to an augmented reality app, offering them the opportunity to experience more of the city’s history and culture.

Posted On 29 Nov 2021

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