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Greece and WHO Discuss Health and Wellness Tourism Cooperation

The World Health Organization (WHO) pledged to support Greece’s actions to further develop health and wellness tourism.

WHO: Covid-19 is No Longer a Global Health Emergency

Covid-19 is now an established and ongoing health issue which no longer constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

WHO Calls for Travelers to Wear Masks on Long-haul Flights as New Covid-19 Variant Emerges

The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging governments to re-instate mask-wearing rules on long-haul flights and in high-risk situations.

Drink-free Holidays: Greece One of the Most Popular Destinations for Teetotal Travelers

Greece is among the world’s top 10 most popular destinations for a booze-free trip, according to a survey by tour operator Kuoni.

WHO Sees Limited Impact in Europe of China Covid-19 Surge

The World Health Organization (WHO) does not expect the surge in Covid-19 cases in China to affect Europe.

Greece to Require Passengers from China to Take Preflight Covid Test

Greece will require passengers from China to take preflight Covid test and wear masks on board flights.  

EU States Agree to Pre-Departure Covid-19 Testing for China Travelers

The EU has agreed to introduce pre-departure Covid-19 testing on all arrivals from China, following a surge of the pandemic in the Asian country.

Greece May Consider Measures as Travel Begins from China

Greece may consider Covid measures for travelers from China if situation becomes critical, according to Greek Health Minister Thanos Plevris.

Countries Reimpose Covid Rules for Travelers from China

Countries around the world have reimposed or are considering of reintroducing curbs on travelers from China, following a recent Covid-19 surge there.

ICAO and WHO Strengthen Public Health Emergency Partnership for International Travel

ICAO and WHO have heightened their public health emergency partnership for international travel, both in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic and other potential emergencies.

ONOMA Hotel Launches Awareness Campaign for HIV/AIDS

The ONOMA Hotel in Thessaloniki has launched a campaign to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS on the occasion of World AIDS Day, December 1.

UNWTO – WHO: Covid-19 Travel Measures Should Be Based on Risk Assessment

UNWTO and WHO are calling for the lifting of travel bans, agreeing that blanket restrictions should be replaced with risk -based, evidence- informed policies.

Covid Recovery Certificates in Greece to Expire in 3 Months

Greece has shortened the validity period of the Covid-19 recovery certificate from the initial six months to three months.

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.

Covid-19: Global Travel Industry Says ‘Keep Borders Open’

The world’s travel and tourism industry is calling on governments to keep borders open and facilitate travel with vigilance.

WHO Advises Unvaccinated Over-60 Travelers to Stay Home

The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging unvaccinated individuals aged 60 or over to avoid travel to “areas with community transmission” due to the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.

Covid-19: IATA Calls on States to Follow WHO Guidance on Cross-border Travel

IATA is calling for states to follow new World Health Organization (WHO) guidance on travel that recommends a “risk-based approach” to implementing measures related to Covid-19 and international travel.

Airlines Urge Countries to Apply WHO Covid-19 Travel Management Proposals

The global airlines industry is calling on governments to comply with Covid-19 recommendations on international travel from the World Health Organization (WHO).

Greece Seeking Ways to Re-open Retail Amid Covid-19 Fatigue

Greece's committee of health experts will convene on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of easing Covid-19 measures and re-opening retail.

EU and WHO Aiming for Universal Recognition of Health Certificates

The EU and the WHO are working to achieve the universal recognition of digital green certificates that will facilitate travel in the post-Covid-19 era.