Crete has joined the #GreecefromHome initiative with the launch of a new video and a website, which feature the special moments and unforgettable experiences the region can offer visitors. #GreecefromHome is an online tourism platform developed by the Greek Tourism Ministry, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), Marketing Greece and Google,
Dear friends, In this extraordinary situation, our thoughts are with everyone affected across the world and we are full of gratitude for all those who are working tirelessly to help us overcome this challenge. For all of us at Costa Navarino, the health and safety of our associates, our guests and everyone at the surrounding […]
Op-Ed by Sommet Education CIO Eric Wyttynck Distance education is a method which has been used since the 1840s. At first, it involved correspondences via post and today it has evolved to online learning. With the computer revolution in the 20th century, e-learning has almost emerged as a new way to education and personal growth. […]
The Greek island of Kos, the birthplace of Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, has dedicated a short video to Greece’s frontline health professionals that are managing the coronavirus health crisis. “Doctors, medical staff, students and healthcare professionals, even retired doctors, are fighting a battle throughout the globe, with self-denial and bravery, in order to
Photo Source: Lufthansa Group Lufthansa has announced the extension of its repatriation flight schedule until May 31 and the addition of new destinations, including Athens, Greece, to its program. Originally, the already greatly reduced flight schedule was valid until May 17, but the airline group decided to extend it due to the continuing COVID-19 national […]
The archaeological site of Akrotiri on Santorini. Photo: GTP Greece’s archaeological sites, closed for two months as part of coronavirus (Covid-19) containment measures, are scheduled to reopen to the public with new visitor rules on May 18, said Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni this week. Mendoni’s announcement came after Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos
Greek health authorities are urging the country’s residents to wear a mask at all times particularly in public spaces where contact with others is inevitable in efforts to keep the spread of Covid-19 in check. The national health committee has recommended the mandatory use of masks in public transport and crowded public spaces such as […]
Health regulations to be implemented at hotels and tourism-related facilities across Greece in efforts to welcome travelers in the aftermath of the Covid-19 health crisis, are set to be announced in the upcoming period, Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis told Bloomberg on Tuesday. Theoharis said the ministry was taking actions so that travelers will be […]
Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis Making travelers to Greece feel safe and secure, after the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic subsides, is of vital importance, Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said on BBC Radio on Wednesday, speaking about the country’s strategy to open its doors to tourists. Theoharis said that Greek government authorities together with experts
Europe’s travel agents and tour operators are calling for concrete actions including provisionally changing the EU’s Package Travel Directive so that the tourism value chain can continue after coronavirus (Covid-19) restrictions are lifted to operate. The European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association (ECTAA) is stressing that only through coordinated actions


















