The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has announced the extention of travel restrictions for international flights landing in Greece until 6am, on Thursday, July 15. HCAA’s aviation directive (NOTAM) was issued as part of the Greek government’s efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic in the country. Who is allowed entry to Greece […]
View from Mrs Theano Metaxas’ home In a traditional 1968 home in Asfentami at the Lasithi Plateau on Crete, overlooking Heraklion, a group of media representatives were treated to genuine Cretan hospitality: delectable sweets, homemade food straight from the farm, shots of local spirit raki, and homegrown fine wines to the accompaniment of traditional mantinades […]
The Greek economy is expected to expand by 4.3 percent this year and 6 percent in 2022, according to the European Commission’s Summer 2021 Economic Forecast released on Wednesday. In its 2021 interim report, the Commission revised upward its outlook for Greece compared to May, when it forecast 4 percent growth in 2021 and the […]
The majority of Greek hoteliers expect the impact of the Covid-19 health crisis to last, according to a nationwide study conducted by the Ionian University’s Tourism Department. More specifically, according to the study titled “Response of Greek Hotel Units to the New Conditions of the Covid-19 Pandemic”, 84.4 percent of those polled said they believe […]
Photo source: Athens Chamber of Tradesmen Starting Thursday, F&B business owners will face stiff penalties if standing customers are found at their establishments after Greek authorities announced a seated-only rule due to a Covid-19 infection rebound. The regulation, announced by Deputy Civil Protection Minister Nikos Hardalias on Tuesday after Covid-19 cases soared
Photo source: @Ministry of Tourism Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis inaugurated this week a new marina in the small town of Benitses on the island of Corfu. The Benitses marina will cater to the berthing needs of 86 sea craft as well as 10 professional fishing boats. Speaking during the event, Theoharis referred to the added […]
archive photo In view of rising Covid-19 cases and the emergence of the Delta variant in the country, the shipping ministry announced that it would be carrying out inspections on board ferries and at ports across the country throughout the summer. Shipping Minister Yiannis Plakiotakis said an action plan was being drawn up together with […]
Photo source: WTTC Economic Trends Report 2021 The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) annual Economic Trends Report, released earlier this week, reveals the “dramatic impact” of Covid-19 on travel and tourism around the world. According to the latest data, Asia Pacific was the region hit hardest by the pandemic, followed by Europe. More specifically, […]
Photo source: @Heathrow Airport British travelers will be able to visit Greece without facing 10-day quarantine on return after UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday that he would be easing measures at home. According to Britain’s latest plan, final details of which are expected to be announced on July 12, restriction-free travel abroad […]
Impressive drone photo from Pylos – Photo by Stelios Bounas The Greek Maritime Week, a multi-thematic event centered around the 13th conference of the European Maritime Heritage (EMH), has been postponed for 2022. Organized by Proteas Panhellenic Association and the Hellenic Maritime Heritage (Argos C.N.P.C), the event was initially scheduled to take place in Pylos […]


















