Greece Pushes Vaccination as Covid-19 Infections Rise Again

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Photo source: European Union, Photographer: Claudio Centonze Greek authorities are pushing for more vaccinations without ruling out measures after a sudden increase in Covid-19 cases and the emergence of the Delta variant in various parts of the country. “Over the last few days, the downward trend of cases observed in recent weeks has been halted. […]

PM: Greece to Set Up Mobile Vaccination Units at Tourism Spots

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Epidemiologist Sotiris Tsiodras and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during Monday’s meeting at the Maximos Mansion in Athens. Photo source: @PrimeMinisterGR The emergence of the Delta variant has forced Greek authorities to take immediate action with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announcing on Monday that mobile units would be set up at tourist destinations

European Commission Approves €39.7 Million Italian Aid to Alitalia

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The European Commission has announced that an Italian aid measure of 39.7 million euros to support Alitalia is in line with EU state aid rules. This measure aims at compensating the airline for the damages suffered on certain routes due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak during the period between 1 March and 30 April 2021. […]

UNWTO: Vaccines, Digital Solutions to Give Travel a Boost

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Photo source: UNWTO The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is forecasting that Covid-19 vaccination campaigns and the integration of digital solutions for safe travel will help ease restrictions allowing for more international mobility in the weeks and months ahead. According to the United Nations’ Travel Restrictions Report, destinations with higher vaccination rates and

Greece will No Longer Accept Negative Self-test Results for Island Air Travel

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The Greek authorities have changed and extended the rules that all passengers must follow to travel from the mainland to the islands on domestic flights. According to an updated aviation directive (NOTAM) of the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA), negative self-test results for Covid-19, as of Monday, July 5, will no longer be accepted as […]

Greece Opens to More non-EU Tourists, Extends Travel Rules

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Photo source: Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) Greece is easing Covid-19 travel restrictions on more non-EU visitors, the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) said on Friday. According to the HCAA’s revised aviation directive (NOTAM), six non-EU destinations have been added to the list of countries and territories whose citizens are eligible to enter Greece –

‘Tourism can be the Doctor of Greek Economy’ this Year, Says Minister

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Targeted and efficient use of EU recovery funds are key to restoring tourism to Greece post-Covid-19, which will in turn bolster the economy, said Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis at a Delphi Forum tribute event this week. Participating in a panel discussion on “recovery and resilience and management of Recovery Fund resources”, Theoharis said tourism can […]

Region Aims to Make Attica the Perfect Year-round Destination

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Attica can be the perfect 12-month destination thanks to its diverse array of experiences and options and its “cosmopolitan charm”, said Attica Region Governor George Patoulis this week presenting a safe tourism plan during a dinner event for 18 ambassadors. Patoulis referred to the region’s action plan and initiatives aimed at ensuring, firstly, that Attica […]

Greece Updates Rules for Ferry Travel from the Mainland to the Islands

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Photo: Shutterstock Negative self-test results for Covid-19, as of Monday, July 5, will no longer be accepted as a document for adults to board a ferry to travel to the Greek islands from the mainland, the Greek authorities announced on Thursday. Speaking during a Covid-19 media briefing, Greek Civil Protection Deputy Minister Nikos Hardalias announced […]

BoG: Tourism Uncertainty May Slow Greek Economy Rebound

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The Greek economy is showing signs of recovery but uncertainty due to emerging Covid-19 virus mutations and their potential impact on tourism pose a risk, said the Bank of Greece (BoG) in its report released this week. More specifically, in its Monetary Policy Report 2020-2021, the BoG forecasts economic growth at 4.2 percent this year […]