Covid-19: Greek Health Experts Say ‘Omicron’ Likely to Peak in January

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The fast-spreading Omicron variant of Covid-19 will be short-lived, said infectious diseases expert Gkikas Magiorkinis, forecasting that it may peak in January or in a second less possible scenario last through February. Speaking to Praktoreio 104.8 FM, Magiorkinis said the surge in Covid-19 cases over the last few weeks was raising concerns because many people […]

Greece Mulls Making Covid-19 Vaccination Mandatory for Some Age Groups

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As the year comes to a close and after Greece reported 35,580 new Covid-19 infections on Thursday, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reiterated his call for vaccination while Health Minister Thanos Plevris said making vaccination mandatory for some age groups was on the table. “The effort continues. With science as an ally, we are fighting the […]

Greek Tourism Aims for Sustainability, Reducing Environmental Footprint

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Chalki. Photo © leoks / Shutterstock Greece is committed to developing a sustainable tourism model that will effectively minimize the sector’s environmental footprint and will place biodiversity at the center of its planning, said Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias in a recent interview to cnn.gr. The Greek minister said the industry was set to play a […]

CLIA ‘Disappointed’ After CDC Advises Against Cruise Travel Due to Covid-19

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advised travelers against cruise travel on Thursday, even for those who have been vaccinated, triggering a reaction from the cruise industry. In its latest recommendations, the CDC raised its Covid-19 warning level for cruise travel to the high-risk 4. Commenting on the announcement, the Cruise Lines International […]

Greece Extends Voucher Period for Canceled Trips Due to Covid-19

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Photo source: UNWTO Greek authorities have extended the voucher period for cancelled trips due to Covid-19 to March 31, 2022, in view of ongoing restrictions. The decision, included in new tourism legislation published recently in the Government Gazette, concerns vouchers issued for cancelled trips in 2020 which were not used in 2021. The extension will […]

TUI Chief Sees Reason to Be Positive in 2022

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Friedrich Joussen, the head of one of the world’s largest leisure travel operators TUI said there was good reason to be optimistic in 2022 and that travel demand was focused more on the Mediterranean. “Looking ahead to the 2022 summer season, we are positive,” said Joussen in an interview published on the group’s website. The company’s […]

Covid-19: Greece Supports Jobs, Businesses with New Measures

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Photo: Shutterstock The Greek labor and finance ministries announced six new measures on Thursday aimed at supporting businesses and households affected by a new round of Covid-19 restrictions in view of soaring cases. Among others, the government will restore in January a 534-euro special purpose subsidy for employees in F&B and entertainment (musicians, singers,

Greece Updates Covid-19 Quarantine Guidelines

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Photo source: EODY Greece’s National Public Health Organization (EODY) updated Covid-19 isolation and quarantine guidelines following the announcement of new restrictions which took effect today after a surge in cases this week. The revised advice comes on the back of new Covid-19 isolation and quarantine rules issued by the US Centers for Disease Control and […]

Hotel Occupancy Peaks for New Year’s at Winter Hotspots in Greece

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Hellenic Hoteliers Federation President Grigoris Tasios. Winter destinations in Greece, including popular places like Arachova, Pelion and Ioannina are seeing occupancy levels soar to 85-90 percent for the three-day New Year holiday, according to data released by the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation (POX). POX President Grigoris Tasios said bookings concern domestic travelers

Greece Sets Targets to Achieve Responsible Tourism

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The Greek Tourism Ministry is setting the groundwork for a new tourism model that will establish the country as a leading responsible destination. “The tourism ministry together with stakeholders is launching a strategy for a sustainable model in tourism. To achieve this it is necessary to invest in research by utilizing new financial tools and […]