Study: Greek Tourism Sees Severe Losses in the ‘New Normal’

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Tourism is among the sectors mostly affected by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, with revenue loss expected to exceed 80 percent in Greece for 2020, compared to last year, and severely affect employment. According to a study by Ira Media, titled “The new normal –Short- & Long-term Effects”, Greece’s tourism revenues will reach 3.5 billion euros […]

New Video Shows Unique Features of Agios Nikolaos, Crete

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A new video launched recently by the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos on Crete, reveals the city’s unique features and the experiences that visitors can live in just one day. Titled, “The city”, the 90-second spot presents the cosmopolitan character of Agios Nikolaos and highlights some of the activities that offer visitors the chance to […]

New Celestyal Experience Ship to Debut March 2021

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Celestyal Cruises, as of March 6, 2021, will set sail for the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean with its “Experience” ship, the newest addition to its fleet. The ship’s sailings will begin with the seven-night “Three Continents” itinerary calling on Greece (Athens and Rhodes), Turkey (Kusadasi), Israel (Ashdod), Egypt (Port Said) and Cyprus (Limassol). […]

CoronaPass: Ticketseller Facilitates Covid-19 Testing for Customers to Ensure Safe Travel

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Τicketseller, a Greek online travel research and booking site, has joined forces with medical care provider CrossBorderMedCare to offer its customers special services for travel during coronavirus (Covid-19) times. Under the agreement, Ticketseller’s customers can apply for molecular testing (PCR Test) and antibody testing before travel. If their results are negative,

Ministry’s Tourist Guide Schools Attract 2,880 Applications

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Athens, Greece. Photo © Y. Skoulas. Source: Visit Greece Greece’s five tourist guide schools this year have accepted a total of 2,880 applications, which shows the increasing demand for tourism education in the country, the Greek Tourism Ministry said in an announcement on Tuesday. The schools are located in Athens and Thessaloniki, as well as […]

Greek Travel Agency Promotes Experiences of Ancient Greece

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Ancient Greek Experience, an Athens-based travel agency focused on promoting the civilization of ancient Greece, is planning to launch new tours and experiences for travelers that wish to learn more about the country’s history and culture. The travel agency started its operation almost a year ago with the aim to introduce international travelers to Greece’s […]

Greece Presented to US Travel Agents at ASTA’s Virtual Event

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Greece’s tourism offerings were presented to US travel agents during the annual global convention of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA). The event was originally scheduled to take place in Washington but, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it was transformed into a virtual event and held under the name ASTA Global Live (AGL) during August […]

TUI First to Start Cruises in Greece

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TUI Cruises has become the first company to offer itineraries in Greece, after successfully restarting cruise travel from German ports. The seven-day itineraries for passengers from German-speaking countries, start from Heraklion, Crete, and include stops at the ports of Piraeus and Corfu with the company’s Mein Schiff 6 cruise ship. TUI’s first route in Greece […]

World Travel Awards 2020: Vote for Metaxa Hospitality Group!

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The Metaxa Hospitality Group has been nominated at the World Travel Awards 2020 for being among the finest brands of the hospitality industry in Europe and in Greece. The group’s Creta Maris Beach Resort this year is nominated in three categories, including Greece’s Leading Family Resort, while the Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa will […]

Crete’s Elounda Peninsula Hotel Sees Increase in August Turnover Despite Covid-19

By admin 9 Σεπτεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel, Crete The Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel, located on Crete, in August saw its turnover rise compared to the same month in 2019, despite the Covid-19 health crisis. The five-star hotel of the Spyros Kokotos family, opened its doors in late June to welcome its guests to the area of […]