Covid-19 Restrictions Imposed on Zakynthos, Lesvos

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Zakynthos island, Greece Greek health authorities on Friday announced emergency restrictions for the islands of Zakynthos and Lesvos, following a surge in coronavirus cases. According to Deputy Civil Protection Minister Nikos Hardalias, the localized restriction measures will be in place for two weeks starting from 6am on Saturday (August 29), and include: – Closure of

Seajets’ New Power Jet Vessel Connects Crete with Cyclades Islands

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Seajets recently launched a new itinerary connecting Crete with the Cyclades islands, that is conducted by its new highspeed Power Jet vessel. Launched on August 11, the new route connects Heraklion on Crete, with Santorini, Naxos, Mykonos and Paros with daily itineraries. “This has been a very difficult year for the whole world, due to […]

Thessaloniki Chamber Urges Relief Measures for TIF Organizer

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Photo Source: @TIF-Helexpo Thessaloniki’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) is calling on the government to implement support measures to cover the losses incurred following the cancelation earlier this month, of the country’s largest and most influential fair – the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) due to Covid-19. TCCI

Metaxa Group’s Hotels Receive Safety and Quality Certifications

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Creta Maris Beach Resort The hotels of the Metaxa Hospitality Group have been certified by leading international organizations for the safety standards and quality services offered to their guests. According to an announcement, the five-star Creta Maris Beach Resort, located in Heraklion, Crete, and the Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa on Santorini, were […]

Crowne Plaza Athens Hotel Puts Safety First for Guests

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The Crowne Plaza Athens City Center hotel, is ready to reopen and welcome its guests to the Greek capital as of September 1. The hotel puts the health of its visitors and staff first and has implemented new hygiene procedures against COVID-19, beyond its standard protocols, including the health guidelines announced by the Greek government. Furthermore, […]

Ethiopian Airlines Expands its Global Hub at Addis Ababa Int’l Airport

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Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, has successfully completed a new passenger terminal at its hub in Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Putting emphasis on bio security and bio safety measures, the new terminal features a check-in hall with 60 check-in counters, 30 self-check-in kiosks, 10 self-bag drop/SBD/ facilities, 16 immigration counters

Amalia Hotel Athens Ready to Reopen on August 28

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Amalia Hotel Athens The Amalia Hotel Athens, located in the heart of the Greek capital, has announced that it will reopen its doors on August 28. The hotel remained closed for several months due to the COVID-19 health crisis. Located next to central Syntagma Square and opposite Athens’ National Gardens and the Hellenic Parliament, the […]

Greece to Allow More Israeli Tourists

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The Greek government has agreed to double the number of Israeli tourists allowed to visit the country from 600 to 1,200 per week as of September 1. “The Israeli embassy in Athens, headed by Ambassador Yossi Amrani, has managed to update the existing outline in a manner that allows the doubling of Israeli tourists to […]

Greece – Cyprus Ferry Link Expected to Launch by Summer 2021

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A passenger ferry service between mainland Greece and Cyprus may be ready to launch by the summer of 2021, Cypriot Deputy Shipping Minister Vassilios Demetriades said on Wednesday. Speaking on Sigma TV, Demetriades said that the first itineraries could be conducted in the beginning of the 2021 summer season, if the extraordinary circumstances caused by […]

Athens Hotels 7-month Occupancy Down by 49.2% Due to Covid-19

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Athens, Greece The Greek capital’s hospitality sector suffered a major blow due to the coronavirus pandemic in the first seven months of the year marking a 49.2 percent decline in occupancy, according to data released on Thursday by the Athens – Attica & Argosaronic Hotel Association. More specifically, according to the study conducted by GBR Consulting,