Minister Sees Strong Demand for Travel to Greece from the United States

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Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis recently wrapped up a week-long visit to the United States, which included a trip to Mexico, concluding a series of meetings with leading players in the global tourism market. From the US to Mexico, the minister strengthened Greece’s position as a safe tourism destination and received confirmation that demand for […]

Greece Confirms 5 Nonstop Routes Between Athens and the United States

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Photo source: AIA Athens this year will welcome direct flights from New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Newark and Washington DC, the Greek Tourism Ministry confirmed on Friday. The new flight from Washington to Athens was recently announced by United Airlines. Following discussions with representatives of US-based carriers American Airlines and United Airlines, Greek Tourism

Greek Hoteliers Request Covid-19 PCR Tests for Child Passengers Over 12

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As part of precautionary measures that will ensure the safe stay of all visitors as well as make travel affordable, the Hellenic Federation of Hoteliers (POX) is requesting that the government reinstate its Covid-19 PCR testing requirement for children aged 12 and above. The request came following the latest Covid-19 aviation directive which states that […]

WTTC: Greece is the Global Covid-19 Crisis Management Champion

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Photo source: WTTC Greece was awarded for its efforts in addressing the Covid-19 pandemic and safely re-opening to tourists by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) this week. Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis accepted the Global Champion Award for Covid-19 Crisis Management during a special ceremony on the sidelines of the WTTC’s annual global […]

Greece to Channel €310m in Recovery Funds into Tourism Upgrade

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Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis. Photo source: htheoharis.gr Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis announced that a total of 310 million euros in Recovery Funds will be channeled into sustainable tourism development, diversified products, and boosting competitiveness. The resources will contribute to the sector’s speedy recovery in the aftermath of Covid-19.

Delta Air Lines: New Atlanta Service, More New York Flights to Athens, Greece

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Photo source: Delta AIr Lines US carrier Delta Air Lines on Friday announced that it is resuming service to Athens, Greece, with three direct daily flights. The airline will connect Athens International Airport (AIA) with two daily flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and one from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Athens’ […]

Greek Minister Goes to the United States ahead of Tourism Reopening

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Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis will be in the United States and Mexico over the next few days as part of an awareness-raising effort ahead of Greece’s official opening to tourists in May. According to a ministry announcement, Theoharis is going to the US to guarantee that Greek tourism will open in May with absolute […]

Delphi Economic Forum to Host 800 Speakers from 42 Countries in May

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The 6th Delphi Economic Forum will take place during May 10-15 in hybrid form with the participation of 800 speakers from 42 countries. The annual event is usually held in the town of Delphi in Central Greece, but due to the coronavirus pandemic, this year, it will take place both as a digital and physical […]

Cruise, Yachting, Diving Top Greece Regional Tourism Meeting

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Cruise travel, yachting, and diving topped the agenda of the 1st Inter-Regional Forum held this week which focused on the development of marine tourism. Regional authorities from the Macedonia and Thrace region and mainland Greece, participated in the event organized by Greece’s Regional Tourism Council. “Our goal is to formulate a comprehensive action plan for […]

Greece’s Step-by-step Tourism Opening Plan Aims to Recover Lost Ground

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Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis. Balance, safety, and respect of travelers’ needs are the focus of the Greek Tourism Ministry’s progressive plan to open to tourists on May 14 in the aftermath of Covid-19, said Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis speaking in parliament this week. Theoharis called for a united stance and invited all political rivals […]