Cyprus to Welcome Vaccinated Brits in May

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Larnaca Airport, Photo Source: Hermes Airports British travelers who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 can visit Cyprus as of May 1, the Cypriot government announced this week on the back of a similar agreement it has inked with Israel allowing Israeli tourists to enter on April 1. The government said on Thursday that it had […]

How to Get a Temporary AMKA Number in Greece for Vaccination

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Source: amka.gr In efforts to ensure that everyone living in Greece is vaccinated against Covid-19, Greek health authorities recently announced that they would be issuing a temporary AMKA number to all foreigners and uninsured individuals. Participation in the current Covid-19 vaccination procedure requires an 11-digit social security number (AMKA). Individuals who do not

ETC Releases 7-step Guide for Sustainable Tourism Development

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The European Travel Commission (ETC), representing 32 national tourism organisations in Europe, has published a seven-step guide for the sustainable tourism development of European destinations. The “Sustainable Tourism Implementation: Framework and Toolkit” handbook by the ETC is aimed to be the ultimate roadmap for European destinations on how to tackle every step on a

Greek Hoteliers Discuss Summer Hospitality Operations

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The seamless operation of hotels in the upcoming summer period, the possibility of providing Covid-19 rapid tests on the premises, and financial support for the sector topped the agenda of a digital meeting between hotelier association presidents from across the country this week. Organized by the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation (POX), the event included the participation

Greece to Welcome Brits this Summer ‘With or Without’ a ‘Vaccine Passport’

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Photo source: Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis invited British travelers to pack their bags and visit Greece quarantine-free this summer once non-essential travel is restored and EU borders re-open. In his second interview to ITV News, Theoharis clarified again that all travelers are welcome to Greece this summer as long […]

Eurobank Event Looks Ahead to Next Day for Greek Tourism

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The prospects for tourism recovery in Greece and Cyprus and the challenges the industry will face in a new environment after the Covid-19 pandemic, topped the agenda of a web panel discussion organized by Eurobank this week. Titled “Latest Insights & Global Trends in Tourism – Focus on Greece & Cyprus”, the event attracted the […]

Greece to Set Up 1st UNWTO Mediterranean Coastal & Maritime Tourism Observatory

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The first Mediterranean Coastal and Maritime Tourism Observatory of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) will be set up in Greece, the country’s deputy tourism minister, Sofia Zacharaki, announced on Tuesday. The observatory’s mission will be to support the sustainable development of coastal and maritime tourism in the Mediterranean region. According to Zacharaki, the

Hotels Chamber Launches #filoxeniaMoU Greek Hospitality Action

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The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels (HCH) has announced the launch of a month-long initiative dedicated to the importance of hospitality in restoring the tourism industry in the aftermath of the Covid-19. Titled #filoxeniaMoU, which means “My Hospitality”, the initiative will run through March and will focus on three key areas: dialogue with stakeholders on the […]

Greek Hoteliers Want Rapid Testing for Staff and Guests

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Hoteliers in Greece are proposing on-the-spot rapid testing to be conducted on employees and guests in efforts to ensure that the possibility of Covid-19 spread is under control. In a letter to the country’s health and tourism ministers and to president of the National Public Health Organization (EODY), the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation (POX) is requesting […]

Greece Tables Tourism Recovery Recommendations to Commission

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Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis made a series of recommendations for the post-Covid-19 recovery of tourism in a letter to European Commissioner Thierry Breton, including the introduction of shared rules so as to restore confidence among the traveling public. Theoharis sent a letter to Breton, who oversees upcoming EU legislation, ahead of an EU tourism […]