Stiff Fines in Greece for Covid-19 Carelessness

By admin 11 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

Greek Deputy Minister for Civil Protection Nikos Hardalias. Greek authorities have not only tightened measures aimed at restricting the spread of the deadly Covid-19, but are also slapping violators with steep fines for carelessness, Deputy Civil Protection Minister Nikos Hardalias said on Tuesday, on the back of yet another increase to 961 coronavirus cases in […]

Greece Extends Labor Contract Suspension Period for Covid-hit Tourism Businesses

By admin 10 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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The Greek government announced on Monday that tourism business employers impacted by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic will still be able in August and September to suspend employee contracts in an attempt to cushion the financial blow. According to the labor ministry, the special provision to the law applies to private sector companies active in the […]

Greece Announces Urban Transport Network Upgrade

By admin 10 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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More buses, increased frequency, and additional staff are the Greek transport ministry’s top priorities as part of an overhaul in mass transport, Transport Minister Kostas Karamanlis announced recently after a meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The three “immediate” measures are aimed at easing crowding on board public transport as part of Covid-19 prevention

XRTC: Greek Coastal Shipping Sector Sailing Uncharted Waters

By admin 10 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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Greece’s coastal shipping industry will have to find ways to remain above water as it faces the unprecedented challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the 2020 Greek shipping report released recently by XRTC Business Consultants. Titled “Responsibility and Realism: The Conditions to Deal with the New Reality”, the annual XRTC report refers to […]

MSC Cruises Includes Greece in Restart Plans

By admin 10 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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MSC Magnifica MSC Cruises has announced that it will soon resume operations in the Mediterranean as of August 22 with cruises initially to Greek and Italian destinations. According to a company announcement, the MSC Grandiosa and MSC Magnifica cruise ships are scheduled to conduct seven-day cruises in the Western and Eastern Mediterranean respectively. The MSC […]

TripAdvisor: Nana Princess Among Top Luxury Resorts in Greece for 2020

By admin 7 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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Nana Princess Suites, Villas & Spa Crete’s Nana Princess resort, a member of the Karatzis Group of Companies, is on the list of the 25 Best Luxury Resorts in Greece for 2020, recently released by travel planning and booking platfrom TripAdvisor. Based on the travelers’ vote, TripAdvisor, again this year, honored the “best of the […]

Emirates’ A380 Restarts Flights to Five Destinations

By admin 7 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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Emirates has deployed its iconic A380 aircraft to five international destinations, namely Amsterdam, Cairo, London, Paris and Guangzhou. According to a company announcement, Emirates passengers can now fly daily to Amsterdam; four times a week to Cairo; twice a day to London (Heathrow), once daily to Paris, and once a week to Guangzhou (as of […]

Cavo Mare Villas Promises Safe and Luxury Holidays on Zakynthos

By admin 7 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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The ultra-luxury hospitality complex Cavo Mare Villas is open and welcoming guests to its safe premises on the island of Zakynthos. The property consists of nine luxury villas in Tragaki, with most offering stunning views to the Ionian Sea, as well as two brand new villas in the area of Akrotiri (Akrotiri Jewels). Putting the […]

Works for New Golf Courses on Schedule at Costa Navarino

By admin 7 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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The development of two new golf courses at Costa Navarino in Messinia, stretching over 150 hectares at Navarino Hills, is progressing according to schedule, despite the extraordinary conditions caused by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Designed by two-time Masters Champion and Ryder Cup legend José María Olazábal and overlooking The Bay Course and the historic Bay […]

Greek PM Vows to Support Tourism Sector Work Force

By admin 7 Αυγούστου 2020 No comment

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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (right) speaking during a meeting with Rhodes tourism professionals. Photo Source: Primeminister.gr Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Friday that the state would be supporting tourism sector employees who have been affected by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. Speaking at a meeting with Rhodes tourism