Athens’ Cycladic Art Museum Offers Digital Tours

By admin 29 Σεπτεμβρίου 2020 No comment

Museum of Cyladic Art. Photo © Paris Tavitian The Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens is offering its visitors the opportunity to experience digital tours of its permanent collections just by using their smartphone or tablet. As of September 24, visitors can scan the QR code that is available at the museum’s entrance and outside […]

Athens Puts New Covid-19 Management Plan into Action

By admin 28 Σεπτεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Athens, Greece The Athens municipality, in collaboration with the health and civil protection ministries, announced on Monday a new series of precautionary measures aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19 after the majority of the country’s positive cases were found to be concentrated in the Greek capital. The plan, which is aimed at raising awareness […]

Greece Sends its Message for World Tourism Day 2020

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The international travel & tourism industry on September 27 celebrated World Tourism Day (WTD) 2020 with messages of hope and optimism, as the sector is confronted with the biggest challenge in its history: the Covid-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has led the global response to this challenge and united its member states, […]

Covid-19 Takes Toll on AEGEAN H1 2020 Turnover

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Impacted by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and the slowdown in global travel, Greek national carrier AEGEAN recorded a 64 percent drop in turnover in the first half of 2020 to 187.4 million euros, the company said releasing its Q2 results. “The pandemic led to unprecedented conditions in the aviation sector in Europe in the second […]

WTTC Calls for Global Coordinated Approach to Rebuild Travel Confidence

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The international travel and tourism industry needs a global coordinated approach that will enhance the travel experience, embrace new technologies and enact global health protocols in order to rebuild the confidence of travelers in a post-Covid-19 world, a recent report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) indicates. Compiled in collaboration with Oliver

German Tourism Market ‘Discovers’ Thessaloniki and Halkidiki in post-Covid-19 Era

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FVW-Workshop 2020 The tourism offerings of Thessaloniki and Halkidiki in northern Greece, were recently presented to 40 German tourism professionals that took part in the FVW Workshop Greece 2020. Held annually by the FVW magazine, the event focuses on the German tourism market. The 2020 edition was held in Thessaloniki and Halkidiki during September 15-20. […]

Renovated Symi Museum Offers Insight into Local History and Culture

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A museum complex dedicated to the long history and rich cultural heritage of the island of Symi has reopened its doors to the public following extensive renovation works. Consisting of traditional buildings, courtyards and gardens, the upgraded museum complex includes the Farmakidis Mansion that houses the archaeological and folklore museums, the Chatziagapitos Mansion and

Additional Covid-19 Measures Announced for Greek Destinations

By admin 25 Σεπτεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Athens, Greece Starting on Saturday, September 26, additional precautionary measures will apply to a number of Greek regions, including Attica and Trikala, with the aim to curb the spread of Covid-19. Deputy Minister for Civil Protection Nikos Hardalias, on Friday announced that street kiosks, mini markets and liquor stores will remain closed between midnight and […]

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). […]

Piraeus’ Giovanti Travel Appoints Angelos Samolis as New Sales Manager

By admin 25 Σεπτεμβρίου 2020 No comment

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Angelos Samolis Giovanti Travel, a Piraeus-based travel agency, has appointed Angelos Samolis as its new sales manager. Established 36 years ago at the Piraeus port, Giovanti Travel offers air and ferry tickets as well as cargo services. “Angelos is an innovative mind, granted with two international patents, an executive with 25 years of experience in […]