Photo source: Travel Trade Athens Power grid expansion, energy efficiency, reforestation, and 5G infrastructure are just some of the 13 key reforms and investments – part of Greece’s recovery plan – presented by Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras at Tuesday’s Ecofin meeting. Staikouras presented 13 key areas set to stimulate recovery in Greece which will […]
The Union of Cruise Ship Owners and Maritime Agencies (EEKFN) is preparing for the restart of the cruise season in Greece in collaboration with Greek tourism bodies and destinations. “Ahead of the 2021 cruise season, EEKFN is in talks with all the relevant bodies authorized to welcome ships at Greek destinations, in efforts to ensure […]
Passenger traffic at Greek airports continued its downward trend in February due to travel restrictions and constant aviation directives (NOTAMS) issued due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. According to data released on Tuesday by the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA), a total of 330,005 passengers passed through Greek airports in February, down by 84.5
Photo source: Athens Traders Association A decision by Greek authorities to re-open the retail sector has been pushed back several times due to spikes in the number of Covid-19 cases over the past weeks with the national committee of health experts set to convene on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of easing containment measures. Greek […]
Photo source: European Commission The European Commission is scheduled this week to submit its proposal to the European Parliament for the establishment of an EU-wide digital vaccination certificate to facilitate safe travel in the post-Covid-19 era. “The aim is to facilitate safe free movement of citizens in the EU,” the Commission recently tweeted, having said […]
The development of mountain tourism topped the agenda of a virtual meeting between Greek hoteliers and Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki on Saturday. According to Zacharaki, the ministry would soon be setting up a special working group responsible for drawing up a national strategy for the development of mountain tourism, which will attract tourism all […]
Sculptures from the Parthenon temple on display at the British Museum. Photo source: British Museum Greece reacted strongly this week to claims made by UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson that Britain will not return the Parthenon Marbles to legal owner Greece, reigniting an age-old dispute. “Greece does not accept the legal acquisition and ownership of […]
Photo source: WTTC US airlines are set to receive renewed financial backing to tune of the 14 billion dollars after US lawmakers approved a new payroll assistance package as part of a Covid-19 relief bill. This is the third round of government support to the ailing airline sector since March 2019. The latest six-month extension […]
City of Loutraki The Loutraki Tourism Organization (LTO) is preparing to launch its tourism campaign for 2021 that will focus mainly on domestic travelers, due to the uncertainty caused by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and the ongoing international travel restrictions. Located near Athens in the Peloponnese, Loutraki every summer attracts domestic and international
The historic Ziller-Loverdos Mansion, located near the center of Athens, will reopen its doors as a museum at the end of April. Built in 1882, the mansion was the residence of German architect Ernst Ziller. The building combines elements of ancient architecture with 19th century European trends. Its facade is adorned with Caryatid heads, while […]


















