Maria Paravantes

The sharp increase in Covid-19 cases in Greece pushes back the prospect of the government easing measures on March 1.

Non-essential international travel from England is not expected to re-open until May 17 at the earliest, according to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

Greece’s priority is to make travel safe and easier, the country’s prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, said during the Nueva Economia Forum organized by Spain.

Greek authorities are looking into ways to allow certain activities in March, including retail and schools, but not non-essential domestic travel.

International tourism and aviation bodies are urging Prime Minister Boris Johnson to include the restart of travel in the UK’s recovery plans, due to be outlined on February 22.

Greece is urging the EU to ensure that Covid-19 vaccine supplies are secured and that there will be no more delays.

Athens and the wider Attica region went “white” on Tuesday during a snow storm that affected traffic and caused power cuts in and around the Greek capital.

Vaccinations are key to returning to normalcy which includes opening borders to tourists, said Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who is forecasting improved conditions in spring.

One by one countries across the globe are announcing or considering plans to allow admission to tourists with proof of Covid-19 vaccination.

Greece and Cyprus are looking into ways to simplify travel for Europeans wishing to visit both countries this summer.

Greek think-tank IOBE has revised downward its forecast for Greece’s economy and tourism activity in 2021.

Covid-19 has forced the short-term rental market to re-set its targets and focus on covering lost ground, according to AirDNA analysts.

Greece’s cruise travel sector all but “drowned” in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic which resulted in a 94% decrease in passengers, according to the Greek Cruise Ship Owners Union.

Tourism professionals in the Peloponnese are angry over a decision to create a wind farm on Mt Menalon in Arcadia.

Leaders across the Greek political spectrum welcomed America’s new president, Joe Biden, hoping his administration will work to tighten diplomatic ties even further.

Greece is moving ahead with the licensing and construction of 150 waterways, which it hopes to have up and running within the next five years.

Greece’s proposal for an EU-wide coronavirus vaccination certificate to facilitate safe travel will be raised on January 21 during an EU leaders tele-conference.

After the reopening of shops, Greek authorities are considering the resumption of intra-regional travel and F&B services.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced that the Covid-19 relief measures, which include rent exemptions and employee subsidies, will be extended.

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has welcomed Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ proposal for an EU-wide Covid-19 vaccination certificate.