Covid-19

Greece is increasing the service frequency of buses and trains in order to avoid overcrowding and the spread of Covid-19.

Over 80% of Germans, intending to travel abroad in times of Covid-19, want to holiday before the end of the year, according to IPK International.

Aiming to boost domestic travel, Marketing Greece has launched a campaign that introduces Greece’s popular and lesser-known destinations to Greek travelers.

The Athens Gate Hotel will open its doors to welcome guests to the Greek capital as of August 1.

Athens International Airport (AIA) will offer Covid-19 testing to its staff and the traveling public as of August 5.

The European Council has updated the list of third countries for which restrictions should be lifted for non-essential travel into the EU.

The Greek government will raise the budget for the 2020-2021 “Tourism for All” social tourism program from 30 million euros to 100 million euros.

Cruise activity in Greece is expected to take off after August 20, according to Greek Maritime Minister Yiannis Plakiotakis.

Despite high demand for ferry travel, Greek coastal shipping vessels will continue traveling with less passengers and not add more capacity to its routes.

The WTTC has unveiled its Insurance Guidelines to rebuild global consumer confidence to help encourage the return of travelling in the post-Covid-19 world.

Aiming to boost domestic travel this year, tourism entrepreneurs on the island of Zakynthos have launched an innovative discount program for Greeks.

Travel giant TUI has announced that it will close 166 high street stores in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

Travelport has launched its Airline Health & Safety Tracker to meet demand from travelers and travel agents for information on airline health and safety measures.

The Hilton Athens Hotel has reopened its top floor Galaxy Bar & Restaurant, which offers signature cocktails, unique dining options and stunning views of the Greek capital.

Στην κρίσιμης σημασίας ενίσχυση, μέσω ειδικής επιδότησης, των επιχειρήσεων οι οποίες διαθέτουν τουριστικά λεωφορεία, αναφέρθηκε ο υπουργός Τουρισμού, κ. Χάρης Θεοχάρης, μιλώντας στη Βουλή.

Travel intent to Greece in the post-coronavirus world has revived and continues to gain momentum at a greater pace than other markets, says Sojern.

Greece’s gradual opening to tourism aims to boost the country’s economy, following the outbreak of Covid-19, says Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Global passenger traffic is expected to return to 2019 levels in 2024, a year later than previously projected, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

The Greek Ministry of Citizen Protection will step up checks to make sure all businesses on the island of Mykonos are complying with rules announced to curb the spread of …

The WTTC is calling upon governments to carry out Covid-19 testing at airports in order to ensure the return of safe travels.