Covid-19

The South Aegean Region has launched a new digital campaign to promote the Greek islands of the Cyclades and the Dodecanese to European source markets.

Between July 1-16, five Greek islands welcomed a total of 682 international flights and 89,560 travelers, according to data provided by the South Aegean Region.

Greek airports saw a 75 percent drop in passenger numbers during the first six months of this year, compared to the same period in 2019.

Greece is among the top five most searched for quarantine-free destinations for British travelers, according to data provided by ESTA.

Flight capacity for AEGEAN began to pick up gradually in June and July, paving the way for August, but is expected to remain significantly lower than usual.

Greek Airbnb hosts can now enroll their listings in the platform’s Enhanced Cleaning Protocol to support safer travel in the post-Covid-19 era.

Greek authorities have announced additional Covid-19 measures at Greece’s borders in view of rising arrivals by land.

Greek coast guard officials will continue coronavirus screening on board all ferries during the entire summer period.

Covid-19 is expected to lead to a 20% reduction in Greece’s tourism revenue this year, compared to 18-19 billion euros in 2019, says IOBE.

Greece has made it compulsory for all to wear face masks in certain indoor spaces to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Posidonia 2020, Greece’s prestigious biennial shipping exhibition, has been officially cancelled for this year due to the uncertainty surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece may have seen a rise in Covid-19 cases but, according to government officials, a second nationwide lockdown will not be imposed.

Wearing face masks in supermarkets has become mandatory in Greece, according to a new joint ministerial decision.

Citing a drop in bookings in Northern Greece, hoteliers are calling for a single unified Covid-19 approach that will not impact arrivals to the country.

The EU has updated its initial list of countries for which member states can gradually begin to lift coronavirus travel restrictions.

The WTTC is calling for more consistent travel rules and Covid-19 advice by European countries to counter confusion by travellers and holidaymakers.

Greece will launch a campaign aimed at restoring the reputation of five Aegean islands that have suffered the massive influx of migrants and refugees in the last years.

ACI Europe has released its Guidelines for a Healthy Passenger Experience at Airports to support a safe and coordinated restart in aviation.

ACI EUROPE and EASA have joined forces to support the ongoing safe and secure recovery of aviation following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

AEGEAN will establish a regular preventive COVID-19 testing program for its cabin crew and employees.