Covid-19

Research and policy institute diaNEOsis has proposed a strategy for the utilization of Greece’s marinas and tourist ports.

International tourist arrivals in 2021 are set to remain 70-75% below 2019 levels, marking a similar decline as in 2020, according to the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer.

Bulgaria has placed Greece on its list of ‘Red Zone’ countries for travel following a rise of Covid-19 cases in the country.

The Greek Tourism Ministry is looking into ways to further develop its mountain tourism product to attract visitors to Greece throughout the year.

Phocuswright’s latest survey shows that European consumers have returned to travel and want much of what Greece has to offer as a destination.

Greece’s tourism revenues will surely reach 10 billion euros in 2021, according to Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) President Yiannis Retsos.

Greek authorities have extended all Covid-19 aviation directives concerning flights and arrivals to Greece from abroad until December 3.

The Greek authorities said there will be no national lockdowns and no new measures for those vaccinated against Covid-19 despite the emergence of the new Omicron variant.

IATA is calling on EU authorities to extend the validity of the EU Digital Covid Certificate by 12 months to protect the already “fragile recovery” of the travel industry.

Education, synergies, and coordination are key for Greek tourism stakeholders that wish to meet sustainability targets in the coming years, tourism experts said during the “Xenia Digi Hotel” event.

Greece has introduced restrictions on arrivals from southern Africa due to the appearance of the new Covid variant Omicron.

Despite June-October occupancy levels at Athens hotels indicating positive signs of recovery, the city’s hotel association sees no positive trend in bookings in the coming months.

CLIA Europe executives discussed the 2022 cruise season with Greek government officials and focused on issues of safe travel, port operations and responsible tourism.

One out of five destinations continue to have their borders completely closed as new surges of Covid-19 impact the restart of international tourism, according to the UNWTO.

With hotel occupancy levels in Ioannina at 70% in November, local authorities have plans to further establish the city as a strong Greek tourist destination.

The GNTO in December will launch a new 3-month campaign to promote destinations in Greece considered ideal to visit during the winter season.

The Commission has proposed a revision to non-essential travel rules, giving priority to vaccinated travelers and advising them to get Covid-19 booster shots.

Greece’s recovery is gaining traction driven in large part by the tourism sector, the European Commission said in its 12th enhanced surveillance report.

This year’s passenger traffic at the 14 Greek regional airports operated by Fraport Greece is expected to be 45% below 2019.

With exhibitions and in-person events on the rebound, the 100% Hotel Show in Athens opened its doors and welcomed professionals for face-to-face networking and business meetings.