Covid-19

The vast majority of Greeks believe that vaccination against Covid-19 saves lives, saying they feel more secure after, a diaNEOsis study found.

Germany has taken five Greek regions off its Covid-19 travel risk list, according to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases.

Starting June 16, Greek tourism enterprises impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic can apply for a working capital subsidy to help them restart operations.

The Moxy Patra Marina hotel is open and offering safe hospitality services in the Greek city of Patra in the Peloponnese.

Amber Light Villas, a luxurious suites complex on the renowned Greek island of Santorini, has opened its doors and promises safe and unforgettable holidays for guests.

The Swedes are keen on visiting Greece this summer and additional actions are being taken to facilitate travel between the two countries, according to Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Travel and tourism professionals in the EU are calling for the immediate implementation of harmonized regulations in order to facilitate movement and restart economies.

Individuals who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 will soon have certain advantages, according to Greek Development & Investments Minister Adonis Georgiadis.

As the EU looks set to open its borders, it is imperative that clear messages are communicated to international travellers wishing to visit Europe, says the ETC.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is seeing an improvement in domestic air travel demand while international passenger travel continues to be stalled due to restrictions.

The historic Aegli Hotel in the heart of port town Volos in central Greece has reopened its doors and is welcoming visitors.

Denmark is expected to lift restrictive guidance to every destination in Greece from June 26, according to the Greek Tourism Ministry.

Lawmakers in Greece and the EU gave the Covid-19 travel certificate the final go-ahead so that member states can put it into force on July 1.  

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the US State Department have eased travel advisories for dozens of countries including Greece.

Greece will lift its ban on music at restaurants, bars and cafes as of June 12 and will most likely abolish its night curfew in July.

Four European travel industry associations have launched ‘Destination Summer’, a new campaign urging EU and national policy makers to lift travel restrictions across Europe.

The Ypseli Anafi’s Hive, a luxury hospitality property located on the Greek island of Anafi, is preparing to reopen its doors and welcome its guests for the summer season.

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has requested for The Netherlands to ease travel restrictions to Greece.

The Greek government soon intends to discuss mandatory Covid-19 vaccination for certain groups as well as possible benefits for the fully vaccinated.

Italy should follow the example set by Greece in order to bring back foreign travelers, according to Italian Tourism Minister Massimo Garavaglia.