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The European Commission has proposed an improved set of roaming rules for citizens traveling in the EU.

Restoring cruise travel to Greece once the Covid-19 pandemic subsides, topped the agenda of talks between Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and CLIA.

EU lawmakers are requesting that a new strategy on sustainable tourism include an EU Health Safety protocol for testing before departure.

All UK travelers – vaccinated or with negative PCR tests – will be welcome in Greece this summer, says Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Implementing an attractive tax policy can a go a long way towards boosting tourism to Greece, say finance and tourism experts.

Vaccination certificates and non-essential travel restrictions will top the agenda of an EU leaders video conference on Thursday.

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

Vaccination certificates could positively affect the intention of people to travel, enhance safety and simplify procedures, according to the president of Athens’ hoteliers, Lambrini Karanasiou-Zoulovits.

The European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association (ECTAA) is urging airlines to fulfil their refund obligations.

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.

The idea of an EU-wide vaccination certificate that will enable safe travel is gradually being accepted by more EU nations, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

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.

Europe’s travel agents and tour operators are urging the EU to review a set of special VAT rules to meet the demands of the digital era.

The number of Covid-19 cases in Greece may be stabilizing, but Greek health experts are considering extending current lockdowns through to Easter.

The recovery of Greek tourism depends on the course of vaccinations and the bilateral agreements to be signed with other countries, according to TTO President Voula Patoulidou.

Austria, Denmark and Sweden are among the countries planning to introduce a Covid-19 vaccination certificate to facilitate travel.

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

The Greek National Tourism Organization’s 2021 tourism strategy will include the complete revamp of the “Visit Greece” website and upgrade of a number of other digital tools.

The UK government is considering to “facilitate” travelers wishing to obtain a Covid-19 vaccination document.