Laws, Regulations & Policy

The Cypriot government has released a list of 56 countries that will be given relaxations for travel to Cyprus as of January 15.

Europe’s airlines and airports are highly concerned by the European Commission’s proposal to amend the airport slot regulation.

Greek authorities have given the green light for a 25-million-euro investment project on Rhodes, expected to contribute to the development of health tourism on the island.

The European Commission has announced a coordinated effort for Covid-19 vaccination across the EU on December 27, 28 and 29.

HOTREC, the European organization representing hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants, has welcomed the EU’s proposed regulations that give hospitality enterprises more control over their digital presence.

The Greek Finance Ministry has announced a new round of 7.5 billion euros in Covid-19 relief aid for businesses and employees for 2021. 

Greece is getting ready for one of the largest mass immunizations as it awaits the first batch of Covid-19 vaccines, according to authorities.

Channeling EU funding into modifying Greece’s tourism model to meet the demands of the changing times is key to the tourism development of the Greek islands.

The five Greek islands that have received the main burden of refugee flows in Greece will continue to receive a 30% discount on VAT rates.

Greece and Germany have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the area of tourism, according to Greek Secretary General for Tourism Policy Vicky Loizou.

Hoteliers of Zakynthos have applauded a new bill tabled in parliament that foresees the establishment of a management agency for the island’s Shipwreck beach.

Aviation bodies in Europe have welcomed the European Commission’s Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, which promotes EU’s green and digital transformation.

A bill amendment tabled in parliament will give Greek museums the right to loan moveable art works to international entities for up to 50 years.

IATA has identified a measure Greece took to support aviation in Covid-19 times, as a successful example of stimulating passenger growth.

The European Commission has presented a plan for green, smart and affordable mobility, aiming to cut emissions by 90% by 2050.

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has proposed joint actions to strengthen connectivity between Greece and the Arab countries.

The Athens Traders Association has tabled its proposals for the smooth re-opening of shops in the Greek capital, ahead of the holiday season. 

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis backed the government’s decision to continue lockdown measures into the new year stressing the need to avoid a third wave of Covid-19.

The Greek Tourism Ministry has presented a bill aimed at streamlining actions for the promotion of attractions, including the Shipwreck Beach on Zakynthos.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling on governments to exempt airline crews from Covid-19 testing that is applied to air travelers.