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Greek hoteliers are calling for liquidity measures so that they can continue running their businesses despite the sharp decline in arrivals due to Covid-19.

Americans and Russians will not be able to visit any EU countries in the coming period, according to a “safe” list announced in Brussels, the EU’s headquarters.

Greece is at the top of travelers’ wish lists thanks to its successful management of the Covid-19 crisis and the country’s reputation as a safe destination, Greek Tourism Minister Harry …

Greece has sent a letter to UNESCO representatives, informing over Turkish government plans to reconvert Hagia Sophia into a mosque.

Hotels in Greece can choose if they wish to maintain an isolation room to host customers who become infected with Covid-19, according to Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Greeks will be among European travelers allowed admission into the UK without quarantine, BBC says.

Greece’s Manpower Employment Organization (OAED) will be accepting applications starting June 25 for parties eligible to receive state subsidies for tourism.

European lawmakers have appealed for additional measures to salvage the EU’s tourism and travel sector.

Greece’s tourism reopening signals a return to normalcy following the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Family members of EU citizens who are not nationals of a member state but hold a permanent residence card should be able to travel visa-free to EU, according to a …

Hotel owners in Greece are not showing interest in the Greek Tourism Ministry’s call for hotels to operate as quarantine spots for tourists who may contract the coronavirus while on …

The Commission has signed an agreement with Japan that will facilitate the EU’s aviation industry’s access to the Japanese aeronautical market and ensure a higher level of aviation safety.

Greek authorities are boosting security checks at ports and on board ferries across Greece to ensure Covid-19 safety precautions are being adhered to.

Reaching an agreement on the Commission’s proposed coronavirus rescue fund dubbed “Next Generation EU”, topped the agenda of a recent EU leaders meeting.

The reduced VAT regime for the Greek islands of Leros, Lesvos, Kos, Samos and Chios, has once again received a six-month extension.

Greece’s National Public Health Organization and the Safe Water Sports initiative have joined forces to strengthen safety policies and regulations with regard to recreation at sea.

Ties between Greece and Israel have been further reinforced with the signing of cooperation agreements in the fields of tourism, cybersecurity and agriculture.

Greece is well prepared to address possible Covid-19 incidents but should increase testing on passengers from flights originating in high risk territories, say health experts.

Greek hoteliers are requesting that the Tourism Ministry clarifies the details involving the mandatory implementation of health protocols, citing the high cost involved.

Tourism between Greece and Israel will resume on August 1, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu have confirmed.