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Greece has submitted the final draft of its ambitious national recovery plan to the European Commission, which is aimed at dealing with the repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic.

European Parliament approved the Brexit trade deal by an overwhelming majority, paving the way for a “new chapter” of friendly relations between the EU and the UK.

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the relaunch of its ‘Epic’ and ‘Getaway’ ships with itineraries to the Mediterranean and Greek Isles beginning September 5.

The Pillow urban stay, located in the heart of Thessaloniki, just 200 metres from the White Tower, is preparing to open its doors in May.

Katikies Kirini and Katikies Garden, two hotels on Santorini in Greece, have achieved GBAC STAR accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities.

Greek Easter is a unique spiritual experience that coincides with the coming of spring.

The global airlines industry is calling on governments to comply with Covid-19 recommendations on international travel from the World Health Organization (WHO).

Greece’s national revenue body has made an agreement with short-term rental operators Airbnb, Booking.com and VRBO for compliance to local tax laws.

Canaves Oia Luxury Resorts has announced that it will reopen for the 2021 season on May 14, which is the official date Greece is opening for tourism.

Lamway Hotel Management Group will open the Margo Beach Hotel in Mani, the Peloponnese, after adding the accommodation unit to its portfolio of partners.

The Digital Nomads Observatory in November will hold the ‘1st Digital Mobilities Conference: Nomads & Remote Workers’.

The European Commission has announced the launch of the European Capital of Smart Tourism 2022 competition, an event that rewards European cities for their sustainable tourism practices.

Greek authorities have extended travel restrictions for domestic and international flights as part of efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19 in Greece.

The EU is set to re-open this summer to American tourists who have been vaccinated against Covid-19, according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Greece will channel 310 million euros in Recovery Funds into sustainable tourism development, diversified products, and boosting competitiveness.

Greece has further intensified Covid-19 checks at airports, ports, and highways in view of the upcoming Easter holiday on May 2.

IATA expects net airline industry losses of $47.7 billion in 2021 and says immediate priorities are restart plans, employment support and cost reduction.

The world famous house of Dior is scheduled to present its “Croisière 2022” collection in Athens on June 17.

The Italian office of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is getting ready to hold its ‘Benvenuti in Grecia’ online workshop to introduce Greece to Italian tourism professionals.

The ‘Can’t miss Thessaloniki’ campaign aims to set the northern Greece destination as a ‘top of mind’ choice for international travelers.