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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.

Europeans are reluctant about traveling during the holiday period due to renewed lockdowns and increasing Covid-19 cases, a European Travel Commission study found.

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.

Hospitality real estate company Everty has announced plans to invest up to 100 million euros in Greece over the next four years.

Greek authorities have ordered hotels to close their restaurants for the holidays to avoid the possibility of crowding and the spread of Covid-19.

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. 

Greek tourism businesses are among those eligible for a reduction in two monthly lease payments due to the country’s Covid-19 lockdown.

Greece was honored for its unique destinations and tourism offerings at the Global Traveler Awards 2020.

The works of renowned Greek poet Odysseas Elytis will find a permanent home in the Athens’ central district of Plaka.

Greek airline Sky Express has launched flights connecting Athens with Thessaloniki on its brand new Airbus A320neo.

Greek company HotelBrain has been named “World’s Leading Hotel Management Company” at the 27th World Travel Awards (WTA) 2020.

Measures to contain the spread of Covid-19 have hit Greece’s incoming air traffic hard driving it down by 68.7% in the January-November period.

Greece must accelerate key infrastructure upgrades and iconic projects that will bring added value to destinations so as to remain competitive, an INSETE study says.

IATA renewed its call on governments to ensure that aviation workers will be considered as essential workers during the impending Covid-19 vaccine campaign.

The WTTC has launched new guidelines for inclusion and diversity in the Travel & Tourism sector that were compiled to support businesses of all sizes and provide an inclusive work …

Hilton has signed an agreement with Troulis Royal Collection to open The Royal Senses Resort Crete under its upscale Curio Collection brand in 2021.

Greek hospitality consulting firm INcrementUM is working at full speed in order for its clients to be ready once travelers feel confident to book their holidays again.

All travel restrictions for domestic and international flights in Greece, announced to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country, have been extended until January 7, 2021.

Tourism to Greece managed to generate 4 billion euros in 2020, with government emphasis now on ways to address the challenges in 2021.