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

In view of the holiday season, global travel and aviation bodies are calling on EU governments to lift quarantine measures and restore travel.

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 authorities will boost frequency of bus and metro services in Attica, in efforts to address overcrowding and limit the spread of Covid once lockdown is lifted.

A new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) recommends global guidelines for a safe and seamless traveller journey in the ‘new normal’.

The Travelport Stay Safe filter is designed to give travelers and agencies alike confidence that appropriate safety measures have been taken at a hotel property.

RateHawk, an online B2B tool for booking hotels and travel services, has announced the development of the first mobile app in Greece for travel agents.

Attica Group was named “Passenger Line of the Year” at the Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards 2020.

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.

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) in December will promote Greek tourism to the Italian market through digital events.

Ensuring accessibility for tourists with specific access requirements can be a “game changer” for destinations around the world, the UNWTO says.

Greek Shipowners Association for Passenger Ships President Michael Sakellis was honored with the title of “Greek Shipping Newsmaker of the Year” at the Lloyd’s List Awards 2020.

Halkidiki’s Porto Carras Grand Resort will reopen its doors on April 29 under a new management and ownership.

Ryanair has announced the launch of a new route connecting the Greek island of Rhodes with Venice Treviso airport in Italy for the summer 2021.

Travelport and Singapore Airlines recently welcomed on board their first passengers whose tickets were booked using NDC technology.

The Greek Tourism Ministry has presented a new bill that among other things, aims to establish Destination Marketing & Management Organizations (DMMOs).

Air travel demand for Greece is on the rise despite the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, according to global airline executives.

The Greek government has extended relief measures for businesses and employees impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic until the end of December.