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Greece opened its borders by air, sea and road to travelers on Wednesday, after the Covid-19 health crisis brought global travel to a standstill.

More than 230 flights were scheduled to land in Greece on Wednesday, as the country reopens to tourism four months after Covid-19 lockdowns.

Greece has extended the temporary suspension of flights from/to Turkey and the United Kingdom until July 15.

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.

Seajets, on July 3 will restart its itineraries from the ports of Piraeus, Lavrion and Heraklion, Crete, to over 30 destinations in the Aegean sea.

Neptune Hotels Resort has adopted the health protocols announced by Greek authorities, with the aim to provide its guests with high-end hospitality services on Kos.

The Met Hotel has announced its reopening on July 3, with the aim to offer its guests unique high-end hospitality experiences in Thessaloniki.

The Greek island of Santorini, this summer will welcome Aeifos Boutique Hotel, a brand new five-star property located in Imerovigli.

The five-star Astir Odysseus Resort & Spa will open its doors on July 8, to welcome back guests to the popular island of Kos.

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 …

Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis on Wednesday will visit the regional airports of Corfu, Mykonos, Rhodes and Heraklion on Crete.

Greece’s transport ministry announced revised Covid-19 measures with regard to transport in passenger vehicles including mini-buses, vans and cars.

Lufthansa will launch services from Munich to the Greek islands of Corfu and Rhodes for the 2020 summer season.

Celestyal Cruises has announced the further suspension of its operations until March 2021.

Costa Navarino is welcoming its guests once again in its hotels, The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, offering new experiences and upgraded services.

Astypalea’s Kallichoron Art Boutique Hotel has joined forces with Waterbags to provide its guests with stylish resusable face masks.

The five-star Amada Colossos Resort on Rhodes will launch its operations on July 9 under strict health and safety protocols.

Greece’s regional airports are ready to handle the first incoming flights on July 1, after months of inactivity due to Covid-19.

The Greek island of Kos on June 29 welcomed its first international flight since Greece went into lockdown due to Covid-19.