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Greece is among a handful of countries in the European Union that has not legislated on short-term rental practices, according to a survey by EY.

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.

IATA has launched the Security Risk Intelligence Portal (SRIP) — an incident reporting tool to help airlines mitigate and manage security risks.

The Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki has opened its doors with the promise to offer a safe stay to the visitors of Greece’s northern port city.

Xanemo Sailing, based on Naxos, will resume operations on July 15 to once again offer unique sailing experiences and adventures to its customers.

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 Acropolis Museum in Athens, welcomed a total of 1,283,125 visitors from June 2019 to May 2020 despite its forced closure on March 14 due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Cyprus Airways has announced flights from Larnaca, Cyprus, to five destinations in Greece, as well as to Switzerland and Israel for the summer of 2020.

The Polis Grand Hotel in Athens center has reopened its doors with the well-being of its guests as its top priority.

The luxury Liostasi Hotel & Suites, on the Greek island of Ios, is getting ready to open its doors and begin welcoming guests as of July 10.

Spanish airline Volotea has relaunched operations in Greece and is including domestic flights between the mainland and the islands.

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.

The Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort in Halkidiki has announced the suspension of operations for the 2020 season due to concerns regarding Covid-19.

Helios Hotels & Resorts, a leading luxury hotel company, has announced the opening of its properties in Greece in July.

Aria Hotels has opened its properties on mainland Greece and the islands for the 2020 summer season.

Celestyal Cruises has been announced corporate ambassador and exclusive cruise partner of The Hellenic Initiative, an international non-profit organization.

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.