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The Central Macedonia Region is preparing to launch a new tourism strategy to attract travelers for the 2021 tourism season.

Saudi Arabia has temporarily banned entry to its territory for travelers from 20 countries, aiming to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country.

Greece has unveiled a €450m road safety plan that focuses on safer roads, responsible drivers, traffic education, and fair rules that apply to all.

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is exploring ways to boost the promotion of Athens to international markets.

Greece will soon launch an electronic platform for Greek voters that live abroad, according to Interior Minister Makis Voridis.

Greece is drawing up a plan to safely re-open to tourism in 2021, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

The European Council has adopted a Commission proposal for updated recommendations on measures affecting non-essential travel into the EU from third countries.

Aiming to improve its tourism product and attract more travelers, the Municipality of Ios is proceeding with major infrastructure works on the island’s port and road network.

A series of proposals for the development of gastronomy tourism in Greece are now open for public consultation, the Tourism Ministry has announced.

Greece is set to receive a total of 728 million euros in funding from the EU’s SURE unemployment scheme.

Greece is keeping its tough Covid-19 measures in place with plans to re-open restaurants and sports facilities last.

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is exploring ways to promote Greece as a luxury destination ideal for high-end corporate and social events.

The Regional Chamber Council of Attica has released a set of guidelines for consumers regarding the operation of retail stores with the “click in shop” method.

France has banned all but essential travel from outside the European Union and tightened testing requirements for travelers coming from EU countries.

The Municipality of Thira is planning to launch a new tourism promotion strategy for 2021 to promote Santorini to as many potential visitors as possible.

The Municipality of Rhodes is looking into ways to attract digital nomads – travelers from all over the world that combine remote working and traveling.

The twin influencers Marianna and Sofia Erotokritou have been selected as the ambassadors of Greek tourism in China.

Greece’s Mount Pelion and its hidden treasures are featured in a 10-page article published in the latest issue of France’s “Le Figaro Magazine”.

EU member states have agreed on a set of guidelines that will allow for the establishment of an EU-wide accepted vaccination certificate.

The Association of Greek Archaeologists is calling for the re-opening of museums and sites with health protocols and free admission for the first month of operation.