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The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) and member enterprises are contributing to Greece’s health system to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

The majority of Greeks expect the repercussions of the coronavirus pandemic to negatively impact business activity in Greece.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling on governments worldwide to take aggressive measures in order to contain as much a possible the further spread of the coronavirus.

The coronavirus epidemic may push the global economy into recession, but the faster the virus stops, the quicker and stronger the recovery will be, IMF says.

The Municipality of Aristotle in Halkidiki has unveiled its new logo, which is part of a broader marketing plan to promote the area’s tourism.

Τhe European Commission is encouraging customers to opt for vouchers instead of refunds and consider traveling at a later date, in an attempt to offset losses for the travel industry …

The Greek Shipping Ministry is examining the possibility of reducing Greece’s ferry schedule frequency due to declining demand.

The Region of Central Macedonia has banned access to Seikh Su, the hilltop forest surrounding the city of Thessaloniki, as part of its efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19.

The Municipality of Alonissos has launched a brochure in four languages with useful information on the COVID-19 pandemic, for the island’s residents and visitors.

Greece has announced a new round of support measures focusing on employees and businesses, laid-off staff, the Easter bonus, loan payments, and budgetary planning.

The unemployment benefits of the seasonal workers in Greece’s tourism sector will be extended due to the coronavirus outbreak.

The UNWTO will create a “Global Tourism Crisis Committee” that will evaluate and advance recommendations for the recovery from the Covid-19 health crises.

Athens public transport authorities have reduced metro, train, and tram services due to a decline in commuter traffic and as part of efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Emergency aid of up to $200 billion is required for airlines due to the evaporation of air travel demand caused by Covid-19, says IATA.

The WTTC is calling on all governments for immediate action to help ensure the survival of the travel and tourism sector, following the global spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

The Hellenic Association of Municipalities with Thermal Springs is requesting to be included in Greece’s financial support program for businesses that have been hit by the Covid-1 pandemic.

Thousands of travelers are likely to face disruption and inconvenience after the United States said it was suspending all routine visa services due to Covid-19.

Cyprus will not accept incoming flights as of March 21, implementing a two-week travel ban, in efforts to contain the further spread of the coronavirus.

Airlines are requesting flexibility to offer rebookings or vouchers in place of refunds to passengers due to the Covid-19 situation.

The GNTO has launched a special section on its “Visitgreece” website informing the public on the measures applied in Greece to combat the spread of the coronavirus.