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The South Aegean Region has launched a new digital campaign to promote the Greek islands of the Cyclades and the Dodecanese to European source markets.

Between July 1-16, five Greek islands welcomed a total of 682 international flights and 89,560 travelers, according to data provided by the South Aegean Region.

Greece is among the top five most searched for quarantine-free destinations for British travelers, according to data provided by ESTA.

Greek coast guard officials will continue coronavirus screening on board all ferries during the entire summer period.

Covid-19 is expected to lead to a 20% reduction in Greece’s tourism revenue this year, compared to 18-19 billion euros in 2019, says IOBE.

Greece has made it compulsory for all to wear face masks in certain indoor spaces to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Greece may have seen a rise in Covid-19 cases but, according to government officials, a second nationwide lockdown will not be imposed.

Wearing face masks in supermarkets has become mandatory in Greece, according to a new joint ministerial decision.

Citing a drop in bookings in Northern Greece, hoteliers are calling for a single unified Covid-19 approach that will not impact arrivals to the country.

The EU has updated its initial list of countries for which member states can gradually begin to lift coronavirus travel restrictions.

The WTTC is calling for more consistent travel rules and Covid-19 advice by European countries to counter confusion by travellers and holidaymakers.

ACI Europe has released its Guidelines for a Healthy Passenger Experience at Airports to support a safe and coordinated restart in aviation.

ACI EUROPE and EASA have joined forces to support the ongoing safe and secure recovery of aviation following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greek hoteliers are urging the government to implement mandatory Covid-19 testing 72 hours ahead of travel to all incoming tourists.

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has updated a directive on passenger flights to Greece from Sweden, Turkey, Albania and North Macedonia.

Greek hoteliers are expecting to see their turnover drop by 67% this year with 6.4% opting to remain closed due to lagging demand and lack of liquidity.

Greece will extend Covid-19 measures on organized beaches through to the end of the month and is considering banning local outdoor festivals in August.

The European Commission has unveiled six measures to strengthen EU health preparedness and counter further possible outbreaks of Covid-19.

Dutch tourism professionals confirmed their interest for Greece, during a networking event held by the GNTO in The Hague, Netherlands.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has called for the country’s Covid-19 health and safety measures to be followed to the maximum extent.