Covid-19

Greece is examining the possibility of extending mandatory Covid-19 vaccination for other professional groups, expecting a surge in cases in the fall.

Tourism and consumption are set to drive Greece’s GDP up by a rate of 13% in the 2nd quarter of the year, according to the National Bank of Greece.

Alternate Development Minister Yannis Tsakiris has announced that the first funds to tourism enterprises seeking support will be released in early September.

Tourist demand for the South Aegean islands is robust but vigilance is required in view of Covid-19 developments, said the region’s governor George Hatzimarkos.

Despite Covid-19 restraints, travelers are still selecting Crete for their summer holidays, with August occupancy levels reaching almost 100 percent.

The EU Digital Covid Certificate could serve as a global standard for nations looking to implement digital vaccination certificates, according to IATA.

Online searches for accommodation in Athens picked up pace in July compared to the previous months, according to a survey conducted by Tourix.

Greek authorities have announced emergency Covid-19 restrictions for the region of Messinia in the Peloponnese, and extended measures for some areas of Crete.

Deal-making activity in the global travel and tourism sector dropped by 6.8% in July compared to the previous month, affected by the ongoing Covid-19 travel restrictions, a GlobalData analysis found.

Greek health authorities have announced new Covid-19 rules for admission to indoor spaces and testing requirements to take effect on September 13.