Non-essential travel between Greek prefectures will remain prohibited until May 14, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

As Greece is gearing up for the official start of the tourism season, the government is gradually easing Covid-19 lockdown restrictions to reopen social and economic activity.

Greece is ready to welcome travelers in safety this summer, PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis told leaders of the Smart Covid-19 Management Group.

Greek authorities have announced strict lockdown measures for Kalymnos, following a significant rise of Covid-19 infections on the island.

Greece has extended its Covid-19 travel restrictions for international flights and arrivals until May 14.

Organized beaches in Greece will open on May 15 when the country opens for tourism, according to Greek Secretary General for Trade and Consumer Protection Panagiotis Stampoulidis.

Greek hoteliers are citing the financial burden of PCR testing for children over five (from the previous 12) under the currently announced Covid-19 rules for travelers entering Greece.

Greece is expected to lift its ban on travel between regions on May 15, which is the date the country will officially open for tourism.

Greece’s SMS authorization Covid-19 lockdown measure – that sees residents requesting permission to go out through a text message – is expected to end on May 15.

Greeks are eagerly waiting for authorities to ease Covid-19 measures after Easter and allow non-essential movement into or out of municipalities and domestic travel.

Greek authorities have extended travel restrictions for domestic and international flights as part of efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19 in Greece.

Greece will channel 310 million euros in Recovery Funds into sustainable tourism development, diversified products, and boosting competitiveness.