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The Greek Environment Ministry is inviting citizens and enterprises to submit proposals for a “Greece without single-use plastics”.

Starting on Saturday, September 26, additional precautionary measures will apply to a number of Greek regions, including Attica and Trikala, with the aim to curb the spread of Covid-19.

In efforts to ease overcrowding on public transport due to Covid-19, the transport ministry said it would be releasing 100 new KTEL intercity buses into circulation in Athens, earlier than initially announced.

Celestyal Cruises, as of March 6, 2021, will set sail for the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean with its “Experience” ship, the newest addition to its fleet.

Major infrastructure works are underway in Thessaloniki, which are expected to contribute to the development of the city as a trade hub and a significant tourism destination.

Ferry transport in Greece is expected to be disrupted on Thursday, September 24, due to a 24-hour strike at the Piraeus Port by five seamen’s unions.

In efforts to ensure safe journeys at sea in the Covid-19 era, cruise companies have tabled a comprehensive plan that includes heightened health protocols for passengers and crew.

Greece’s five tourist guide schools this year accepted a total of 2,880 applications, which shows the increasing demand for tourism education in the country.

The “Maria Callas: Lettres et Mémoire” performances, starring Monica Bellucci and scheduled to take place September 28-30 in Athens, have been postponed.

Greece’s economy can endure a possible second lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 if necessary, according to Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras.