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Half of Brits are planning to take two or more holidays in 2022, with overseas beach destinations topping their wish list.

Facilitating the movement of citizens between Greece and Britain is an issue of major importance, according to Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

The Greek government is paving the way for fast-track procedures to simplify licensing for the creation of a waterway network in Greece.

Executives of the Halkidiki Tourism Organization met with German tour operators, travel agents and journalists during DRV’s 2021 conference in Messinia, Greece.

Increasing tourism flows to Greece this year helped boost coastal shipping activities, but much more needs to be done, says SEEN President Michael Sakellis.

The October 28 national holiday in Greece sent occupancy levels through the roof, reaching 100% at major mainland spots and winter destinations.

Greek officials may be ordering a new round of measures, which may include tougher controls at restaurants and bars, to address a recent spike in Covid-19 cases.

Eleven percent of Greeks appear hesitant to get the Covid-19 vaccine while eight percent are “refusers” (anti-vaxxers) and do not intend to get the jab.

Greece and China are further strengthening ties aiming to create a “gateway between Asia and Europe”.

The South Aegean Region was honored once again at the Greek Hospitality Awards for its ongoing efforts to upgrade Greece’s tourism product.