In the face of dizzying uncertainty about the Delta variant, travelers must decide whether or not to visit Greece based on hunches.
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Greece Now Accepts Negative COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests for Tourists
Greece’s Civil Aviation Authority will allow tourists to take rapid antigen tests in order to satisfy guidelines for entering the country.
Greece Tourism Minister Welcomes Germany’s Travel to Greece Stance
Greece’s Tourism Minister has welcomed Germany’s decision to relax travel restrictions to Greece during the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
Greece Will Now Accept Vaccines From Almost Anywhere
With a tourism sector emergency halfway through the season, Greece will allow tourists with almost any vaccine to enter the country.
Greek Official Confirms Island Vaccination Plan Was About Economics
Greece now readily admit that the “Blue Freedom” island vaccination plan to help cruise companies. The sad thing is, nobody seems to care.
Greece Records 2,433 New Covid-19 Infections in 24 Hours
According to the National Organization for Public Health (EODY), new Covid-19 infections rose to 2,433 on Tuesday from 1,381 the day before.
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The reopening of Greece to travelers has brought praise from economists and the WTTC, but on Crete leaders say the people have been let down.
Greece Ends SMS COVID Lockdown System May 14th
Greece’s Development & Investments Minister Adonis Georgiadis says the text message (SMS) COVID lockdown requirement will end as of May 15.
Monday News Brief: Greece Tourism Start, No Green for Go, Beaches Open
The Greece tourism seasons restart is still on despite Britain labeling the country an “amber” risk destination. Beaches are already open.
Greece COVID Cases Spiking On the Eve of Tourism’s Reopening
On the eve of Greece reopening to tourists, COVID-19 cases have spiked to 3,421 in a 24 hour period. Is Athens moving too fast?
Greece Records 2,093 COVID-19 Cases and 96 Deaths Over 24 Hours
Greece has confirmed 2,093 new coronavirus infections and 96 deaths over the last 24 hours, according to EODY.
Kalymnos Goes Back Into Lockdown Mode Days Before Tourism Opening
Athens has announced reverting to lockdown measures for Kalymnos Island just days before a general reopening of tourism.
Greece’s Organized Beaches Reopening May 15th
Greek Secretary-General for Trade and Consumer Protection has announced that Greece’s organized beaches will open on May 15th.
Greece Restaurants Reopen As COVID Cases Show Slight Decline
According to Greek officials, there were 2,155 laboratory-confirmed new cases of Covid-19 in the country over the last 24 hours.
Ryanair Creates Huge Greek Summer Push Amid Mixed COVID Signals
Ryanair announced its biggest ever Greek Summer schedule including 218 routes. Meanwhile, Greece’s vaccination program lags behind.
Travel News Brief from Greece: April 14, 2021
Greece’s Tourism Minister is in Russia promoting vacations. Europe has put the Johnson & Johnson jab on hold. And other news bits.
Live from Greece: Where Viruses, Bananas, and Tourism Are the Rage
Greek decision makers are chest bumping one another over the COVID response. Meanwhile, the system is badly broken.
Argo News Brief: COVID, IMF, and This Week’s Tourist Trends
This week travel experts discuss the need for Greece to adapt in the wake of COVID-19, and more news on the economy and summer vacations.
Latest COVID Reports: Greece Records 3,232 New Cases in 24 Hours
The National Public Health Organization (EODY) reported on Saturday 3,232 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours.
“Remain Calm” Greek Ministers Have “Everything” Under Control
The people of Crete are weary of ongoing COVID-19 restrictions and the seeming inability of Greek leadership to protect them.