Greece officials are concerned over 110 confirmed coronavirus cases. This was the highest total of new cases since the lockdown.
Greek Islands
Google Data Shows Greece As a Top Destination for Americans in 2021
Google data shows Greece is now the third most popular destination for Americans in 2021.
Greece COVID-19 Update: Uptick in Cases Holding Steady
Greece’s General Secretariat for Civil Protection has reported that of the 18,264 international tourists arriving, only five tested positive.
EC Approves €1.14 Billion in COVID-19 Support Funds for Greece
Some 90,000 small and medium-sized businesses in Greece will now be able to access €1.14 billion euros released this week by the European Commission to address the impact of Covid-19.
Greece Officials Acknowledge Imported Covid-19 Incidents Under Control
Greece’s government has reported that there have been imported cases of COVID-19, but that the situation is well under control.
Greece Records No Fatalities and Only 28 Covid-19 Friday
Greece’s National Public Health Organization (EODY) reported yesterday no fatalities and only 28 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 over the past 24 hour period. The number brings the total number of cases in Greece since the onset of the pandemic to 3,486. Also in the news, from the grand total of tests, 27,416 were carried […]
Crisis Management Minister Hardialias Checks COVID Preparedness
Crises Management Minister Nikos Hardialias visited Corfu airport last week on a continuing tour or regional airport hubs.
Greek Government Rolling Out Methods to Keep Tourists Safe
Athens is looking at agreements with neighbor states, then with other EU nations, and finally internationally.
Greece Announces Archaeological Sites to Open May 18th
Starting on Monday, Greece’s archaeological wonders will begin opening to the public once again, according to the Ministry of Culture.
Intensive Covid-19 Testing Continues for Greece Arrivals
Greece’s Secretary-General of Civil Protection says intensive inspections for the coronavirus continue for those arriving from abroad.
Aegean Airlines Cuts Flights and Issues Vouchers for Ticket Holders
Aegean Airlines has announced a drastic curtailment of scheduled flights abroad and in Greece by the end of April.
IATA Estimates Losses from COVID-19 May Soar to $113 Billion
IATA now sees 2020 global revenue losses for passenger business at between $63 billion and $113 billion. There are no figures for cargo.
Check24 Data Reveals German Traveler Preference for Crete
According to Check24, Crete island attracts the second-largest share of German travelers booking island destinations for 2020 so far.
2020 Carnival Season Culminates in Towns and Villages Across Crete
All across Crete Island people will celebrate “Apokries” with colorful carnival events culminating on “Clean Monday.”
World Bank Says a Reunited Cyprus Would Boost Incomes by 7%
World Bank says reunification of Cyprus would see the income of both Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriot increase by 7%.
Greece Tourism Eligible for Part of Huge European Union “Green Fund”
According to news from the European Commission, forecasts for the Greek economy are likely to be revised upwards. This, highlighted news the commission is considering the country for eligibility for a part of a huge green fund for investing in sustainability. The EU Commissioner for Economy recently presented the Commission’s European “Green Deal,” an investment-growth […]
Norwegian Announces New London to Greece Service
Norwegian has just announced a new twice-weekly London-Greece service, set to take off in May and to run through October.
Greek Seamen’s Union calls 24-hour Ferry Strike for September 24th
The union representing Greece’s seamen called a 24-hour strike for September 24th on fears wages and rights will be hurt by new investors.
3 Great Greek Isles Day Cruise Offers for September
It’s surprising how few visitors to Greece actually depart on Greek isles day cruise in order to experience these Aegean wonders. This human playground of thousands of islands is remarkable for its secluded beaches, unbelievable crystal waters, and an island culture trip like nowhere else. For visitors to Greece who are thinking of taking home […]
Corfu Wildfires Blaze: Two Villages Already Evacuated
Nikoletta Pandi, Deputy Regional Governor of the Ionian islands responsible for Corfu, has evacuated Neochori and Paleochori villages today.