A new Longwoods International tracking study of American travelers reveals that almost two-thirds are planning for no travel before the summer of 2021.
Greek tourism report
UNWTO Meetup Brings Tourism Sector Together to Plan for the future
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is recently brought travel leaders from around the world together for high-level talks aimed at strengthening cooperation between the public and private sectors.
Cyprus Tourist Arrivals Drop 83.4% in September 2020
Arrivals of tourists to Cyprus were only 87,334 in September 2020 compared to 524,707 in September 2019, a decrease of 83.4%.
A New Spike in Coronavirus Cases Has Greek Authorities On Alert
Greece officials are concerned over 110 confirmed coronavirus cases. This was the highest total of new cases since the lockdown.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scientists Now Say Worldwide COVID-19 Spread a Near Certainty
Tourism professionals should not hold out false hope for a kill-off of COVID-19 spread. Experts say the virus may affect all countries.
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 […]
A New Ferry Will Link Piraeus Port with Chios and Lesvos Islands
A new sea link between the port of Piraeus, initially with Mesta on Chios island and afterward with the port of Sigri on Mytilene is effect.
Ithaca Island’s Mayor Bans Plastic Bags – Distributes Textile Replacements
The island of Ithaca has banned plastic bags and has distributed replacement textile ones free of charge in a move toward sustainability.
Chania’s Domus Renier Boutique Wins Best Historic Hotel Award
Chania’s Domus Renier Boutique Hotel has just been awarded Europe’s Best Historic Hotel by Historic Hotels Worldwide for 2018.
Is the Coming Hellenic – German Health Tourism Deal Cursed?
According to news this week from the 8th Annual Hellenic-German Assembly, Greece’s health tourism prospects were the central focus discussed at meetings in Hersonissos, Crete. But, an initiative by German banking and investments interests