Transportation
7 Greek Islands Placed on England’s Quarantine List
Travelers arriving in England from 7 Greek island holiday destinations will have to self-isolate for 2 weeks, according to the UK's secretary of transport.
COVID-19
Greek Tourism Minister Seeks to Allay British Covid Fears
Haris Theocharis highlighted the implementation of targeted measures in areas where there is a higher concentration of Covid-19 cases.
COVID-19
Beach Bars on Mykonos Close After Staff Test Positive for Coronavirus
Nammos and Scorpios bars on Mykonos’ Paraga beach will remain closed at least until September 4.
COVID-19
Fewer Volunteers From Abroad
This summer, the pandemic put a stop to the plans of many volunteers, environmentalists and field scientists.
COVID-19
Greek Holiday Destinations Impose Extra Restrictions
Additional restrictive measures have been imposed in two Greek holiday destinations.
COVID-19
Minister Says Tourism Not Responsible for Rise of Infections
Nikos Hardalias explained that tourism did not play a part in the rise of Covid-19 infections in Greece.
Animals
Slow Tourism Season Benefits Endangered Sea Turtles on Zakynthos
Loggerhead turtles returning to their nesting sites along the Bay of Laganas on the Ionian island of Zakynthos are experiencing a rare period of calm this post-Covid summer in an area that is usually heavily impacted by tourism at the peak of their egg-laying season.
COVID-19
Greek PM Calls for Clarifications on Use of Face Masks
The Greek Prime Minister spoke on the matter during a government teleconference on Covid-19 developments in the country.