Greece and Cyprus resume maritime passenger traffic

Port in Ayia Napa, CyprusATHENA, Jun 19 Greece and Cyprus after a break in Sea passenger traffic has been resumed for 21 years — the passenger ferry Daleela of Scandro Holding at 12.00 (the same time as Moscow) left the port of Limassol for Piraeus, the Sigma TV channel reported. Before the start of the voyage, President of Cyprus Nikos Anastasiades spoke at a solemn event in the port of Limassol. He called the historic day of the restoration of navigation between Cyprus and Greece. According to him, this happened thanks to the persistent efforts of the government.Cyprus canceled coronavirus restrictions for tourists»We know that this is an unprofitable shipping business, so the state should help. And efforts have been made in the EU in this direction so that it will allow, within the financial capabilities of the state, to allocate the necessary subsidies,» Anastasiadis said.In the first 173 passengers left the flight, including the ministers of shipping and tourism, the mayor of Limassol, deputies, and journalists. The first route of maritime passenger communication Cyprus-Greece will be served by a ferry under the flag of Cyprus. The ship was built in 1991, renovated and can carry 400 passengers and 100 cars. It has 38 first class cabins for 110 passengers, 68 second class cabins for 180 passengers and 110 aircraft-type seats. There is also a bar, a restaurant, a cafe, a playground and entertainment facilities. The ticket price in a VIP cabin is 50 euros, in a single first class cabin 30 euros, in a double cabin 25 euros. A seat costs 8 euros. In addition, passengers must pay a port tax of 30.21 euros. Transportation of a light car will cost approximately 102 euros. The price of a full meal will not exceed 12 euros. The duration of the trip will be 30 hours, the distance between the ports is 600 nautical miles. Four voyages to Piraeus and back will take place in June, eight in July, seven in August and three in September. The last flight in the schedule for 2022 will take place on September 16 from the Pyrenees to Limassol.