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VORIA: €250m Hospitality Project to Transform Northern Athens into Tourism Hub

Details on Project VORIA, a 250-million-euro tourism investment in Marousi, Athens, have been released.

Posted On 24 Apr 2024

Skiathos Tourism Season Begins Earlier than Ever, Mayor Expects Bumper Year

With a tourism strategy focused on sustainability, accessibility, and extending the season, the mayor of Skiathos, Thodoris Tzoumas, has high expectations for this year.

Posted On 24 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Santorini’s ‘Santo Collection’ Welcomes New Luxury Hotel & Villas, Offers Over 30 Experiences to Guests

The Santo Collection Resorts & Villas welcomes two new members - Santo Mine and The Villas - and is ready to offer guests a combination of more than 30 unique experiences and top-notch services.

Posted On 18 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Zeus International Announces Hotel Upgrades, Adds Water Parks to 3 Resorts

Zeus International this year will continue upgrading hotels in its portfolio and strengthening its footprint in Greece and abroad.

Posted On 12 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Athens’ Grande Bretagne Hotel Celebrates 150th Birthday with Documentary Screening

The Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens celebrated a milestone of historical significance on April 9 with the premiere of the "150 Years Hotel Grande Bretagne: Hosting History” documentary.

Posted On 12 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

‘Greece 2.0’ Tourism Projects: Marinas and Ski Resorts Get Green Light for Upgrades

Three marinas and two ski resorts in Greece have so far been approved for upgrades with funds from the “Greece 2.0” plan.

Posted On 11 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

LOT Comes Back to Athens with Daily Direct Flights from Warsaw

In response to growing demand for travel to Athens, LOT Polish Airlines has resumed direct daily flights between the Greek capital and Warsaw.

Posted On 10 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

MSC Cruises Bringing 500,000 Passengers to Greece this Season

MSC Cruises, the world's third-largest cruise brand, will have six different ships calling to Greek shores this season.

Posted On 09 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Cyprus-based Thanos Hotels and Resorts has Big Plans for Greek Market

Thanos Hotels and Resorts, a family-run company in Cyprus, is aiming to open 10 new hotels in Greece over the next three years.

Posted On 04 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Athens Welcomes First Direct Juneyao Air Flight from Shanghai

Juneyao Air touched down at Athens Airport on Tuesday, inaugurating its new intercontinental non-stop Athens-Shanghai service.

Posted On 02 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Brown Hotels Announces More Hospitality Investments in Greece

Brown Hotels has plans to further expand in Greece this year with the opening of new hotels and also by managing third-party units.

Posted On 02 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Interview – Dimitris Antonakos Gives Details About 100% Hotel Show’s 1st Seasonal Edition on Crete

The very first seasonal edition of the 100% Hotel Show will take place on Crete during April 13-14.

Posted On 01 Apr 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Neoma Hotel, Athens. Photo source: Hotelising

Athens Hotels See Off-Season Demand Boost Occupancy, Room Prices

Hotels in Athens saw occupancy rise by 9% during January and February, two months that are usually least popular for travel.

Posted On 29 Mar 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Brown Hotels, BCA College Announce Modern Tourism Education, Training Program

Brown Hotels and BCA College have announced the launch of a Diploma in Resorts and Hotel Operations Management program.

Posted On 29 Mar 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece Sees Record-setting Tourism Figures in January 2024

Greek tourism in January saw an excellent beginning for 2024 with an all-time high in tourist arrivals and travel receipts.

Posted On 26 Mar 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Report: Greek Tourism Sees Robust Recovery in 2023 Compared to pre-Covid Levels

Greece in 2023 saw a robust tourism recovery in the post-Covid era with 32.7 million tourists and 20.4 million euros in revenue.

Posted On 26 Mar 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece and Canada to Further Strengthen Tourism Relations

Greece and Canada are keen on advancing cooperation in shared interests, including trade and investment, climate action and tourism.

Posted On 25 Mar 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece to Prohibit Golden Visa Properties from Becoming Airbnbs

Greece is set to implement changes to its Golden Visa program, which include not allowing investors to enter acquired properties in the STR market.

Posted On 22 Mar 2024

, By Nikos Krinis

Hotel Grande Bretagne Takes Thousands of Visitors on a Journey Through Time

The iconic Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens took thousands of visitors on an exciting voyage through time as part of its "Always Grand" celebrations to mark its 150th anniversary.

Posted On 22 Mar 2024

, By Nikos Krinis