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Greece Sees Over €1 Billion from Exhibitions in 2022

Exhibitions in Greece contributed 1.062 billion euros in revenues to the economy in 2022, an Oxford Economics study found.

Air Europa has Sustainability at the Heart of its Strategic Plan

Air Europa is taking firm steps towards sustainability and is conducting specific actions to reduce its environmental impact, increase efficiency and strike a greater social balance.

Greece Set to Introduce its ‘Boutique Hotels’ to the World

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels’ “Boutique Hotel” certification program, now counting 200 units, is ready to introduce its certified members abroad.

Gulf Air to Launch Flights to Rhodes from Bahrain in June

Starting from June to September, Gulf Air is including the new Bahrain-Rhodes route in its schedule, while also resuming flights to Mykonos.

Greece Sees Big Gains from GNTO-Expedia Tourism Partnership

A partnership between Greece's tourism board and Expedia delivered impressive year-over-year results in bookings, room nights and the average daily spend of visitors.

Greece Holds Talks with Tripadvisor on Tourism Collaboration

The Greek Tourism Ministry discussed the possibility of collaborating with Tripadvisor to promote Greece.

HCH: Tourism’s Major Challenges are Climate Crisis, Energy Transition, Staff Shortage

Greek tourism is facing critical issues, with the climate crisis, energy transition and staff shortage at the forefront.

Hotel Groups Accor and Virgin See High Potential in Greece’s Hospitality Industry

Accor and Virgin Hotels see high potential in the Greek market and are interested in partnering with local hotel owners to expand their brands.

Hospitality Giant Hilton Set to Strengthen Presence in Greece

Global hospitality company Hilton has announced its aim to increase its presence in Greece in the years ahead.

Top 10 Tourist Nationalities at Thessaloniki’s Hotels in 2023

America was the top tourist-generating country to the hotels in Thessaloniki, Greece, in 2023

Aviation: Flight Disruption is 300% Above Historical Norms

Flight disruption remains 300% above historical norms as the aviation industry is up against a skills shortage and the rapid return of demand for air travel.

Greece’s 7th International Hospitality Forum Opens February 10

Top executives of the Greek and global tourism industry will come together in Athens at the 7th International Hospitality Forum (IHF).

Greece First Stop for Isrotel’s New Hotel Brand, Sees Investments of €70m

Israel-based Isrotel will launch its new international brand ALUMA with the opening of the first of three hotels in Athens, Greece, in March.

Hilton – Brown Hotels: Franchise Agreements for Two Properties in Greece

Two of Brown Hotels’ “Isla Brown” properties in Greece are now members of the “Curio Collection by Hilton” brand.

Athens Airport Welcomes Over 1 Million Passengers from Abroad in January

Athens International Airport handled over 1 million international passengers in the first month of the year, up 12.8% compared to 2023.

Greece Sees Hotel Transaction Activity Jump in January

The Greek hospitality sector saw major hotel transaction activity in January with deals worth several billions of euros recorded.

Promoting Greece as Leading Luxury Wedding Destination Remains a Priority for GDPA

Making Greece known all over the world as the ideal location for hosting luxury weddings, remains the main aim of the Greek Destination Planners Association (GDPA).

OTA Insight Rebrands as Lighthouse, Becomes Unified Commercial Platform

OTA Insight, a leader in cloud-based market intelligence for the travel and hospitality industry, has rebranded as Lighthouse to illuminate new capabilities.

Greece Looking to Win Over New Tourism Markets in 2024

Greece is looking to open to new markets this year, including China and India, following a record year of tourist arrivals and revenue in 2023.

Athens to Host Europe’s Premier R&R Hospitality Conference for Next 3 Years

Athens, Greece, for the next three years will be the host destination for the R&R, Europe's only resort-focused investment conference.