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Thessaloniki Gets its First Pocket Park

The Municipality of Thessaloniki has opened its first “pocket park” as part of a major urban regeneration program carried out in the city’s neighborhoods.

Mykonos Hotel Turnover Takes the Lead in 2021

Hospitality service providers in Greece saw turnover rise by 118.3% in 2021 over a year earlier with the popular island of Mykonos leading the way.

Officials See Dynamic Tourism Year for Thessaloniki

A dynamic year in tourism is expected for Thessaloniki in Greece, according to the head of the city’s tourism organization, Voula Patoulidou.

Athens and Crete on ‘Best European Destinations’ List for 2022

Athens and Crete are among Europe’s top 20 best destinations for travel in 2022, according to a list by the EBD.

Greece Adds 9 Traditions to its Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Nine traditional practices, customs and events, which still take place in cities and villages across Greece, have been included in the country’s National Index of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

‘Agora Athens’ Project to Kick Off with Design Contest

The Municipality of Athens is planning an open competition for the redesign of the city’s commercial and tourist center around the popular Monastiraki and Plaka districts.

Athens Makes Top 10 ‘Best European Cities for a Romantic Dinner’ List

Athens, Greece, ranks sixth best European city for a romantic dinner, according to a top 10 list compiled by Uswitch.

Minister: New Hotel Investments Brighten Athens City Center

The Greek Tourism Ministry applauds the investments made around Omonia Square in Athens, underlining that new hotels brighten the city center, create economic activity and attract more tourists.

Corfu Mega-yacht Marina Tender Launches

The Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund has launched a tender process for the development of a mega-yachts marina on the Greek island of Corfu.

Peloponnese Wine Festival Returns to Athens on Feb 21

The Peloponnese Wine Festival returns after two years of absence, and will take place in Athens, on February 21.

Corfu to Get New Berthing Facility for Recreational Boats

The Greek island of Corfu will soon be getting a new recreational boat berthing facility at the old port (Cafe Yali).

UNWTO to Help Skiathos Island Rethink and Restart Tourism

The UNWTO has partnered with the Municipality of Skiathos as part of its commitment to support and work with communities to rethink and restart tourism.

Crete: Chania Aiming to Launch Greece’s 1st Citizens Tourism Service Center

The Municipality of Chania on Crete is hoping to launch Greece’s first Citizens Tourism Service Center that would offer information to visitors on tourism-related issues.

Santorini Among Ryanair’s Top 5 Holiday Destinations for Summer 2022

Ryanair has placed the popular Greek island of Santorini among its top 5 holiday destinations for this summer.

Ski Center ‘3-5 Pigadia’ Now Open for Guests

The 3-5 Pigadia Ski Center, a winter hotspot in northern Greece, has reopened its doors after two years and is welcoming guests for the ski season.

Actions Discussed to Ensure Safety at Zakynthos Shipwreck Site

Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias and local authorities recently discussed safety standards for the operation of Zakynthos' famous Navagio site.

Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia to Take the Spotlight in Hollywood’s ‘The Bricklayer’

Filming of Hollywood action-thriller 'The Bricklayer' is set to begin in Thessaloniki and Central Macedonia next month.

Santorini Island Stars in PUBG Mobile Video Game

The PUBG mobile video game has launched a new arena map featuring the Cycladic architecture and unique colors of the popular Greek island of Santorini.

Crete Sets Up Cluster for Promotion of Local Products, Cuisine

Showcasing the products of Crete and promoting the world-famous Cretan diet are the top priorities of the newly formed cluster titled “Kriti to Nisi Mou” (Crete: My Island).

Eastern Halkidiki’s Wine Routes Introduced to Foreign Travel Agents

The Aristotle Municipality in Eastern Halkidiki recently introduced its wine routes and cultural heritage sites to travel agents from Portugal, Spain and Sicily.