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Two Top Floors of Athens Hotel Blocking Acropolis View Shut Down

The Greek Tourism Ministry has sealed off the two top floors and the rooftop bar of Coco-Mat Athens BC which were blocking views to the Acropolis.

Green Transition in Greek Shipping to Start with Souda, Stylida Ports

The Greek Shipping Ministry is moving ahead with the green transition of the sector with Souda and Stylida port upgrades.

SAAE Gathers Greek Aviation Leaders to Discuss Industry Challenges

The Hellenic Association of Airline Representatives (SAAE) held an exclusive gathering in Athens, celebrating the vital role and continuous cooperation among its members in the aviation sector.

Greece’s Shipping Ministry Prepares for Green Transition

Greece is aiming to set up a maritime cluster that will focus on developing green technologies for the shipping sector.

Greece Still a Top Holiday Destination for Israelis, Say Professionals

Greece remains a top holiday destination for Israeli travelers, according to feedback from Israel-based tourism professionals and media at the IMTM expo in Tel Aviv.

Peloponnese Tourism Stakeholders Explore Possibility of Annual Hiking Festival

Peloponnese tourism stakeholders agree to design a long-term tourism strategy that will focus on Arcadia’s sustainable tourism potential.

Greek Parliament Passes Golden Visa Changes, Reduces Grace Period

Greece passed its revised golden visa rules which increase investment limits and foresee a grace period for in-the-process buys to August 30.

Greek PM Envisions Turning Kalavryta into Year-round Destination

Actions will be taken to attract tourists to Kalavryta all year round, according to Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Greece – China Connection Getting Stronger Through Tourism

The first direct flight from Shanghai to Athens marks the beginning of stronger tourism ties between China and Greece, said Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.

Greek Tourism Ministry Welcomes Strong Interest in Upgrade Funding Programs

The Greek Tourism Ministry welcomed dozens of investment plans seeking funding for upgrades and modernization.

Employee Rights Priority for Greek Tourism, Labor Ministries

Ensuring that employee rights are respected and labor laws obeyed are the top priorities for the Greek labor and tourism ministries ahead of the tourist season.

Mylopotamos, Crete, Aiming for Tourism Development

The Municipality of Mylopotamos on Crete is aiming to transform the area into a destination that meets the needs of modern travelers.

Europe’s Travel Sector Welcomes Romania and Bulgaria to Schengen

EU travelers to Romania and Bulgaria will no longer need to go through passport checks after the two countries joined the Schengen open travel zone.

Four ‘Smart’ Greek Cities Awarded EU Mission Label

Four Greek cities have been awarded the EU Mission Label, which recognizes their plans to achieve climate neutrality by 2030.

Skiathos Advertised to London, Paris and Berlin Commuters

A campaign promoting the Greek island of Skiathos is set to run in stations of London's underground and Paris' metro and on Berlin's tram to attract visitors this summer.

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.

Rhodes on its Way to Become World’s 1st Green Tourism Destination

The Greek island of Rhodes will be spearheading Greece’s sustainability goals through the ambitious "Co-Lab Rhodes" program.

Greece to Allocate More Funds for Air Traffic Management Upgrade

Greece announced plans to increase funding for the upgrade of the country’s air traffic management systems.

Greece’s Meteora-Pyli Joins UNESCO’s Global Geopark Network

Greece’s Meteora-Pyli has been added to UNESCO’s Global Geopark Network paving the way for a nature-centered tourism model.

Athens City Festival: Over 250 Events Including Concerts, Parties, Walking Tours

This year's city festival in Athens will kick off in May and include more than 250 events and highlight a number of landmark locations.