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Greece Sees Travel Package Sales from Denmark Up for 2024

Greece is once again at the top of the bucket lists of Danish travelers, according to data released by the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

Greece’s Iconic Shipwreck on Zakynthos in Danger of Disappearing Due to Neglect

One of Greece’s most iconic attractions, the shipwreck on Navagio Beach on Zakynthos, is at risk, facing decay due extreme weather.

Ionian Islands Region Requests for Corfu to be Included in Guinness Book of Records

The Region of Ionian Islands is seeking for Corfu to be recognized as the island with the most musicians and philharmonic bands per capita.

Elections: Attica Welcomes New Governor, ND Sees Triumph in Most Regions

Greece’s ruling ND party won six out of 13 regions, including Attica, in the first round of regional elections on Sunday.

No Swimming or Approach Allowed at Zakynthos’ Navagio Beach

Tourists will only be able to see Zakynthos’ famous Shipwreck Beach from afar for 20 minutes max.

Access to Zakynthos Shipwreck Beach Banned This Summer

Four Greek ministries have decided to ban access by land and sea to Zakynthos' most famous beach: Navagio.

Controversy in Greece Over Closure of Shipwreck Beach on Zakynthos

The Greek Tourism Ministry’s decision to shut down Navagio Beach this summer causes controversy.

Greece’s Famous Navagio Beach May Close Due to Safety Risk

One of Greece’s most popular beaches, Navagio on the island of Zakynthos, is being closed off to the public this summer due to safety risk.

Ionian Islands Region Aiming to Open DMMO to Boost Sustainable Tourism Growth

The Ionian Islands Region in Greece is planning to open a Destination Management & Promotion Organization (DMMO) with the support of the Greek Tourism Ministry.

Ionian Islands Look Towards a Sustainable Destination Management Plan

The Ionian Islands Region is looking to implement a sustainable destination development plan to drive tourism growth and improve competitiveness.

Ionian Island Council Ups Funding for Waterway Projects

The Ionian Island Regional Council will increase the budget for waterway projects on the islands of Lefkada, Meganissi, Kefalonia and Ithaki.

Rhodes, Ionian Isles Mark Record-breaking Tourist Arrivals in Sept 2018

Rhodes and the Ionian Islands are breaking incoming tourism records for September with flows continuing strong into October.

Ionian Islands Expect Increasing Tourist Inflows from The Netherlands

All the more Dutch travelers appear to have their sights set on holidays in Greece and particularly in the Ionian, according to the region's officials.

Tourist Traffic to Ionian Isles on Upward Trend 

Tourist arrivals to the Ionian islands, including Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Corfu, grew by 12.1 percent in the first six months of 2017.

Greece to Roll Out its Best at WTM London 2015

Greece will attend the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, the leading global and must-attend four-day business-to-business exhibition for the worldwide travel and tourism industry. WTM 2015 will open its doors on Monday, 2 November, at ExCeL – London and run until Thursday, 5...

Greece Gets Ready to Attend ITB Berlin 2015

Greece is getting ready to attend the ITB Berlin 2015, the leading trade fair for the worldwide travel industry, with quite a few events planned. ITB Berlin 2015 will take place from March 4 to March 8.

Greece @ WTM 2014 – Photo Report by GTP

The 35th World Travel Market (WTM), held 3-6 November on the fairgrounds of ExCeL–London, sent out positive messages for another good year for Greek tourism.