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Elitour: Greece can Play a Leading Role in Thermal Tourism

Greece has significant thermal tourism potential due to its high-quality thermal springs, according to the Greek Health Tourism Council – Elitour.

Greece and China Explore Cooperation in Medical Tourism Field

Greece can be an attractive destination for people traveling for health reasons, according to Elitour President George Patoulis.

Elitour: George Patoulis Appointed President of Greek Health Tourism Council for 3rd Term

Athens Medical Association Chairman George Patoulis has been re-elected president of the Greek Health Tourism Council – Elitour for a third term.

Greece – Ethiopia Explore Cooperation in Health Tourism

Greece explored ways to tap into health tourism from African countries during the Global Doctors' Hippocratic Institute week in Addis Ababa.

Gaia Festival 2023 to Celebrate Culture and Land of Attica

Attica’s past, present and future will be promoted at the “Attica Gaia Festival | New Thesmoforia” event during September 16-24.

Attica Shares its Gastronomy with Foodies at NatGeo Festival in UK

Attica’s unique culinary offerings were introduced at the 2023 National Geographic Traveller Food Festival in London.

Greece Names 2023 IVF Year to Promote Health Tourism

As part of ongoing efforts to promote Greece’s health tourism advantages, the Greek Health Tourism Council Elitour will name 2023 the “In Vitro Fertilization Year”.  

Greece Preparing Bill for New Health Tourism Products & Medical Visa

Greece is preparing a new bill to create a medical visa and health ministry-certified clinics to provide specialized services at large tourist resorts.

ProWein 2023: Attica Region Takes Part in Top Wine Event in Germany

Attica Region participated in Germany’s ProWein wine exhibition for the fourth consecutive year, showcasing eight wine producers.

Attica: Tourism Tops Agenda of Talks with Lithuania’s New Ambassador to Greece

Attica’s governor and Lithuania’s ambassador to Greece have agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations in tourism, entrepreneurship and shipping.

Greece to Enhance Tourism Offering with Health & Wellness Products

Greece is taking actions to further enhance the tourist experience with health and wellness products.

Greece Aiming to Take Tourism a Step Further with DMMOs

Greece is looking to create DMMOs for destinations to better market their tourism products, build their brand and elevate the visitor experience.

Attica Region: Hundreds of Infrastructure Works to Start in 2023

Hundreds of infrastructure projects, including road, anti-flooding works and energy upgrades, are set to kick off in the Attica region in 2023.

Greece to Open GNTO Branch in Melbourne, Australia

Α new Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) branch will be opening in Melbourne, Australia, Greek officials have announced.

Attica Region Counts on Healthy Cities to Promote Wellness Tourism

Healthy cities and regions can play a decisive role in the development of health and wellness tourism policies, says Attica Region Governor George Patoulis.

Attica Region is Europe’s Leading Sustainable Tourism Destination for 2022

The Region of Attica was named Europe’s Leading Sustainable Tourism Destination for 2022 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) European Gala Ceremony.

Athens-Sounio Coastal Roadway Gets Upgrade

One of Attica’s most scenic drives, the coastal Athens-Sounio roadway is being upgraded to ensure safer conditions, authorities have announced.

Elitour and Greek Hotels Agree to Develop Health & Wellness Tourism

The Greek Health Tourism Council Elitour has teamed up with the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels for the creation of travel packages offering health, spa and wellness tourism options.

Elitour and Athens Airport Team Up to Promote Health Tourism

Greek Health Tourism Council Elitour and Athens International Airport (AIA) agreed to work together to develop travel packages complete with benefits for medical tourism travelers.

Greece Puts Health, Medical Tourism High on Agenda

The development of health and medical tourism in Greece is among the immediate priorities of the Greek Tourism Ministry, according to deputy tourism minister, Sofia Zacharaki.