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Greece Opens Visa Station on Rhodes to Facilitate Turkish Tourists

In order to facilitate tourists arriving from Turkey under a new visa-on-arrival scheme, Greek authorities opened a visa station on Rhodes.

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.

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.

Study: Less Than Half of Greece’s Businesses Have Digital Transformation Plan

Greece’s businesses still have a long way to go towards full digital transition with costs and lack of specialized human resources making it even harder.

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.

Safety a Top Priority for Property Buyers in Greece, Say Real Estate Experts

Safety, access to parking and public transport are the main factors affecting decisions to buy or rent property in Greece, a country-wide study found.

Piraeus Port Sees Strong Revenues from Cruise, Ferry Travel in 2023

Cruise travel and coastal shipping activities drive Piraeus Port Authority revenues up in 2023.

Upward Trends for Tourist Arrivals by Road, Car Rentals in Greece

The number of tourists arriving by road to Greece is expected to increase this year on the back of a 30.45% rise in road arrivals in 2023.

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.

ETC: Climate Change Impacting Greece’s Online Reputation

Climate change, the fires on Rhodes, the floods, and safety concerns impacted Greece’s online reputation in 2023, according to a report by the European Travel Commission (ETC).

Rhodes: Hoteliers to Spearhead Island’s Sustainability Agenda

Hoteliers on Rhodes will be the first to display the Region of South Aegean's "Co-Lab Sustainable Destination" sustainability seal.

ING: Greece Spearheads Post-Covid Competitiveness in the Eurozone

Greece emerges as a top eurozone performer in terms of competitiveness while Germany and other northern countries are losing ground.

Economist: Greece’s Business Environment Among Top 3 Improving the Fastest

Greece’s business environment is improving the fastest among 82 countries, according to the EIU.

Real Estate Agents React to Greece’s Proposed Golden Visa Changes  

Property market insiders are opposed to the Greek Finance Ministry’s decision to increase the golden visa threshold.

Labor Issues, Wages Top Greek Hoteliers – Minister Meeting Agenda  

Increasing employment in tourism and improving working conditions topped the agenda of talks between Greece’s Labor Minister and hoteliers.

Report: Investments in 5-star Hotels in Greece Double in a Decade

The number of investments in 5-star hotels in Greece has doubled in the last decade reflecting a strong demand for luxury options.

Airbnb Says Millennials Driving Spring Travel Demand in Greece

Millennials in Greece are driving travel demand this spring seeking lesser-known destinations and adventure escapes.