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Greece to Tap into TikTok to Reach New Tourist Markets

The Greek Tourism Ministry will be tapping into TikTok and new media to promote Greece to new markets.

Northern Greece Breaks Record in Tourist Arrivals by Road

Tourists from Bulgaria led the new road arrival record in Northern Greece marking a 31.6 percent rise over 2022.

Greece a Top Pick for the World’s Wealthy Wishing to Migrate

Greece is a top destination of choice by wealthy or high-net-worth individuals wishing to migrate, found a recent survey.

Greece Luxury Property Market Winning Over Buyers

Greece ranks 7th among the Top 15 countries with a projected inflow of 1,200 high-net-worth buyers for 2023.

Greece Sets Up Online Boat and Yacht Charter System

Greece has opened a new charter permission system for international recreational boats and vessels.

Greece’s Investor Visa Scheme Brings in €1.5b in Revenues in 2023

The number of applications for Greece’s residence by investment program increased by 117% in the first 11 months of 2023.

Short-term Rentals to Pay New Tax to Municipalities from 2024

Short-term rental properties in Greece are now obliged to pay a stayover duty in favor of municipalities.

Alpha Bank: Tourism Key Driver of Greece’s Economic Recovery in 2023

Tourism played a decisive role in Greece’s post-Covid recovery and is set to support growth in the coming years, found a report.

Greece’s New Tourism Land Use Bill Sets Terms for Airbnbs and Uninhabited Islands

A new spatial planning bill in Greece sets limits to Airbnb-style operations.

The Economist Names Greece ‘Country of the Year’ for 2023

British weekly The Economist has named Greece ‘Country of the Year’ for 2023 for its resilience.

INSETE: 5 Greek Regions Account for 90% of Country’s Tourism Revenues

Greece’s tourism revenues reached 24 billion euros in 2022 contributing 11.5% directly to Greece’s GDP.

Minister: New Athens Metro to Save Commuters Time, Ease Traffic

The extension of the Athens metro network is expected to save commuters time, ease traffic and air pollution.

New Tourism Spatial Planning Bill Divides Greece into Zones

A new spatial planning bill in tourism divides the country into five zones based on saturation levels and sets development limits.

Greek Hoteliers Admit Need to Tap Into New Technologies and AI

Greek hoteliers acknowledge the need to integrate new technologies into their working models in order to remain competitive.

Greece’s Shipping Ministry Sets Priorities for 2024

The Greek Shipping Ministry is aiming in 2024 to upgrade maritime education, enhance port safety and digitize services.

Greece to Launch New Round of Funding for Tourism Businesses

Greece is expected to announce a new round of funding supporting new very small, small and medium-sized tourism enterprises.

Heraklion Port Authority Majority Stake Goes to Grimaldi Group

The Heraklion Port Authority share purchase agreement with Grimaldi Group was finalized this week.

Minister: Greece Setting High Sustainability Goals in Tourism

The Greek Tourism Ministry is looking ahead to a new era setting high sustainability goals.

Minister: Athens – Attica Top Global Destinations Thanks to Quality Hospitality Services

The high quality of hospitality services offered have established Athens and Attica as leading choices for international travelers.

Greece and UAE to Cooperate on Making Poros Next GR-eco Island

Greece and the United Arab Emirates agreed to work together on transforming Poros into the country’s next smart energy island.