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Greece Takes Step to Upgrade Tourism Education

Greece’s Tourism Ministry will be upgrading vocational tourism training schools to higher learning institutes as part of efforts to expand education in the field.

Pieria Hoteliers Team Up with Greeks of Romania to Promote Destination

Τhe Pieria Hoteliers Association signed a MoU with the Union of Romanian Greeks to further promote the destination of Pieria and strengthen ties with the diaspora.

Greece Boosts Presence in Dutch Market as Travel Demand Rises

Halkidiki, Thessaloniki, Pieria and the Region of Central Macedonia teamed up to promote their tourism offerings at Vakantiebeurs 2024.

Greece Heightens Drive to Retrieve Stolen Items Including Parthenon Marbles

Greece is heightening its drive to retrieve cultural assets that have been illegally removed from the country key among these the Parthenon Marbles.

Greece Presents the World with the Restored ‘Parthenon of Macedonia’

After 16 years of restoration work, the palace of King Phillip II in Aigai, Macedonia, Greece, opened its doors to the public.

Return of Parthenon Marbles to Greece is a National Goal, Says Minister

Culture Minister Lina Mendoni reiterated the Greek government’s call for the return of the Parthenon Marbles to Greece.

Central Macedonia Region a Frontrunner in Sustainable Travel Experiences

Greece’s Central Macedonia Region sets the example as a sustainable tourism destination.

Greece’s F&B Sector Recovers Fully in Q1 2023

Greece’s food and beverages sector fully recovered in the first quarter of 2023 compared to same period in pre-Covid 2019.

Mountain Tourism: Polish Influencer Climbs Mt Olympus in Central Macedonia

Gathering material for an upcoming book, Polish author Monika Witkowska climbed Mount Olympus and reached Mytikas, its highest peak, at 2,917 meters.

Central Macedonia Film Office Attends Cannes Film Market

The Central Macedonia Region Film Office introduced the region as a prime filming destination during this year’s Cannes Film Market.

Thessaloniki Archaeological Museum Launches New App for Digital Tours

The Thessaloniki Archaeological Museum has launched the “Museum on the Go” app, revolutionizing visitor engagement with ancient history and artifacts.

Thessaloniki’s New Cruise Passenger Terminal Begins Operations

Thessaloniki’s new cruise passenger terminal, located in a renovated building at the city’s port, has commenced operations.

Thessaloniki’s New Cruise Terminal to Welcome Passengers in June

A new cruise terminal at the port of Thessaloniki is near completion and this summer will be up and running to welcome passengers.

Thessaloniki: Cruise Tourism Success a Result of Fruitful Partnerships

Building successful partnerships among key stakeholders in Thessaloniki helped place the Greek destination on the world cruise map.

Thessaloniki Shows its Best to Italy’s ΕLLE, Donna Moderna Magazines

The best that Thessaloniki and the surrounding areas of the Central Macedonia Region have to offer visitors was promoted to Italian media.

GNTO: Travelers from Spain, Latin America are Booking Holidays to Greece this Year

Greece this year is on the bucket lists of travelers from Spain and markets of Latin America, according to feedback from the Fitur 2023 expo provided by the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

Central Macedonia’s Film Office Promotes Region at FOCUS Event in UK

International cinema and TV professionals were recently informed on how big productions can be supported in Central Macedonia through the Region’s established Film Office.

GNTO, Marketing Greece Partner to Run Tourism Campaign on TikTok, Instagram

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) and Marketing Greece have partnered to spread awareness on Greek destinations through social media.

AEGEAN, Fraport Greece have Thessaloniki at Core of Development Plans

Greek carrier AEGEAN and airport operator Fraport Greece have confirmed that the northern Greek city of Thessaloniki remains firmly at the core of their development plans.

Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia Region to Feature in Two New Hollywood Films

Two new Hollywood films are scheduled to be shot in the city of Thessaloniki and other destinations in the Central Macedonia Region.