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Google Flights: Athens in Top 10 Travel Destinations for Summer 2024

Athens is one of the top travel destinations this summer for travelers from the United States, according to data from Google Flights.

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.

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.

Music-themed MEDLEY Hotel Opens its Doors in Athens

The MEDLEY Hotel Athens has opened its doors in the center of Athens, offering guests high-quality accommodation inspired by the Greek music scene.

Four ‘Smart’ Greek Cities Awarded EU Mission Label

Four Greek cities have been awarded the EU Mission Label, which recognizes their plans to achieve climate neutrality by 2030.

Luxury Hotels in Greece See Revenues Rise in H2 2023

Revenues per room for luxury hotels in Athens and Thessaloniki rose by 25% in the second half of 2023 reflecting a strong demand for upscale travel.

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.

Tempi: Athens City Council Approves Monument for Train Crash Victims

A monument for the victims of the Tempi railway accident on February 28, 2023, will be built in Athens, according to the city's local authority.

SKY Express Receives 3 Top Distinctions for Performance in 2023

SKY express received three notable distinctions from Athens International Airport for its performance in 2023 on scheduled flights to and from the Greek capital.

Austrian Holidaymakers Picking Greece Again this Year

Austrian travelers are choosing Greece again this year with prebookings already marking double-digit increases.

Cirium: AEGEAN Among Europe’s Most On-Time Airlines

AEGEAN had the best on-time performance in Europe in January and the third best in February.

Skyscanner: 5 Destinations in Greece Trending This Year

Athens, Zakynthos, Mykonos, Heraklion and Corfu are among the top destinations for travelers using Skyscanner this year.

GNTO: UK Travel Professionals, Media Show High Interest in Olympia

UK tourism professionals, media representatives and influencers have expressed a great interest to visit and promote Olympia, Greece, to British travelers.

Aria Hotels: Revamped ‘La Divina’ Ready to Welcome Visitors in Athens

The fully renovated historic hotel "La Divina" on Adrianou Street in Thissio, Athens, will open its doors and welcome visitors as of April 1.

Athens Airport Welcomes Royal Jordanian’s New Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft

Royal Jordanian introduced its new Embraer 195 E2 Jet aircraft to passengers at Athens International Airport (AIA).

Time Out: Troon Street, Athens, is One of the World’s Coolest Streets

Troon Street, located in the neighborhood of Petralona in Athens, has been included on the "World's 30 Coolest Streets for 2024" list by Time Out magazine.

ITA Airways Awarded as Fastest Growing Airline in Western Europe Market for 2023

ITA Airways was honored with the title of “Fastest Growing Airline in Western Europe” for 2023 by Athens International Airport.

Report: Hotels in Athens Mark Strongest Value Growth in Europe in 2023

Hotels in Athens reported the strongest value growth among 33 cities in Europe in 2023, according to the European Hotel Valuation Index by HVS.

Attica to Rebrand to ‘Greater Athens Region’, Says Governor

Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias aims to tap into Athens’ global reputation to reintroduce the wider region as a leading tourism destination.