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Greek Marinas Association Elects New Board, Stavros Katsikadis Re-elected as President

Stavros Katsikadis, CEO of LAMDA Flisvos Marina, was re-elected as the president of the Greek Marinas Association (GMA).

Piraeus Port Sees ‘Impressive’ 85% Increase in Cruise Passengers in Jan-Aug

The port in Piraeus, the largest port in Greece and one of the largest in Europe, saw a 85% increase in cruise passengers from January to August.

Blue Horizon: Attica Group CEO Resigns After Drowning of Antonis Karyotis

Attica Group CEO Spyros Paschalis stepped down from his position on Thursday following the tragic death of Antonis Karyotis at the port of Piraeus.

Man Drowns in Piraeus Port After Being Pushed Off Blue Horizon Ferry

A 36-year-old man died after being forcefully pushed off a ferry departing from Piraeus Port.

Celestyal Cruises Honors First Responders in Greece with 25% Discount Offer

Celestyal Cruises offers 25% discount to Greek first responders for wildfire relief.

CLIA to Host Innovation Expo and European Summit in Genoa

CLIA Innovation Expo and European Summit to focus on innovation, sustainability, and community in Genoa, Italy.

Celebrity Cruises: New Culinary, Beverage Experiences on New ‘Ascent’ Ship

Redesigned restaurants, expanded menus and new cocktails will be just a few of the surprises for guests on the Celebrity Ascent this November.

MEDYS 2024: Dates Announced for 9th Mediterranean Yacht Show in Nafplio

The 9th edition of the Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS) will be held in Nafplio from April 27 to May 1, 2024.

Greece-Cyprus Ferry Connection to Resume May 31

The ferry linking Cyprus with Greece will resume operations on May 31 and once again connect Limassol to Piraeus, according to Scandro Holding Ltd.

‘Adriatic Sea Forum – Cruise, Ferry, Sail & Yacht 2023’ Event Returns to Dubrovnik in May

During May 4-5, Dubrovnik will host the “Adriatic Sea Forum – Cruise, Ferry, Sail & Yacht 2023”, the international event dedicated to sea tourism in the Adriatic organised by Risposte Turismo.

Celestyal Removes Covid-19 Vaccination, Recovery Certificate Rule for Cruises

Celestyal has announced the immediate removal of requirements for proof of valid Covid-19 vaccination or recovery certificates for cruise passengers.

Risposte Turismo: Adriatic to See Growth in Sea Tourism in 2023

The year 2023 will be a year of growth for cruise traffic, ferry traffic and nautical tourism in the Adriatic, according to the latest Adriatic Sea Tourism Report published by Risposte Turismo.

Adriatic’s Cruise, Ferry and Yacht Players to Meet at Maritime Forum in Bari, Italy

Players in the cruise, ferry and nautical sectors from the seven countries flanking the Adriatic will gather in Bari, Italy, for the 5th edition of the Adriatic Sea Forum during October 6-7.

Olympic Yacht Show 2022 to Open in Lavrio on October 7

The Olympic Yacht Show is returning to Lavrio in October for its second edition, which is expected to be bigger and more diverse.

Thessaloniki to Host 2023 Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum

The prestigious Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum will take place for the first time in the Greek port city of Thessaloniki in 2023.

Greece Sets Aside €160m for Tourism Ports Upgrade

The Greek Tourism Ministry plans to use 160 million euros from the RRF recovery fund to upgrade the country’s tourism ports by 2025.

Greece Praised for Cruise Tourism Restart Initiative

Global cruise industry stakeholders have praised Greece for its initiatives to help restart cruise travel after Covid-19.

GNTO: Covid-19 an Opportunity to Move Towards Sustainable Tourism

The Covid-19 pandemic could serve as a springboard to accelerate Greece’s transition to more sustainable tourism practices, GNTO President Angela Gerekou said.

Vouliagmeni Marina to Get Upgrade to Accommodate Super and Mega Yachts

The Vouliagmeni marina, located south of Athens’ center, is set to undergo major upgrade works with the aim to attract super and mega yachts.

Greece Announces New Marina in Halkidiki

A new marina to go up in the area of Sithonia in Halkidiki, Northern Greece, has received the green light following a joint ministerial decision.