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Greece Expects Cruise Arrivals to Increase in 2023

On the back of a very good tourism year in 2022, Greece is expecting cruise arrivals to increase by 15% in 2023.

Passengers Rank Thessaloniki ‘Makedonia’ Airport Among Best in Europe

Thessaloniki “Makedonia” Airport was ranked among the best in Europe in the annual Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey by ACI World.

Bookings to Greece from Austria Heat Up at Ferien-Messe Wien 2023 Trade Fair

Greece is a leading holiday destination for Austrian travelers this year with demand increasing.

Makedonia Palace in Thessaloniki, Greece, Joins WorldHotels’ Portfolio

The Makedonia Palace hotel in Thessaloniki has joined WorldHotels, becoming the first hotel in Greece to join the prestigious brand.

Thessaloniki: Tender Launched for Upgrade of 10 Commercial Streets

Thessaloniki will invest 30 million euros to upgrade ten commercial streets with more greenery, smart city features and accessibility improvements.

Greece’s Hospitality Sector Starting Point for Partnerships in Tourism

Greece’s hospitality sector could become the ideal starting point for partnerships in tourism, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

ITB Berlin: Prebookings from Germany to Halkidiki Up by 19% Over 2019

Prebookings for Halkidiki by German travelers are up 19% compared to pre-Covid 2019 levels, according to feedback collected by the destination’s tourism organization at this year’s ITB Berlin expo.

WorldHotels Launches in Greece with Iconic Makedonia Palace in Thessaloniki

The Makedonia Palace Hotel in Thessaloniki has joined the WorldHotels Luxury collection as the brand’s first hotel in Greece.

Thessaloniki Mayor Honors First Responders to Tempi Train Crash and Quake-hit Turkey

Thessaloniki’s mayor honored Greece’s rescuers who were on the front lines of the response to the train accident in Tempi and the earthquake in Turkey.

Kyvernitis Travel-AMEX GBT Announces Actions to Strengthen Branch in Thessaloniki

Kyvernitis Travel S.A., the official representative of American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) in Greece, has announced targeted actions to strengthen its branch in Thessaloniki.

ACI World: Athens and Thessaloniki Airports Among Best Worldwide for Customer Experience

The airports of Athens and Thessaloniki have been recognized among the best worldwide for offering excellent customer experience.

Zeus International Wins Big at Greek Hotel of the Year Awards 2023

Zeus International Hotels and Resorts won six awards at the Greek Hotel of the Year Awards 2023 event for exceptional services and experiences on offer.

German Travelers Get to Know Thessaloniki and Halkidiki at f.re.e Travel and Leisure Fair

The tourism organizations of Thessaloniki and Halkidiki promoted unique travel experiences to the Germans at the f.re.e exhibition in Munich.

Thessaloniki’s ‘Park for All’ in Toumba Expected to Open in Summer

Thessaloniki's new inclusive green space for all, which will include a special area for people with disabilities, is expected to open in the summer.

Detrop 2023 Expo: Greece Should Focus on Olive Tourism Potential

The Peloponnese Region sees a great potential in the development of a Greek special interest tourism product that focuses on olive oil and developing it into a dynamic travel trend.

Thessaloniki: Building Permit for Holocaust Museum Gets Pre-approved

Authorities in Thessaloniki have approved a pre-permit for the construction of the planned Holocaust Museum of Greece.

Thessaloniki’s Local Products Promoted at 12th Int’l Culinary Competition of Southern Europe

Thessaloniki’s local products were in the spotlight at the 12th International Culinary Competition of Southern Europe that took place at the Detrop Oenos food and wine exhibition.

Thessaloniki and Halkidiki Shine at ΙΜΤΜ Tourism Expo in Israel

The popularity of northern Greece’s Thessaloniki and Halkidiki as holiday destinations for Israeli travelers was obvious during the International Mediterranean Tourism Market (IMTM) in Tel Aviv.

BIT Milan Expo Visitors Get a Taste of Halkidiki

The Halkidiki Tourism Organization concluded a successful showing at the BIT Milan Expo, Italy’s most historic international tourism exhibition.

Tourism Stakeholders in Greece-Bulgaria Team Up for CapTour Project  

Medium-sized tourism businesses in Greece and Bulgaria are to benefit from an initiative known as CapTour.