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UNWTO to Help Thassos Rebuild Tourism Sector in Inclusive Way

UNWTO has recently partnered with the Municipality of Thassos to boost tourism in an inclusive way.

Greece – Albania Agree to Work Together for Sustainable Future in Tourism

Greece and Albania have agreed to work together for the sustainable future of tourism.

UNWTO Unites South East Europe Tourism Ministers Around Shared Sustainability Goals

The UNWTO brought together tourism ministers from South East Europe and set the foundations for unprecedented high-level collaboration on projects in the region.

UNWTO and AVIAREPS to Offer Destination Marketing Grants to Five Countries in Europe

UNWTO will work with its affiliate member AVIAREPS to offer grants for destination marketing and research services to five countries in Europe.

‘Treat yourself with… Thessaloniki’ Promo Video Travels Around the World

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization’s latest promo video has “traveled” around the world, informing viewers on everything the Greek northern city has to offer visitors.

WTM London 2022: Ministers’ Summit to Challenge Sector to ‘Rethink Tourism’

Tourism leaders from across the globe will convene for the Ministers’ Summit at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2022 and share their vision for the future of the sector.

Thessaloniki Marks World Tourism Day with New Promo Video

To mark this year’s World Tourism Day, the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization has launched a new promo video inviting travelers to visit Thessaloniki and experience all the Greek city has to offer.

UNWTO Chief: Greece Gets Kudos for Expertise, Experience and Innovation

Expertise, experience and innovation make Greece a leading tourist destination, according to UNWTO Secretary General Zurab Pololikashvili.

Greece Takes Presidency of UNWTO Commission for Europe

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) elected Greece as President of its Commission for Europe (CEU) for 2019-2021.

UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism 2018

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) together with the Ministry of Tourism of Greece and the Region of Central Macedonia organize the 8th UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism in Thessaloniki, on 10-12 October 2018.

Greece Salutes World Tourism Day 2018

On the occasion of World Tourism Day 2018, key figures in Greek tourism underline the importance of tourism and the digital transformation.

UNWTO Partners with FC Barcelona in Areas of Tourism and Sports

The UNWTO and FC Barcelona have signed an agreement, opening the path to their collaboration in the areas of tourism and sports.

UNWTO: International Tourism on Track for a Record Year

Destinations worldwide welcomed 901 million tourist arrivals during the first eight months of 2017, some 56 million more than in the same period of 2016.

WeekenGO: Athens Among ‘Best Cities in the World to Spend a Weekend’

Athens is among the top 100 “Best Cities in the World to Spend a Weekend”, according to a study released by online weekend getaway portal and app weekenGO.

Vote for Greece in UNWTO’s Tourism Video Competition

A promotional video of the Greek National Tourism Organization titled “Greece – A 365-day Destination” will compete in UNWTO's Tourism Video Competition in China.

UNWTO Condemns US Travel Restrictions on Cuba

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) expressed its firm resentment over the decision by the United States Administration to restore travel restrictions with Cuba.

Greece Submits Candidacy for UNWTO Executive Council Position

Greece has submitted its application to occupy one of the seats allocated to the Executive Council of the UNWTO for the years 2018 – 2021.

GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Tryfonopoulos Resigns for UNWTO Position

Dimitris Tryfonopoulos has stepped down as Secretary General of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) to enter a position at the UNWTO.

Greece Celebrates World Tourism Day 2016, Spreads the Word about Accessibility

On the occasion of World Tourism Day on September 27, Greek tourism figures give their messages to mark the importance of Accessible Tourism and the creation of environments that can cater for the needs of all of us.

UNWTO and Partners Launch e-toolkit to Lower Energy Use in Hotels

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and its partners in the Nearly Zero Energy Hotels (neZEH) initiative have launched a new tool aimed at lowering energy use in hotels.
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