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UNWTO’s 7th Wine Tourism Conference in Spain to Focus on Innovation, Sustainability, Skills

The 7th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism will be held during November 22-24 in La Rioja, Spain, one of the world’s leading wine regions.

Thessaloniki in the Running to Host UNWTO Global Wine Tourism Conference 2024

The Greek Tourism Ministry is aiming for Thessaloniki to be the host city for the UNWTO Global Wine Tourism Conference 2024.

‘Heraklion-Gastronomy Days 2023’ Food Festival Opens on Crete

The Heraklion-Gastronomy Days 2023 event, which showcases Crete's culinary legacy, will run until September 24.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum a New Stop in Iter Vitis European Cultural Route

The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion has joined the Iter Vitis Cultural Route that is designed to promote wine tourism.

Cyprus Tourism Professionals to ‘Connect’ with Imathia, Central Macedonia

Imathia in Central Macedonia will take center stage at the upcoming “Connect in Cyprus” event to be held by the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) in Nicosia.

Greece in Top 10 Best Countries for Wine Lovers to Visit

Greece is among the top 10 best countries for wine lovers, based on wine consumption, production, vineyard area, tours & tastings and cost.

Oinoxeneia Marks 10-year Anniversary with Wine, Food and Song

The annual Oinoxeneia wine festival marks its 10-year anniversary with dozens of events from August 19 to September 3.

Greece Looks to Attract Travelers from Sweden’s ‘Silver Generation’ Market

Aiming to tap into the market of Swedish retirees, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) showcased its tourism offerings at the Seniordagen 2023 B2C event in Stockholm.

Study: Greece’s Popularity as Wine Tourism Destination on the Up

Greece is gaining popularity for its wine tourism experiences, with a 41% increase in searches for wine tours and tasting in 2022, according to a study by Tourix.

Samos Island’s Culinary Delights Impress Dutch Market

A GNTO gastronomy event dedicated to Samos and the Pythagorean diet wowed Dutch media and tour operators in Amsterdam.

Eastern Halkidiki Travel Packages Introduced to Polish Tour Operators

Polish tour operators were introduced to the diverse travel packages for holidays in Eastern Halkidiki, Northern Greece.

Greece Celebrates World Wine Tourism Day with Free Events

Wineries in Greece on Sunday, November 13, will offer free admission to wine enthusiasts in celebration of World Wine Tourism Day.

Thessaloniki’s Wines Hailed as ‘Liquid Gold’

Thessaloniki’s and Central Macedonia’s wines are hailed as “liquid gold” by Nina Caplan, a renowned influencer of the wine niche.

Greece Wins 3 Spots on 2022 World’s Best Vineyards List

Three Greek wineries are included on the World’s Best Vineyards 2022 list, solidifying Greece’s international recognition as a wine tourism destination.

Naoussa First Greek City to Join Europe’s ‘Iter Vitis’ Wine Cultural Route

The city of Naoussa in Northern Greece has joined the Council of Europe’s “Iter Vitis” Cultural Route, an initiative that safeguards wine biodiversity and strengthens European values.

UNWTO Wine Tourism Conference to Focus on Innovation, Sustainability and Creativity

The World Tourism Organization will hold its 6th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism in Alba in the Piemonte region of Italy during September 19-21.

Region to Promote Attica Wines in US, Canada, Japan

The Attica Region will be taking action to promote wines produced in the area to countries abroad including the United States, Canada and Japan.

Wine & Spirits: 3 Wineries in Greece Among World’s Top 100 for 2022

Three wineries in Greece have been named among the world's top 100 wineries of 2022 by Wine & Spirits Magazine.

Hotels in Greece Sign Deal to Promote Branded Greek Wines

Greece’s hoteliers have joined forces with local wine producers to promote branded Greek wines as part of efforts to upgrade the wine tourism experience.

Michelin-Starred Chef Ollie Dabbous Presents Greece’s Wines at London Event

Michelin-starred Chef Ollie Dabbous presented the wine routes and varieties of four Greek regions – Macedonia, Peloponnese, Cyclades and Crete - to foreign journalists in London.