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Greece’s Hoteliers to Take Music Quota Decision to Court if Needed  

Hoteliers in Greece are warning that they will be taking a recent Culture Ministry bill setting a Greek music quota to court if the bill is not withdrawn.

SETE Urges Culture Minister to ‘Reconsider’ Controversial Greek Music Quota Bill

Following Greece’s hoteliers, SETE is also calling on the Culture Ministry to drop a controversial Greek-language music quota bill.

ITB Berlin: Travel and Tourism Can No Longer Ignore AI

ITB Berlin cast the spotlight this year on artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential in travel and tourism business.

ITB Berlin 2024: German Tour Operators See Greece as Top Choice this Year

Tour operators alltours and TUI named Greece as a top choice for German travelers this year during the ITB Berlin 2024 trade show.

Greek Hoteliers Slam Culture Ministry’s Music Quota Requirement

Greek hoteliers are up in arms over a Culture Ministry bill that requires hotels to play a minimum of 45% Greek songs and music in public areas.

Greece’s Goal to Extend Tourism Season Paying Off, Says Study

Greece’s goal to extend the season is paying off with some 9.3 million tourists visiting the country in the fall last year, up by 6% over 2019.

Greek Lawmakers Take Action to Protect Public Beach Access

For the first time, Greece will introduce steep fines for obstructing access to public beaches.

Study: Investments in Culture Support Tourism, Boost Greek Economy

For every one euro spent on culture in Greece, 3.44 euros return to the state supporting tourism and the economy, found a study.

Greece – India Embark on a New Chapter After Greek PM’s Visit

Greece and India have agreed to work together in tourism as part of renewed efforts to strengthen ties.

Environmental Groups in Greece Call on Gov’t to Protect Shorelines

Environment groups in Greece are up in arms over a decision by the Greek Finance Ministry to do away with a clause that foresees the protection of the shoreline.

Commission Sees Growth for Greece Stable at 2.3% in 2024

The Greek economy will continue to grow at a steady pace in 2024 on the back of a 2.2 percent rise in 2023, said the European Commission.

Greece Needs to Upgrade Infrastructure for Conference Tourism to Take Off

Greece needs to upgrade infrastructure to boost conference tourism which could generate as much as 1 billion euros in revenues annually.

Greek PM: Golden Visa Limit to Increase for Large Cities and Islands

Greece's PM admits there is a housing problem but said the country’s golden visa program is not to blame.

Greece is Making a Dynamic Comeback in Europe, Says Minister

Greece is regaining its position in Europe and entering a new era thanks to a number of key infrastructure and transport projects.

Greece to Change Golden Visa Rules, Increase Investment Limit

Greece will be changing its Golden visa rules to attract more ‘significant investments’ and to ensure market balance.

Key Infrastructure Projects on Crete to Facilitate Tourism

Major infrastructure projects set to facilitate tourism to Crete, including the completion of the highly anticipated Kastelli Airport, are moving ahead.

Shoreline Use Bill in Greece Open for Public Consultation

A shoreline use bill in Greece which foresees stricter penalties and e-auctions for beach use is now open for public comment.

ACI Europe: Athens Airport Among Best Performing in 2023

Athens Airport was among those in its size group in Europe to report the best passenger traffic performance in 2023.

Three Key Infrastructure Projects Underway in Thessaloniki

Three key infrastructure projects in Thessaloniki are moving ahead as scheduled and once completed will give the port city a new lease on life.

Greece Sets Tapping into Cruise Segment High on the Agenda

The Greek tourism and shipping ministries have prioritized policies that will increase cruise ship arrivals in 2024 and safeguard destinations.