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EEA: Greece in Europe’s Top 3 for the ‘Excellent’ Quality of its Swimming Waters  

Greece is once again in Europe’s Top 3 countries for the excellent quality of its swimming waters, the European Bathing Water Quality report found.

Eleonas’ Intercity KTEL Bus Depot Project Moves to Next Phase

The Eleonas intercity KTEL bus depot project has moved to the next phase after environmental terms were approved.

Greece Declares 3-Day National Mourning for Pylos Shipwreck Refugee Deaths

Greece declares national mourning after a boat carrying hundreds of refugees sunk in international waters off the shores of Pylos.

Hundreds of Small Family-owned Hotels in Greece Up for Grabs

More than 200 mostly family-owned hotels in Greece are being sold off to the best bidders as owners are unable to cope with rising costs.

Study: Greece Tourism Prospect Strong but More Needs to be Done

Greece is among the world’s top 5 tourism brands but more needs to be done for the country to maintain its strong standing.

Greece Opens New Round of Tourism Business Funding  

Tourism business owners active in Greece can now apply for funding and grants under a second round of support.

Plans for Amateur Panathinaikos Sports Club Facilities Approved

Plans for the facilities that will house Athens’ amateur Panathinaikos sports club were approved this week.

ETC: Greece a Top Choice for Long-haul Travelers in May-August 2023

Travelers from Canada, Australia, Brazil, and the US name Greece a long-haul destination of choice for 2023.

Three Iconic Squares in Athens Changing to Welcome New Metro Line

The Municipality of Athens will be launching an open competitions for the revamp of three central squares ahead new metro operations.

TBEX Europe 2023 Brings Added Value to Peloponnese Region and Greece

The TBEX Europe 2023 event, held recently in Kalamata, created added value for the city, the Peloponnese Region and Greece.

Greece a Top Residence-by-investment Option

Greece is among the Top 10 countries to buy real estate for residence, but missing out on the Russian market.

Study Reveals the Tourist ‘Types’ that Pick Thessaloniki for Holidays

Art lovers, active types and foodies are among the ‘travel tribes’ that select Thessaloniki as their holiday destination.

Greece Preparing Bill for New Health Tourism Products & Medical Visa

Greece is preparing a new bill to create a medical visa and health ministry-certified clinics to provide specialized services at large tourist resorts.

Commission: Greece’s Economic Growth Forecast Above EU Average

The European Commission expects the Greek economy to grow at a rate that exceeds the eurozone and EU average in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Greece’s Evia Seaplane Network Gets New Port Permits

The seaplane network on Evia island in Greece is moving ahead with more port permit approvals.

Greek Court Puts Three Piraeus Port Extension Projects on Hold

Greece’s highest court decides to suspend three key investment projects at Piraeus Port after calls by residents.  

Greece’s Short-term Rental Players Discuss Best Practices

For the first time in Greece, short-term rental operators sat down at the same table with the public revenue body to discuss best practices.

Greek PM Pledges 260 Upgrade Projects for Ionian Islands

A total of 260 projects, many related to tourism, have been planned for the Ionian islands.

Campaign Period Officially Begins in Greece Ahead of May 21 Polls

Pre-election period officially begins in Greece in the run-up to May 21 national polls.

Greece Enters Pre-election Period on April 22

Greece announced that it will be entering pre-election period ahead of May 21 national polls.