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Athens’ Historic Esperia Palace Opens as NYX-branded Hotel After €25 Million Revamp

The historic Esperia Palace has re-entered Athens’ hospitality scene as a member of the NYX brand under the Leonardo hotel chain of Israel’s Fattal Hotel Group.

‘Halkidiki is Perfect for the Zoëtry Brand’ – Interview with Javier Coll, Group President at Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection

Javier Coll, Group President at Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection, gives us a “sneak preview” of the Zoëtry Halkidiki that is set to open in 2024.

IFTM Tourism Expo: Greece Has a Full Agenda of Meetings in Paris

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis are going to Paris to promote Greece during the IFTM Top Resa 2023, France’s major event for tourism professionals.

AEGEAN Announces Largest-ever Winter Schedule, Adds New Routes for 2023/2024

Greek flag carrier AEGEAN is launching its largest-ever winter schedule that includes 9 new routes and 3 new countries.

Greece Celebrates World Tourism Day 2023, Highlights Importance of Green Investments

On World Tourism Day 2023, Greek tourism figures underlined the need for green investments to build a sector that delivers for the people.

First ‘MICHELIN Guide Athens’ Launches, Boosts City’s Status as Culinary Destination

The first MICHELIN Guide Athens includes a selection of restaurants in the city that offer unique experiences.

Greece’s Hotel Sector Reacts Strongly to Stayover Tax Upcoming Increase

The Greek government’s intention to increase the “stayover tax” has sparked reactions from hoteliers.

European Commission Blocks Booking’s Acquisition of Etraveli Group

The EU has blocked a Booking-Etraveli merger deal, citing that it would allow Booking to strengthen its dominant position on the market for hotel OTAs.

10 Urban Roof: Radisson Blu Park Opens New Culinary Destination in Athens

The Radisson Blu Park Hotel made a stunning addition to Athens’ hospitality scene with the opening of the 10 Urban Roof restaurant bar.

Greece to Raise Stayover Tax at Hotels, Charge VAT to Airbnb Hosts

The “stayover tax" charged at Greek hotels will rise and Airbnb hosts with 3 or more properties will be subject to VAT.

PM Mitsotakis: Measures to Deal with Natural Disasters in Greece

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlined the government’s priorities and announced measures to deal with natural disasters in Greece.

Greece Aiming for More Israeli Tourists, Athens Welcoming Record Numbers

Greece is aiming to become the first tourism destination of choice for Israelis.

Athenian Riviera Attracting More Luxury Property Seekers

Demand for luxury properties on the Athenian Riviera in Greece soared during January-June, says Greece Sotheby’s International Realty.

Greek Airports in Europe’s Top 5 Best Performing in July 2023

Greek airports this July reported a 14.8% increase in passenger traffic and came in third among the top 5 best-performing in Europe.

EU to Support Greece with €2.25bn for Damages from Deadly Floods

The European Commission will mobilize all available EU resources to support Greece after the disasters caused by Storm Daniel.

Costa Navarino: Next Investments Focused on Alternative Tourism, Themed Hotels

New investments at Costa Navarino after the opening of Greece's first Mandarin Oriental hotel and the Navarino Agora.

Thessaloniki’s Tourism Boom Set to Continue

Tourism in the Greek northern city of Thessaloniki has come a long way over the last decade, according to the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization.

AEGEAN Extends Partnership with Emirates for Athens-New York Flights

Emirates and AEGEAN have announced the expansion of their codeshare agreement, by adding the Athens-New York (Newark) route.

Athens Flair: World Luxury Hotel Awards Nominee for 2023 – Cast Your Vote!

The Athens Flair, a boutique hotel in the upscale Kolonaki district, has been nominated for three prestigious 2023 World Luxury Hotel Awards.

‘Rhodes, What You Love is Here’ Tourism Campaign Goes Live

A new campaign promoting Rhodes as an attractive tourism destination has gone live.