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Greece Appoints Ioanna Dretta as Interim Tourism Minister

Greece’s interim Tourism Minister Ioanna Dretta took over her new post from Vassilis Kikilias during a handover ceremony on Friday.

CLIA: Cruise Tourism is an Opportunity for Greek Travel Agents

Travel agents in Greece should view cruise tourism as an opportunity to increase or diversify their offer, according to Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) Andy Harmer, Managing Director, UK & Ireland.

Grivalia Hospitality: Greek Luxury Tourism, Glamping Projects Coming Soon

Grivalia Hospitality has a number of tourism investment projects in Greece in the making, including a glamping site and luxury hotel units.

Avant Mar: Paros to Welcome New 5-star Hotel with Matsuhisa Restaurant in July

The Avant Mar, a new 5-star hotel on Paros that will feature the internationally renowned signature restaurant “Matsuhisa”, will open its doors in July.

Yiannis Retsos Signs Off as SETE President, Announces Future Plans

SETE President Yiannis Retsos will hand over the reins of the Greek Tourism Confederation on May 31 following two, successive, full terms.

Thessaloniki’s New Cruise Terminal to Welcome Passengers in June

A new cruise terminal at the port of Thessaloniki is near completion and this summer will be up and running to welcome passengers.

Greece Invites Tourists to Live ‘A Life-changing Experience’

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) has launched a new promotional campaign to inspire travelers to visit Greece this season.

GNTO Helps Greece Achieve ‘Miracle’ Tourism Recovery post-COVID

The major role the GNTO played in the post-pandemic recovery of Greece’s tourism industry was presented on Thursday.

Greece Sees Yachting as Powerful Tool for Economic Growth

Greece has all the features that make it one of the most attractive destinations for yachting in Europe, according to the Tourism Ministry.

WHO: Covid-19 is No Longer a Global Health Emergency

Covid-19 is now an established and ongoing health issue which no longer constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Athens’ Acropolis Hill Hotel Brings Nature to its Guests Through Art

Aiming to help its guests feel more relaxed and closer to nature, the Acropolis Hill hotel in Athens has brought the outdoors straight to its premises... through art!

Civitel Aiming for its Corporate Hotels to Stand Out as Best in Athens – Interview with Dimitra Koumpouni, GM

Civitel Hotels GM Dimitra Koumpouni is aiming to take the group's Olympic, Attik and Esprit hotels in Athens to the next level.

Interview – Anna Kalogeropoulou: ‘TBEX Event will Lead Peloponnese Tourism to a New Era’

Kalamata in the Peloponnese is ready to welcome hundreds of travel bloggers and journalists from around the world to TBEX Europe 2023.

Thessaloniki: Cruise Tourism Success a Result of Fruitful Partnerships

Building successful partnerships among key stakeholders in Thessaloniki helped place the Greek destination on the world cruise map.

Greek PM Presents Tourism Goals: 12-month Season, Annual Revenue of €30bn

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis unveiled goals for tourism should New Democracy secure a second term in the upcoming elections.

Cruise Tourism: Thessaloniki is Open For Business

With a new cruise terminal in the works, the Greek city of Thessaloniki is open and ready to do business with international cruise companies.

Piraeus Port: Cruise Business Back to Normal, 2022 Best Year of Revenue

2022 was the best year ever for Piraeus Port in both revenue and profitability with the cruise segment leading the way.

Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum: Smaller Islands on the Radar of Major Luxury Cruise Companies

Smaller islands are on the radar of major luxury cruise companies but their inclusion on itineraries is not without challenges, according to industry professionals at the recent 7th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Thessaloniki.

Korean Air Resumes Charter Flights to Greece After Three-year Hiatus

Seoul-based airline Korean Air will carry out charter flights to Greece in May following a three-year suspension due to the pandemic.

Study Sees Thessaloniki’s Annual Cruise Tourism Revenue Reaching €10.8m

Cruise tourism in Thessaloniki is estimated to generate 10.8 million euros in annual revenue, according to a study presented at the 7th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum.