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Attica and Dubai Discuss Tourism Cooperation

The Region of Attica and Dubai are exploring ways to strengthen ties in the tourism field with a focus on gastronomy and health/wellness tourism.

High Court Decision Stops Key Investments at Piraeus Port

Greece’s highest court has temporarily halted important investments at the country’s largest port in Piraeus.

Ministry: Works Underway to Protect Cultural Monuments on Crete

The Greek Culture Ministry will proceed with a number of projects on Crete to protect and upgrade the island’s cultural monuments and landmark sites.

Parnassos Ski Center: Night Skiing on March 25

The Parnassos Ski Center in Central Greece is holding a night skiing event on Friday, March 25.

Kythira’s ‘Astikon’ Joins Historic Cafes Route

The historic “Astikon” café on the Greek island of Kythira has joined the Historic Cafés Route, an organization representing European cafés with a history of over 100 years.

Crete: New Archaeological Museums Coming to Chania and Rethymno

The cities of Chania and Rethymno on the island of Crete, Greece, are to each get their own new archaeological museum.

Report: Greece Among Europe’s Most Friendly Countries

Greece is among Europe’s most friendly countries to live and work, according to a report released by InterNations.

Greece: More Local Traditions Inscribed on National Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Greece’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list now includes seven traditional practices that originate from Corfu, Lefkada, Nisyros, Evritania, Kozani and Kavala.

Greece’s Higher Court Approves Building Terms for Acropolis Area

Greece’s highest court has approved a set of special terms and building restrictions to apply around the Acropolis area in Athens and its neighborhoods.

Katerini, Greece, Joins EU Smart Tourism Destinations Program

The Greek city of Katerini will participate in the EU Smart Tourism Destinations program in an aim to promote its tourism offerings through collaboration with other European destinations.

International Cycling Tour of Hellas to Shine Spotlight on Many Greek Cities

The International Cycling Tour of Hellas will kick off from Crete in April and pass through nine Greek cities before reaching the finish line in Ioannina on May 1.

Greek City Elefsina Among ‘Smart21’ Communities of 2022

The Greek city of Elefsina is on the list of the “Smart21 Communities of the Year” released by the Intelligent Community Forum.

Ukrainian Film About Everyday Life in a Mount Athos Monastery Coming to Greek Cinemas

A film by Ukrainian director Aleksandr Zaporoshchenko about the everyday life of monks in a Mount Athos monastery will soon start screening in Greece.

Crete Favorite 2022 Destination for TUI Customers

Customers of global leisure travel giant TUI Group have selected Crete as their favorite destination overall for 2022.

UK to Ditch All Covid Travel Measures Including PLF

The UK will remove the remaining Covid-19 international travel restrictions for all passengers as of Friday, March 18.

Dodecanese Islands: €42.5m for Restoration of Historic Monuments

The Greek Culture Ministry has announced a 42-million-euro project to restore and promote archaeological sites on the Dodecanese islands.

Larissa Hoteliers Association Re-elects Irini Papaioannou as President

Greek hotelier Irini Papaioannou has been re-elected as president of the Larissa Hoteliers Association.

Greek National Tourism Organization Reopens Branch Office in Spain

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) has reopened its branch office in Spain aiming to promote Greece as a holiday destination to Spanish and Latin American travelers.

Amphipolis: Kasta Tomb to Open to the Public Under Pilot Plan in 2022

Kasta tomb, the largest burial monument discovered at Amphipolis in Central Macedonia, will open its doors this year, Culture Minister Lina Mendoni said.

National Theater of Rhodes to be Restored by 2025

The National Theater of Rhodes will undergo a 17.23 million euros restoration project and is expected to be fully operational by 2025.