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UNESCO Elects Greece to World Heritage Committee

Greece has been elected with 119 votes as a member of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for the next four years.

Nafplio Marina Upgrade to Move Ahead

The marina in Nafplio, the Peloponnese, is on its way to get an upgrade, which will give it a mooring capacity of 210 vessels.

Greek Tourism Promoted to Travel Professionals in Ten German Cities

The GNTO took part in a roadshow and promoted Greece’s tourism offerings to travel professionals in 10 German cities.

SNFCC’s ‘Christmas World’ Comes to Life in December

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center will transform into a Christmas destination in Athens on December 1.

Thessaloniki Making Efforts to Become a Prime Cruise Destination

The Thessaloniki Port Authority is taking action to turn the Greek northern city into a prime cruise destination.

Ancient Olympia to Get Strategic Tourism Plan

Ancient Olympia will implement a set of innovative actions for the branding and promotion of its archaeological site.

Athens Kicks Off Holiday Season with Christmas Tree Lighting

The Municipality of Athens lit up an impressive 19-meter tall Christmas tree at the city’s central Syntagma Square, marking the start of the holiday season in the Greek capital.

Aristotle Municipality Looks to Grow Religious Tourism Flows from Russia

The Municipality of Aristotle in Halkidiki, northern Greece, is aiming to attract more Russian tourists to its religious sites.

Kos on its Way to Become a Greek Biking Destination

The Greek island of Kos is taking action to become an attractive biking destination with the support of the Transport Ministry.

Ioannina Aiming to be a Leading MICE Destination

The Municipality of Ioannina has plans to establish a local convention bureau and turn the city into a leading MICE tourism destination.

Thessaly Upgrading Walking Trails to Develop Hiking Tourism Offering

Aiming to promote hiking tourism in Thessaly, regional authorities have announced the upgrade of hiking trails in Meteora and Mount Koziaka.

Germany: Unvaccinated Travelers from Greece Have to Quarantine

Unvaccinated people traveling to Germany from four EU countries, including Greece, will be required to quarantine upon arrival.

GNTO Promotes New Greek Destinations to European Markets

The GNTO has began promoting new Greek destinations to tourism professionals in the Scandinavian countries, The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg.

4th Greek Trails Meet Paves Way for Hiking Tourism

Greece's hiking associations and clubs gathered in Xanthi for the 4th Greek Trails Meet to discuss developing hiking into a comprehensive tourist activity.

Athens: Metro, Tram Work Stoppage Announced for Friday

The Athens metro, electric railway (ISAP) and the tram will be not be in service for three hours on Friday, November 19.

Heraklion Explores the Profile and Satisfaction of Visitors

The Heraklion Municipality presents the results of two studies focused on the profile and satisfaction rates of its tourists.

South Aegean Islands Introduced to Luxury Wedding Planners

The South Aegean islands were introduced to some of the world’s leading wedding planners during the 7th DWP Congress 2021 that took place on Rhodes.

Chios Hoteliers Association Announces New Board of Directors

Greek hotelier Antigoni Maistrali was re-elected president of the Chios Hoteliers Association.

Athens Municipality Looking for Buildings in the City to Paint Murals On

The Municipality of Athens is searching for buildings to paint murals on in an aim to liven up the city center.

DWP Congress: Mitsis Hotels Successfully Hosts B2B Wedding Planners Event

Mitsis Hotels’ Alila Resort & Spa on Rhodes hosted over 350 luxury wedding experts and influencers from 40 countries for the 7th DWP Congress 2021.