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Athens Mayor Calls on Hotels to ‘Contribute’ Portion of Earnings to City

To cope with municipal expenses driven by tourist numbers, the mayor of Athens has suggested for hotels to allocate a portion of their earnings.

Athens’ Grande Bretagne Hotel Celebrates 150th Birthday with Documentary Screening

The Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens celebrated a milestone of historical significance on April 9 with the premiere of the "150 Years Hotel Grande Bretagne: Hosting History” documentary.

Athens Ranks as the Best Smelling City Globally, Says Study

Athens is the nicest smelling city in the world, according to a new global study from vape company Haypp.

Andronis Luxury Suites Invites Travelers to a Timeless Escape on Santorini

Andronis Luxury Suites on Santorini this summer is inviting guests to escape to a timeless realm where their senses are enveloped in endless feelings.

The Stanley Hotel Athens Upgrades Internet Infrastructure, Ensures High-Speed Wi-Fi

The Stanley Hotel Athens has upgraded its internet infrastructure with new wireless and wired networks ensuring high-speed Wi-Fi for its guests.

Rodos Week: Platform for Free Stays on Rhodes Opens for Applications

Travelers who were evacuated from Rhodes in July 2023 due to the fires can now apply for a free six-night spring or autumn stay on the island.

Greek Minister: Climate Change Overturning Traditional Business Models in Tourism

Greece’s tourism minister said climate change was forcing Greece and the world to identify new ways to adapt to a new reality.

Athens to Host 9th ‘Our Ocean Conference’ on April 16-17

Greece will host the 9th ‘Our Ocean Conference’ as part of its pledge to lead the blue economy transition.

Thessaloniki Promotes its City Break Tourism Side to Foreign Travel Agents

Travel agents from Europe and the United States had the opportunity to get to know Thessaloniki as an attractive city break destination.

Aria Hotels: New Skylight Hotel on Syros Opening April 15

Aria Hotels is getting ready to open the doors of the Skylight, its new hotel on the Greek island of Syros.

Greek Village Soufli Partners with UN Tourism to Promote Women’s Empowerment

The village of Soufli in Greece has teamed up with the UN Tourism organization to support and promote women’s empowerment.

Athens Municipality Launches Competition to Make City Greener

The Municipality of Athens has announced a "green competition" for residents, aiming to make the Greek capital a more sustainable city.

Rhodes Forum: Travel and Tourism Commit to Achieving Sustainability Goals

Association representatives from Europe’s travel and tourism sector signed a landmark declaration aiming to tackle climate change.

Attica Region – China Agree to Join Forces in Tourism

The Attica Region agreed with the Embassy of China in Athens to set up a five-member working group that will oversee joint initiatives in tourism.

Rhodes Hoteliers Call for VAT Cutback in the Dodecanese Islands

Rhodes hoteliers are calling on Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis to reduce VAT for the Dodecanese islands to support growth.

L’Etape Greece by Tour de France Attracts 1,000 Cyclists to Ancient Olympia

More than 1,000 cyclists participated in the L'Étape Greece by Tour de France cycling race that took place in Ancient Olympia, Western Greece, for the second year in a row.

Athens Airport Sees March Passenger Traffic Jump 20% to 2 Million

Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport in March increased by 20.1% to 2 million passengers, compared to 2023.

Marousi’s Multi-million-euro Casino & Hotel Project Moves to Next Phase

Athens suburb Marousi is set to become a tourist hub thanks to ‘Project Voria’ which includes a casino, a 5-star hotel, park area and shops.

Greek Tourism Minister Inaugurates New Mitsis Group Hotel in Piraeus

Greece's tourism minister inaugurated a new Mitsis Group hotel in Piraeus near the metro, shopping district, and cruise terminals.

Greece Aiming to Include Knossos on UNESCO’s World Heritage List

Greek authorities have taken action to include the world-famous site of Knossos on Crete on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.