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Mike Pompeo to Attend American Mediterranean Investment Forum in Athens

The first American Mediterranean Investment Forum is being held to re-engage American businesses and investors in Greece and the Mediterranean region.

Athens, Greece, Hosts Emmy Awards Semi-Finals for the First Time

For the first time ever, the city of Athens hosted a semi-final judging round for the International Emmy Awards.

UNWTO to Hold World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in Spain

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) will hold the 8th World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain, in October.

ITT 2024: Halkidiki to Host Major UK Travel and Tourism Conference

The UK’s ITT Conference will return to Greece after 26 years and take place in Halkidiki in June 2024.

Venice Film Festival: Yorgos Lanthimos’ ‘Poor Things’ Starring Emma Stone Wins Golden Lion

“Poor Things”, Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos’ surrealist black comedy, won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.

Ancient Agora of Athens to Host ‘Stones Speak’ Cultural Event

The Ancient Agora in Athens will host the “Stones Speak” cultural program that includes performances of popular ancient Greek texts.

Thessaloniki’s 87th International Fair to Feature Cultural, Technology Events

87th TIF in Thessaloniki to host events on cutting-edge tech, natural disaster management, collectibles, football, and Maria Callas.

Tourism Minister Visits Corfu to Discuss Sustainable Tourism

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni recently visited Corfu to discuss the current tourist season and the future of sustainable tourism in the area.

Short Film Competition on Climate Crisis Launches in Greece

The Greek Environment and Energy Ministry has announced the launch of a short film script competition that addresses the issue of the climate crisis.

Little Paris of Athens Festival to Celebrate 10th Anniversary 

The 10th anniversary of the Little Paris of Athens Festival will take place in October, featuring concerts, theater and art events.

Athens’ Landmark Lykavittos Theater Reopens in September with Concert

The iconic Lykavittos open-air theater in central Athens reopens on September 15 with a concert by Greek composer Stavros Xarchakos.

Lighthouses Across Greece to Open for All on August 20

Twenty-nine lighthouses in Greece will be open to the public on Sunday, August 20, on the occasion of International Lighthouse Day.

Greece Invited to Submit Films for the 96th Oscars Race

Greek film producers invited to submit movies for Oscar nomination, deadline August 31.

Crete: Kissamos, Chania, to Host Green Tourism Festival

Kissamos in Chania, Crete, will host a Green Tourism Festival during August 18-19 as part of its local Taste & Art Festival week.

Athens Flying Week-Tanagra International Airshow Returning Next Month

The Athens Flying Week (AFW) event, the biggest air show in the Balkans, is returning to Tanagra Airport during September 2-3.

Attica Shares its Gastronomy with Foodies at NatGeo Festival in UK

Attica’s unique culinary offerings were introduced at the 2023 National Geographic Traveller Food Festival in London.

Greece-Japan Year of Culture and Tourism Coming in 2024

Greece and Japan in 2024 will boost cultural and tourism ties through a series of events.

CLIA to Host Innovation Expo and European Summit in Genoa

CLIA Innovation Expo and European Summit to focus on innovation, sustainability, and community in Genoa, Italy.

Athens to Host International Emmy Award Semi-finals in September

Athens and Nova will host semi-final rounds to determine the International Emmy Award nominees for the year.

Foodies in the UK Taste Thessaloniki’s Traditional ‘Hortopita’ at NatGeo Festival

Thessaloniki’s traditional “hortopita” (vegetable and herbs pie) was a favorite for foodies attending the 2023 National Geographic Traveller Food Festival in London.