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Hotel Grande Bretagne Holds Traditional Christmas Tree Lighting Event

The Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens kicked off the holiday season with the lighting of its 7.5-meter Christmas tree in its lobby.

Andronis Hotels Expands to Paros with Addition of ‘Minois’ to Portfolio

Andronis Hotels, a collection of luxury five-star hotels and villas in Athens and Santorini, has expanded to Paros with the acquisition of the Minois hotel.

Renewed Greek ‘Boutique Hotel’ Certification Seal Presented to Hospitality Sector

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels has evolved the identity and logo of its “Boutique Hotel” certification seal.

Greek Hoteliers Angered Over Climate Resilience Charge

Greek hoteliers urge the government to reassess a newly announced climate resilience levy, arguing that it creates market distortions.

Greek Hoteliers ‘Very Disappointed’ with Upcoming Law for Short-term Rentals

Greek hoteliers are not satisfied with the rules that are to be imposed on short-term rentals in Greece.

Greek Hotels: Over 53,000 People are ‘Missing’ from Jobs in Hospitality

A total of 53,229 job positions in Greek hotels remained unfilled this year, according to data from a study by ITEP.

Grecotel: 2nd ‘Cretan Way of Life’ Conference Spotlights Mediterranean Diet

The Cretan secret to longevity was presented during the 2nd ‘Cretan Way of Life’ conference organized by Grecotel.

Makedonia Palace Hotel Donates €30,000 to Hellenic Red Cross to Help Flood Victims

The Makedonia Palace Hotel in Thessaloniki donated 30,000 euros to the Hellenic Red Cross for the support of the flood victims in Thessaly.

Santorini’s Athina Luxury Suites Wins World-class Hospitality Awards for Excellence

The Athina Luxury Suites hotel has maintained its position among the top exclusive boutique hotels in the world with its recent win of four more global awards.

HOTREC: Europe’s Hoteliers Applaud New EU Short-term Rental Rules

HOTREC, the voice of European hospitality, welcomed the new EU short-term rental rules highlighting them as a "landmark step" to a level playing field.

EU Moves Closer to Transparency in Short-term Rental Sector

EU lawmakers agreed on a draft regulation covering data collection and sharing to achieve transparency in the short-term rental market.

ONOMA Hotel Holds First Silent Disco Party in Thessaloniki

The ONOMA Hotel held Thessaloniki’s first ever Silent Disco Party, an event where people dance to music listened to on wireless headsets.

Hoteliers in Greece Call for Changes to Taxation Draft Law

Hoteliers in Greece are arguing that a recently tabled tax bill should focus on protecting the sector’s value for money.

Greek Updated Law Includes New Tourism Tax, Rules for Short-term Rentals

The Greek Economy Ministry has tabled an updated draft law that includes rules for Airbnb-style rentals.

Radisson Continues to Expand in Greece, Announces New ‘Blu’ Resort in Mani

Radisson Hotel Group is continuing its expansion drive across Greece with the opening of a new hotel under its upper upscale Radisson Blu brand.

Hoteliers in Greece Urge Gov’t to Reconsider Tourism Taxation

Angered hoteliers in Greece are calling on the government to reconsider a decision to impose taxes on tourism activity.

The Stanley Hotel Athens Triumphs with Six Prestigious Awards

The Stanley Hotel Athens clinched six prestigious World Luxury Hotel Awards that underscore its unwavering commitment to excellence and exceptional hospitality.

Athens – Attica Hotel Occupancy Levels in September Still Below 2019

Occupancy levels in September at Athens hotels were still below pre-Covid 2019 levels.

Marriott to Bring ‘The Luxury Collection’ to Greek Island Patmos

Marriott International will bring The Luxury Collection to the Greek island of Patmos, following an extensive renovation of the Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa resort.

Metaxa Hospitality Group Invests in Sustainable Food Production

Greece’s Metaxa Hospitality Group has invested in regenerative agriculture in efforts to achieve sustainable food production in tourism.