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Eastern Macedonia-Thrace Spatial Plan Focusing on Tourism Investment

The Eastern Macedonia-Thrace Region has presented a spatial plan, which aims to attract investments and establish a strong tourism brand.

Works Underway to Get Skorpios Islet VIP Project Ready

Overhaul works on the islet of Skorpios, located off the Ionian island of Lefkada, have begun and include the establishment of a 160-million-euro exclusive luxury unit.

Tender Launches for Lease of Former Ambassadeur Hotel in Athens

The Greek Labor Ministry has launched a public tender for the lease of the building that once housed the former Ambassadeur Hotel in Athens.

Tenders Launch for Lease of Hotels in Athens Center

Tenders have launched for the lease of the historical hotel "Esperia Palace" and of a neoclassical building on Zalokosta Street, both located in central Athens.

New Terminal at Thessaloniki’s Makedonia Airport Paves Way for Overhaul Works

The expansion and overhaul of the Makedonia Airport in Thessaloniki is set to be completed in two years’ time, says German airport operator Fraport.

Hotel Investments in Greece on the Up

Following record years of tourist arrivals and revenue, Greece is attracting international interest for investments in its hospitality sector.

Greece’s Hotel Investment Opportunities to Enter the Spotlight at MR&H Forum

Investment opportunities in Greece's tourism sector will be in the spotlight during the Mediterranean Resort & Hotel Real Estate Forum (MR&H) that will take place in Athens during October 17-19.

Greek Economy Ministry Triples Funding for SMEs in Tourism

Greek small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) active in tourism will be able to tap into additional subsidies after the economy ministry announced that it was increasing funding.

Russian Tycoon Ready to Put Private Isle Skorpios to ‘Good Use’

Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev is ready to set a 185-billion-euro VIP tourism project into motion on the Greek islet of Skorpios.

AIA SA Offers €1.115 Billion for 20-year Extension of Athens Airport Concession

AIA SA recently submitted a new offer to Greece's privatization agency HRADF for the 20-year extension of the Athens airport concession agreement.

Tenders to Launch for Long-term Lease of Hotels in Athens

The Labor Ministry will launch tenders for the long-term lease of landmark buildings in Athens that have been abandoned, including properties that housed hotels.

Athens Airport Growing Bigger, New Works in Progress

Construction works to expand the main terminal of Athens International Airport (AIA) in view of ever growing numbers of travelers are currently under way.

Investors Eye Five-star Hotels as Greek Hospitality Market Changes

All the more investors are setting their sights on Greece, as tourism flows increase and businesses with non-performing loans need a way out.

Greek Assets Body Aims to Launch Third Port Privatization Phase in Fall

Following the sale of the Thessaloniki Port Authority, Greece's assets body is aiming to launch the third privatization phase of 10 ports across the country in fall.

Greek Ministry Looking to Double Tourism Venture Funding

The economy ministry is set to announce the allocation of 120 million euros for the funding of tourism ventures and plans to double subsidies.

Hellinikon Metropolitan Park Plan Open for Public Input

Plans for the development of a metropolitan park and recreation area at Athens’ former airport in Hellinikon, have been opened for public consultation.

Greek Gaming Commission Invites Proposals for Casino Tender Teaser

The Hellenic Gaming Commission is welcoming proposals on a teaser for the international tender for the license to operate a casino at Hellinikon.

Elefsina Waterway Project Moves Ahead to Design, Licensing Phase

Plans for the creation of a waterway in Elefsina, West Attica, were discussed between Hellenic Seaplanes and the town's mayor.

Greek Holiday Home Market Making Comeback

The Greek market for holiday homes is picking up pace with going prices for properties on main island destinations increasing in the first half of 2018.

Investment Activity in Greek Hotel Sector Going Strong

Greece is evolving into one of the most popular global destinations, with investment activity in its hospitality sector picking up pace, according to a GBR Consulting report.