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Greece Announces Steep Fines for Beach Access Violations

The Greek government has announced fines up to 60,000 euros to ensure that Greece’s beaches are always accessible to the public.

Greece’s Economy Overtakes EU Average, Says Commissioner Gentiloni

European Commissioner Gentiloni commended Greece for the positive performance of its economy.

LOT Comes Back to Athens with Daily Direct Flights from Warsaw

In response to growing demand for travel to Athens, LOT Polish Airlines has resumed direct daily flights between the Greek capital and Warsaw.

Spain to End ‘Golden Visa’ Program for Foreign Investors

Spain's PM Pedro Sanchez said his government would soon terminate the country's golden visa scheme to protect citizens’ housing rights.

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.

Mitsis Group Opens New Urban Hotel at Piraeus Port

Greek hospitality group Mitsis Hotels opened the doors of the Mitsis N’U Piraeus Port, its first urban hotel near Piraeus Port, the largest passenger port in Europe.

Attica Group Invests €14m for Second Hotel on Naxos

Attica Group, a leading coastal shipping company in Greece, recently acquired a second hotel complex on Naxos, further expanding its presence on the Greek island.

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.

Greek PM: New Unique Experiences Key to Extending Tourist Season

The Greek PM wants Greece to evolve into the ‘world’s best destination’ by creating special interest tourism products that will extend the season.

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.

MSC Cruises Bringing 500,000 Passengers to Greece this Season

MSC Cruises, the world's third-largest cruise brand, will have six different ships calling to Greek shores this season.

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.

Greece’s Attica Group Sells Stake in Moroccan Ferry Company for €49 Million

Attica Group sold its 49% stake in Africa Morocco Link, which operates ferry services between Morocco and Spain, to Swedish shipping company Stena Line.

‘Nothing Comes Close’: Celebrity Cruises Announces New Brand Positioning

Celebrity Cruises has launched a new brand identity aiming to highlight its unmatched vacation offerings from the perspective of guests.

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.

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.

Cyprus-Greece Ferry Connection to Start on May 29

The ferry service linking Cyprus with Greece is scheduled to resume operations for a third year in a row this May.

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.

Athens Shines as the ‘Unknown Destination’ of SAS Campaign

Athens welcomed Scandinavian travelers as the secret destination of SAS airline's 'Destination Unknown' campaign.