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ITB Berlin 2024: Travel is Booming, Says WTTC CEO

This year is set to be a bumper year for tourism in Europe and the world, according to WTTC President & CEO Julia Simpson.

Greek Hoteliers Slam Culture Ministry’s Music Quota Requirement

Greek hoteliers are up in arms over a Culture Ministry bill that requires hotels to play a minimum of 45% Greek songs and music in public areas.

Greek Tourism Ministry Teams Up with Thessaloniki Film Festival

The Greek Tourism Ministry has partnered with the Thessaloniki Film Festival to promote tourism and Greek culture through joint initiatives.

Greece Ready for ITB Berlin 2024 Tourism and Travel Expo

For three days, Greece will exhibit its tourism offerings at the ITB Berlin in Germany, one of the world’s leading travel trade shows.

ITB Berlin 2024: WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics Surpasses 1,700 Properties

The WTTC's global initiative helping hoteliers on their first steps to improve their sustainability ratings, has reached a significant milestone with over 1,700 hotels verified across 70 countries worldwide.

Culture Ministry Tables Greek Music Quota Bill for Airports, Ports, Hotels

A bill that requires hotels, casinos, ports and airports in Greece to play a minimum of 45% Greek music is open for public consultation.

Greece Taps into Wine Tourism as New Sustainable Segment

The Greek Tourism Ministry is prioritizing the development of wine tourism as part of its strategy to tap into sustainable options.

Greece Teams Up with ‘Queer Destinations’, Aims to Be Hotspot for LGBTQ+ Travelers

Aiming to spread the word that Greece it is a LGBTQ-friendly country for travelers, the Tourism Ministry teamed up with Queer Destinations.

Stricter EU Rules for Airbnb-style Rentals to Ensure Transparency, Affordable Housing

EU lawmakers agreed to a set of rules that aim to protect consumers from fraudulent short-term rental offers and promote transparency.

Adventure Europe: ETOA Launches New B2B Event for ‘Off the Beaten Track’ Experiences

ETOA – the European tourism association and The Adventure Connection have launched a new B2B networking event for travel experiences in Europe.

Study: Investments in Culture Support Tourism, Boost Greek Economy

For every one euro spent on culture in Greece, 3.44 euros return to the state supporting tourism and the economy, found a study.

Greece and Qatar Look to Bolster Tourism Collaboration

Ways to strengthen the tourism collaboration between Greece and Qatar was discussed between Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and Qatari ambassador, Ali bin Khalfan Al Mansouri.

Greece to Showcase Temple of Poseidon at Sounion with New Lighting

The Greek Culture Ministry has plans to modernize the lighting design at the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion.

Greece Implementing Sustainable Tourism Policy, Says Minister

Greece is taking steps to tap into new opportunities that will pave the way for a sustainable future in tourism.

European Union Gets Tougher on Environmental Crimes

EU environmental crimes list to include offences such as large-scale forest fires or widespread pollution of air, water and soil.

Greece – Mongolia Air Services Deal to Boost Connectivity

Greek parliament ratified an air services agreement between Greece and Mongolia which will strengthen air connectivity and tourism.

Greek Hotels: 3 Factors Affecting the Market’s Competitiveness

Short-term rentals, the new climate resilience levy and high VAT are the main factors currently influencing the Greek hotel market’s competitiveness.

Thessaloniki, Halkidiki and Pieria Reach Out to Hungarian Market

Northern Greece tourism professionals are targeting the Hungarian market where interest in Greek destinations is on the rise.

Greece Explores Jewelry-making as a Tourist Experience

Greece explores adding jewelry-making to its list of tourist experiences as part of plans to reach out to new markets and preserve local arts and crafts.

Athens to Host Women Political Leaders Summit 2024

Athens will be the host destination of this year's Women Political Leaders (WPL) Summit, an event that gives women politicians from all around the world the chance to connect, share, and envision the path ahead.