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Tourists Visiting Greece in 2023 Generate €20.5bn in Revenues

Tourists who visited Greece in 2023 generated 20.5 billion euros in revenues, a 15.7% increase over 2022.

Belgrade Tourism Fair: Greece is Most Popular Country for Serbian Travelers

Greece is by far the most popular market for Serbian travelers, according to the organizer of Belgrade's tourism fair, “Sajam Turizma”.

Greece – India Embark on a New Chapter After Greek PM’s Visit

Greece and India have agreed to work together in tourism as part of renewed efforts to strengthen ties.

Greek Tourism Professionals Discuss Labor Issues With Minister

Digital work card and staff shortages top the agenda of talks between Greek tourism stakeholders and the labor minister.

Greece Presents Proposals for EU’s Sustainable Tourism Development

Olga Kefalogianni informed her European counterparts on Greece’s proposals for the EU’s sustainable tourism development agenda.

Sustainability Crucial to the Growth of Greece’s Blue Economy

Greece is moving ahead with sustainable actions that will boost the ‘Blue Economy’ and protect marine ecosystems.

Athens to Host UEFA Europa Conference League Final in May

In 100 days, Athens will be hosting the UEFA Europa Conference League 2024 final at the AEK Arena Stadium.

EU Ministers Focus on Twin Transition of Tourism Sector

Ministers responsible for tourism in the EU’s member states gathered in Brussels to discussed the twin transition of tourism – both digital and sustainable.

Environmental Groups in Greece Call on Gov’t to Protect Shorelines

Environment groups in Greece are up in arms over a decision by the Greek Finance Ministry to do away with a clause that foresees the protection of the shoreline.

Greece – Ethiopia Explore Cooperation in Health Tourism

Greece explored ways to tap into health tourism from African countries during the Global Doctors' Hippocratic Institute week in Addis Ababa.

Greece – Ukraine Strengthen Ties in Tourism and Transport

Greece and Ukraine aim to strengthen ties in tourism and transport including exploring the possibility of launching a pilot train connection between Ukraine and the port of Alexandroupolis.

Greece’s Luxury Travel Segment Gaining Momentum

The luxury travel segment in Greece is set to reach a value of 2.7 billion dollars by 2030, attracting more high net-worth individuals in the coming years.

Kefalogianni to Attend EU Meeting for Tourism Ministers in Brussels

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni will be in Brussels to attend a European ministers meeting that will focus on the EU's pathway towards sustainable and innovative tourism.

Ministry Aiming to Make Greece ‘Top of Mind’ Destination for US Tourists

The Greek Tourism Ministry is aiming to establish Greece as a ‘top of mind’ destination among North American tourists.

WTTC Calls on EU to Take Actions that will Support Travel & Tourism

The WTTC is calling on EU leaders to take actions that will modernize and enhance the travel and tourism industry.

ECTAA Launches Travel Industry Ambassador Programme

ECTAA has launched its Travel Industry Ambassador Programme, an initiative designed to showcase innovative travel agents and tour operators, who are making a strong contribution to the future of travel.

Greece Sees Over €1 Billion from Exhibitions in 2022

Exhibitions in Greece contributed 1.062 billion euros in revenues to the economy in 2022, an Oxford Economics study found.

Greece Mulls ‘Greek Cuisine’ Label to Promote Gastronomy Tourism

Greece’s tourism ministry is examining the creation of a new label to be granted to local restaurants serving authentic Greek cuisine.

Minister: Greece Places Tourism at Center of its Growth Model

Greece aims to work with other countries, address shared challenges, and explore new prospects and synergies in tourism.

Ioannina and Epirus Tourism Bodies Want Gov’t Support

Ioannina and Epirus tourism professionals are reiterating their call to the government to include the region in national promotional actions.