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IATA: 2024 Off to Strong Start, Passenger Demand Up 16.6% in January

Global passenger demand is indicating a strong start for the year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

WTTC Launches Tool to Guide Businesses Through the ‘Jungle’ of Sustainability

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched a roadmap aiming to simplify the journey of the Travel & Tourism sector towards sustainable compliance.

Celebrity Infinity Calls in Thessaloniki with Over 1,600 Passengers

Celebrity Cruises has booked a total of 20 calls to Thessaloniki this year, up from six in 2023.

ITB Berlin 2024: Greece in Top 3 Favorite Destinations for German Travelers

Greece ranks third among the Top 10 countries for German travelers based on sales figures, says the DRV.

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.

ITB Berlin 2024: Greek Hotels Applauded at ‘TUI Global Hotel Awards’

Greek hotels were among the winners at the annual TUI Global Hotel Awards ceremony held on the eve of ITB Berlin 2024.

ITB Berlin 2024 Tourism Expo Opens with Positive Outlook

The 2024 edition of the ITB Berlin travel trade show opened in Germany with a highly positive outlook for the future.

ITB Berlin 2024: Travel Market Set for Growth Again, Say Experts

In 2023, the travel market not only recovered from its slump during the crisis of the Covid pandemic, it even surpassed 2019 levels, according to experts at ITB Berlin 2024.

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.

Airbnb Aims to Improve User Experience, Removes Low-quality Listings

Top-rated homes, removal of low quality listings, and smart locks are just some of the new features Airbnb is offering this year.

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 Opens with Excellent Bookings Under the Heading #ITBTOGETHER

ITB Berlin, which is taking place March 5-7, reports excellent bookings with international participation at 87%.

Greece Tops Global 2024 List for its Golden Visa Program

Greece’s popular golden visa scheme is among the world’s Top 3 most attractive investment migration programs for 2024.

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.

Kourtis Contract: The Rise of Custom-made Furniture in Architectural Projects for Hotels

Kourtis Contract, a leading Greek company in the professional furniture market, is committed to transforming architectural visions into reality.

Greece’s Goal to Extend Tourism Season Paying Off, Says Study

Greece’s goal to extend the season is paying off with some 9.3 million tourists visiting the country in the fall last year, up by 6% over 2019.

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.