connect with us
Greece's latest tourism industry news by Greek Travel Pages

Report: Outsiders Now Partnering with OTAs to Sell Travel  

Brands and companies not active in travel are teaming up with online travel agencies to sell travel, a Phocuswright report found.

Greece and Crete Emerge as Favorites at 1st Ice Travel Group Destination Awards in UK

Greece and Crete emerged as holiday favorites at the Ice Travel Group Destination Awards in London.

Athens and Thessaloniki Welcome New Mayors After Runoff Local Government Elections

Residents of Athens and Thessaloniki voted to change mayors during the runoff local government elections on Sunday.

ETC: Greece Top Choice for Long-haul Travelers from Six Markets in Sept-Dec

Greece is a favorite travel choice among long-haul travelers from Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Japan and the United States.

Property Prices and Rents Rise in Athens, Thessaloniki in Q2

Demand pushed property prices and rents in Athens and Thessaloniki up in the second quarter of the year.

Greece Successfully Completes Repatriation of Greek Citizens from Israel

Greece is included among the first countries that successfully completed the repatriation of its citizens from Israel.

Greek Tourism Ministry Makes Accessibility for People with Disabilities a Top Priority

The Greek Tourism Ministry is taking actions to ensure equal access and inclusivity in tourism.

Moody’s: Spring or Autumn the New Trend for Tourists Visiting Greece

Climate change impact on Greece may prompt travelers to change habits and visit off season, according to Moody’s.

Greece Bets on Athens Marathon to Promote Sports Tourism

The Tourism Ministry and SEGAS are looking to work together to promote the “Athens Marathon The Authentic” event and sports tourism in Greece.

New Label to ‘Brand’ Tourism and Gastronomy Products in Greece

Greek tourism associations have launched a new gastro-tourism label that will “brand” sustainable products and services.

Tasios: Greek Tourism on Track for a Positive 2024 Season

Expectations for the 2024 tourism season in Greece are high, according to Grigoris Tasios, the outgoing president of the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation.

Cruise Lines Change Israel Itineraries Due to Hamas Attacks

Cruise lines are rerouting or suspending ship calls to Israel after Hamas attacks led to war.

Hamas-Israel War Expected to Impact Greece’s Tourism Sector

Travel industry experts expect the Hamas-Israel war to take a toll on Greece’s tourism industry.

Athens Airport Handles Over 3 Million Arrivals in September

Athens Airport is set to break all records this year handling more than 3 million passenger arrivals in September.

EU: Updated ‘Fit for 55’ Law to Phase Out Polluting Vehicles by 2035

The finalization of ‘Fit for 55’ legislation paves the way for the EU’s immediate green transition across all sectors.

Athens Among World’s Top Destinations for Executive Nomads

Athens, Greece, ranks 17th among executive nomad destinations, excelling in prime residential rentals and air connectivity.

MICHELIN Guide to Start Rating Hotels with ‘Keys’ from Next Year

The MICHELIN Guide in 2024 will launch a special distinction dedicated to the hospitality sector, like the stars for gastronomy.

Greek Island Transport Subsidy Program Expanded

Eligible Greek island residents and businesses can claim higher fuel discounts as part of this year’s transport equivalent measure.

Connectivity Tops Greece – Turkey Tourism Agenda

Greece and Turkey discussed ways to increase tourist flows by enhancing connectivity between the two countries.

EU: Free Travel Pass for 36,000 Young People to Explore Europe

Applications are open for 36,000 young people to receive a free travel pass to explore Europe through the European Commission’s DiscoverEU action.