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Eleonas’ Intercity KTEL Bus Depot Project Moves to Next Phase

The Eleonas intercity KTEL bus depot project has moved to the next phase after environmental terms were approved.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to Open Office in Greece

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts will open an office in Athens - Wyndham Hellas - that will oversee all aspects of the company’s hotels in Greece, Cyprus, the Balkans and Italy.

IGLTA Launches Accreditation Program for Hotels that Welcome LGBTQ+ Guests

The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) recently launched a global accreditation program for hotels and resorts to demonstrate their allyship for LGBTQ+ guests.

Greece Launches New ‘Tool’ to Crack Down on Tax Evasion

Greek authorities are enhancing tax fraud efforts with a new digital ‘tool’ that enables financial profiling and cross-referencing.

Hundreds of Small Family-owned Hotels in Greece Up for Grabs

More than 200 mostly family-owned hotels in Greece are being sold off to the best bidders as owners are unable to cope with rising costs.

Alexandros Thanos Steps in as SETE’s New Approved Advisor

Alexandros Thanos steps in as approved advisor for SETE, the body that represents all suppliers of Greek tourism.

Greece and Piraeus Among Top Luxury Cruise Destinations in June

Greece and Piraeus are among the most popular luxury cruise hotspots this month, according to CruiseCompete’s latest survey on global cruise trends.

No Swimming or Approach Allowed at Zakynthos’ Navagio Beach

Tourists will only be able to see Zakynthos’ famous Shipwreck Beach from afar for 20 minutes max.

Cost-of-living Crisis Forces Greeks to Slash Vacation Spending

The cost-of-living crisis is forcing Greeks to slash their holiday spending by 15% this year, a study found.

MICE Tourism: Athens Welcomed 40,000 Business Travelers in 2022

Athens is steadily evolving into a meetings and conferences destination hosting 109 international conventions in 2022.

LGBTQ+ Travel: W Costa Navarino Becomes First IGLTA-accredited Hotel Globally

W Costa Navarino in Messinia is the first IGLTA-accredited hotel in the world, showcasing exceptional inclusivity and commitment to LGBTQ+ travel.

UK’s Newmarket Adds New Guided Trips to Greece for 2024

UK tour operator Newmarket Holidays to add more guided and escorted trips to Greece in 2024 and extra capacity on popular options.

New Bus Stops, Parking Areas for Tourist Coaches in Athens

Athens Municipality designates bus stops to improve traffic and tourist experience, ensuring convenient access to attractions while minimizing disruptions.

Study: Greece Stands to Gain By Linking Primary Sector with Tourism

Linking the primary sector with tourism through gastronomy tourism can contribute to national and local economies, found a study.

Holidaymakers Rank Athens and Greece High this Summer

Greece and Athens are among the leading destinations of choice for Europeans this year, according to booking figures for the summer.

European Union’s New Rail Rules Change Compensation Rights

New EU rules for the protection for rail passengers faced with delays, cancellations and missed connections go into effect.

Study: Greece Tourism Prospect Strong but More Needs to be Done

Greece is among the world’s top 5 tourism brands but more needs to be done for the country to maintain its strong standing.

Three Tourism Enterprises Among Top 10 Best Employers in Greece

Three Greek tourism industry companies are among the country’s top 10 best employers, according to a survey by Randstad.

ECTAA: Package Travel Directive Rules Must Apply to All Players

Rules that protect consumers must apply equally to all stakeholders, including airlines, say travel agents and tour operators.

United Kingdom to Start Charging Travelers Under ETA Scheme

Travelers to the UK will soon be required to pay an entry fee under the new Electronic Travel Authorization scheme.