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MSC Cruises ‘Musica’ Ship Homeports for First Time in Greece

MSC Cruises is basing a new ship - the MSC Musica - in the port of Piraeus in Greece for the summer 2023 season.

EU Launches Competitions for European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2024

The European Commission has launched competitions for the 2024 European Capital of Smart Tourism and European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism.

Airbnb: Top 10 Trending Destinations in Greece for Domestic Travelers

Greeks appear to be interested in Airbnbs on smaller, quieter islands according to the number of searches during January-March this year.

Greece Sees Yachting as Powerful Tool for Economic Growth

Greece has all the features that make it one of the most attractive destinations for yachting in Europe, according to the Tourism Ministry.

Report: Corfu to See Highest Number of Cruise Passenger Movements in the Adriatic

Corfu in 2023 will be confirmed as the cruise port in the Adriatic with the highest number of passenger movements.

WHO: Covid-19 is No Longer a Global Health Emergency

Covid-19 is now an established and ongoing health issue which no longer constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

TUI: Greece is ‘in’ this Year, Bookings for Summer Holidays on the Rise

Greece this year is once again one of the favorite destinations for German travelers, according to leading global tourism group TUI.

IATA: Air Travel Marks Solid Growth in March Despite Capacity Shortfall

International air travel in March and in Q1 continued its upward trend despite cancelations and delays.

Hotels in Greece Change Hands Through Million-euro Deals

A number of hotels in Greece worth over 300 million euros in total have gone to new owners demonstrating a growing investor demand.

Greek Tourism Revenue to Rise by 15%, Says GNTO Secretary General

Greece’s tourism bureau sees tourism-related revenues rising by 15 percent this year over 2022.

Airbnb Rooms Makes its Debut Worldwide

Airbnb has launched its new Airbnb Rooms product and more than 50 new features and upgrades based on feedback from its community.

Report: Investments of Over €416m in Sea Tourism Infrastructures in the Adriatic

Investments of over 416 million euros have been made or are scheduled for sea tourism infrastructures in the Adriatic during 2023-2025, according to a report by Risposte Turismo.

Greek Airports: January-March Flights, Arrivals Top 2022, 2019 Numbers

Tourism to Greece is picking up pace with the number of flights and arrivals on the rise in the first quarter of the year.

Greece Golden Visa Investment Limit Increase Pushed Back

Greece has postponed increasing the limit for property investments under its golden visa scheme to July 31.

Infrastructure Upgrades Next in Line to Strengthen Greece’s Tourism

Accelerating infrastructure upgrades linked to tourism is a top government priority for Greece.

WTTC: Tourism Sector to Recover More than 95% of 2019 Levels this Year

The tourism sector is closing in on its 2019 peak, recovering by more than 95%, according to the WTTC’s 2023 Economic Impact Research.

Delphi Forum: Investing in Luxury Tourism Should Be a Top Priority for Greece

Establishing Greece into a leading luxury destination should be a top priority, according to market professionals attending the 8th Delphi Economic Forum in Greece.

Greece’s Short-term Rental Players Discuss Best Practices

For the first time in Greece, short-term rental operators sat down at the same table with the public revenue body to discuss best practices.

Greece to Promote Tourism Training for European Year of Skills

Enhancing tourism education is a key priority for the Greek Tourism Ministry during the European Year of Skills.

US to End Covid-19 Vaccine Requirements for International Air Travelers

The United States will end COVID-19 vaccine requirements for federal employees, contractors and international air travelers on May 11.