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The Pythia Project: A Game Changer for Chatbot Technology

A new project has launched in Greece that looks to develop a novel platform for creating intelligent agents by using natural language processing and artificial intelligence (AI) for the public and private sector.

Call for Entries: Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism Awards 2023

The 2023 Sustainable Cultural Tourism Awards are now open for applications, the European Travel Commission (ETC) has announced.

Greece Declares Three Days of National Mourning After Train Crash

Greece has declared 3 days of national mourning after a train crash in Tempi left at least 36 passengers dead and dozens injured.

Greece Train Crash: Hoteliers Open their Doors to Victims’ Families, Survivors

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels announced free accommodation for the families of victims and survivors of the train crash in Tempi.

Global Outbound Travel Up by 90% in 2022, Says ITB-IPK Study

Almost 700 million trips were made in 2022 reflecting a 90% rise in outbound travel, according to the IPK World Travel Monitor.

Detrop 2023 Expo: Greece Should Focus on Olive Tourism Potential

The Peloponnese Region sees a great potential in the development of a Greek special interest tourism product that focuses on olive oil and developing it into a dynamic travel trend.

SUSTOUR to Present New Sustainability Tools for Tour Operators at ITB Berlin

SUSTOUR, an EU-funded project, will present its latest sustainability tools for tour operators at the upcoming ITB Berlin travel expo in Germany.

Study: Islands Give Greece Advantage in Tourism Over Rivals  

The islands are giving Greece a head start over its main tourism rivals setting solid foundations for 2023.

Greek Minister Presents Tools for Thessaly Region Tourism Enhancement

The Greek Tourism Ministry has presented tools for the promotion of the Thessaly Region.

Attica Region Plan Sets Out Tourism Development Goals

A new strategy, budgeted at 9 million euros, sets out the tourism development goals for the Attica Region.

Hotel Occupancy Hits 100% in All Greek Destinations for Clean Monday Holiday Weekend

Occupancy rates in all of Greece’s travel destinations have hit 100% for the three-day Clean Monday holiday weekend (February 25-27) giving a very welcoming boost to domestic tourism.

February Tourist Flows in Athens Best Ever, Says Greek Minister

Tourist flows in Athens surpassed pre-pandemic levels in February, showing a 5% increase compared to the same month in 2019.

East Macedonia & Thrace Region Explores Next Steps for Tourism

The Region of East Macedonia & Thrace is exploring ways to strengthen its tourism offering.

TEMES and Lamda Team Up for Luxury Hotels – Apartments at Hellinikon

Construction giants TEMES SA and Lamda Development have teamed up to start works on two luxury hotels along the Athenian Riviera.

Seajets’ Head to Launch Non-profit Foundation to Support Needs of Greek Islands

Seajets’ head, Marios Iliopoulos, has announced the launch of a non-profit foundation to support the needs of the islands the Greek coastal shipping company serves.

European Cultural Center of Delphi to Get €10m Upgrade

The European Cultural Center of Delphi in Central Greece will receive a 10-million-euro upgrade, according to the Greek Culture Ministry.

Airports Called to Submit Candidacy for ACI World-Amadeus Technology Innovation Awards

Airports Council International (ACI) World and Amadeus have once again put forward the Technology Innovation Awards to celebrate the increasingly important role new innovations play for the airport community.

Nearly 30 Million People Chose to Holiday in Greece in 2022

Almost 30 million people chose to holiday in Greece last year with more than 4 million Brits leading the way.

Gastronomy Tours: New App Links Tourists in Greece with Local Products

A new app has launched in Greece that helps tourists get to know producers of local culinary products.

UNWTO: One Year On, Tourism Stands Firm in Support of Ukraine

One year since the Russian Federation chose to invade Ukraine, the UNWTO has reiterated tourism’s calls for peace.