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Greek Citizens Among the Least Affected by Visa Restrictions in 2023

Greece ranked 18th among 30 countries whose citizens were affected the least by visa restrictions in 2023, according to a UN Tourism report.

Santorini Hoteliers Call For Better Infrastructure, DMO

Santorini hoteliers are calling for the creation of a destination management organization and better island infrastructure.

Global Cruise Leaders Call for Increase in Production, Supply of Sustainable Marine Fuels

As investments in ship technology continue, the availability of sustainable marine fuels at scale is the "missing piece in the puzzle", says CLIA.

Athens Ranks 50th Best City in Europe Among 180 Destinations

Athens places 50th best city in Europe and is praised for its ambitious city-building in the 2024 Europe’s Best Cities Report.

UN Tourism Teams Up With Thassos Locals to Accelerate Recovery

UN Tourism teams up with Thassos locals and tourism stakeholders to accelerate post-Covid recovery and build resilience.

SETE Urges Culture Minister to ‘Reconsider’ Controversial Greek Music Quota Bill

Following Greece’s hoteliers, SETE is also calling on the Culture Ministry to drop a controversial Greek-language music quota bill.

Airbnb’s at Greek Carnival Destinations Almost Fully Booked

Short-term rentals in Greece are seeing occupancy rates rise for the three-day Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera) weekend marking the end of carnival season.

Greece Sees Four Wins at 4th Annual World MICE Awards

Two hotels, one destination management company and one exhibition center in Greece were honored at the annual World MICE Awards ceremony in Berlin that celebrates the finest MICE brands from across the globe.

Thessaloniki Airport ‘Makedonia’ Ranks Among Europe’s Top Airports for Second Year

Thessaloniki Airport “Makedonia” in Greece was honored as one of the best airports in Europe for customer experience.

Accor: Greece in Top 5 Southern Europe Holiday Spots in 2024

Greece is in the Top 5 destinations for Europeans planning their holidays this year with Athens also among the top shoulder season choices.

Greece Expects New Visa-on-Arrival Scheme for Turkish Travelers to Boost Tourism

Greece’s new visa scheme for Turkish travelers is expected boost tourism figures and support island development.

Greek Hoteliers Promote Greece’s Mainland at ITB Berlin 2024 Expo

Greek hoteliers promoted Greece’s mainland destinations at ITB Berlin 2024 as part of efforts to introduce lesser-known spots to visit.

ITB Berlin: Halkidiki Sees 25% Rise in Summer Prebookings by German Tourists

Prebookings for Halkidiki in Northern Greece for the summer ahead are up by 25 percent, according to feedback gathered at ITB Berlin.

Greek Health Tourism Body Proposes Hotel Medical Units  

Greece’s medical tourism body proposed establishing medical units in hotels to accelerate the development of health tourism.

Posidonia 2024: AI Emerging as Prominent Player in Maritime Industry

The Posidonia 2024 shipping trade show in Athens is seeing a significant rise in demand for exhibition space from advanced technology and innovation companies providing services to the industry.

Paros Suggested as the ‘Place to Go’ by German, US, Australian Media

German, US and Australian media outlets are praising the Greek island of Paros for its beauty, local gastronomy and authenticity.

INSETE: Greece Sees Most Air Arrivals from UK in 2023

The UK moved up the list of top source markets for Greece in 2023 accounting for 5 million arrivals last year.

Greece, Saudi Arabia Agree to Renew Tourism Agreement

Greece and Saudi Arabia have agreed to renew their commitment to collaborate on activities related to tourism.

Athens Airport: High Expectations for 2024 Following Record Year

With passenger traffic and revenues up in 2023, Athens International Airport has high expectations for this year.

Greece’s GNTO Joins Mastercard’s Tourism Innovation Hub

Greece’s national tourism board has teamed up with Mastercard and joined its Tourism Innovation Hub, an initiative that aims to develop and transform the global tourism industry.