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Athens Among the First to Reactivate Direct Flights to China

Athens is among the first cities to have most reactivated their flight connections with China for 2023.

Athens – Attica Hotels Reach 69.1% Occupancy in 2022

Occupancy levels at hotels in Athens, Attica, reached 69.1% in 2022, still down by 10.7% over pre-Covid 2019.

Business Travel Making Strong Comeback in Europe, Says GBTA

Ιnternational bookings for business trips in Europe have recovered to some 60% of their pre-pandemic levels, according to data released by GBTA.

Greece Creates Park to the Memory of the Mati Fire Victims

Greek authorities are creating a park in memory of the people who lost their lives in the 2018 fire at Mati, located on the east coast of Attica.

Fifteen Stolen Artifacts to Return to Greece from Switzerland

Fifteen ancient artifacts, including figurines and pots, will be repatriated to Greece, following a Swiss court ruling on illegal trafficking.

UNWTO Announces Winning Tourism Startups of ‘Awake Challenge’

The UNWTO has announced the 15 winners of its “Awake Challenge”, celebrating the startups that can contribute to the development of a sustainable tourism sector.

Greece High on Wish Lists of Long-Haul Market Travelers, Says ETC

Greece is among the Top 10 European destinations for travelers from long-haul markets, says the ETC’s latest Long-Haul Travel Barometer.

Americans Made Most Searches for Accommodation in Athens in 2022

High number of online searches reflect growing interest by Americans to stay in Athens this year.

UFI Barometer: Global Exhibition Industry Adapting to Post-Covid Era

The majority of companies active in the global exhibition industry are set to recoup 80% of pre-Covid 2019 levels in June.

AEGEAN – TUI France to Offer Flights from Lille to Greece

Greek carrier AEGEAN and TUI France announced the launch of direct flights from Lille Airport to destinations in Greece.

Luxury Cruise to Dominate the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Greece

The appeal of Greece for luxury cruising will be one of the main highlights of the upcoming 7th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum this April in Thessaloniki.

Greece Launches Tender for Ioannina-Albania Road Netork

Greece has launched tender for a road project to facilitate travel between Epirus and the Albanian border.

Greece Strengthens Cultural Ties with India and Lithuania

Greece is taking steps to strengthen its bilateral cultural relations with India and Lithuania.

Greece Extends Covid-19 Travel Restrictions on Arrivals from China

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has extended the travel restrictions imposed on people from China traveling to Greece.

Greece to Clamp Down on Tax Evasion from Short-term Rental Activity

Greek tax authorities are giving Airbnb-style property hosts until February 28 to update information on the AADE registry.

Greece Subsidizes Holidays for an Additional 125,000 Applicants

Greece will subsidize holidays for an additional 125,000 applicants under its “Tourism for All” plan.

Greece and Albania Explore Joint Ventures in Tourism

Greece and Albania are explore ways to work together to increase tourist flows between the two countries.

GetExperience: Travel Trends to Watch in 2023

GetExperience shares this year’s travel trend predictions for young travelers that seek meaningful and eco-friendly experiences.

Greece and Japan Strengthen Ties, Enter New Agreements

Greece and Japan have agreed to work together in tourism, defense and trade.

Master Plan for Rafina Port Gets Green Light

A master plan for the development of the port of Rafina, the second largest in Attica, has been approved.