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Registration Opens for World Travel Market London 2022

Registration is now open for World Travel Market (WTM) London 2022, which will be back at to its fully live, pre-pandemic format.

Europe’s Travel Agents and Tour Operators to Meet in Chania, Crete

Members of ECTAA, the umbrella organization for Europe’s travel agents and tour operators, will gather for a meeting in Chania, Crete, to discuss European tourism.

German Travel Market Players Keen on Greece Extending Tourism Season

Leading players in Germany's travel market are interested in Greece’s goal of extending its tourism season into the winter.

UK Post Office Poll: Athens a Best Value City Break for Autumn

Athens, Greece, is one of the top destinations to visit in Europe this fall, offering the best value for money compared to 19 European cities.

Greece Counting on Marine Tourism to Support the Economy

Greece is counting on marine tourism to create added value for the Greek tourist product, opportunities for growth, and new jobs for local communities.

Covid-19: EU Tells Members to Prepare for Autumn and Winter as ‘Pandemic is Not Over’

The European Commission has proposed measures in order for Member States to avoid a surge of Covid-19 cases in the upcoming autumn and winter season.

Greek Culture Ministry Hands Over Restored Sikinos Monument

The Culture Ministry has restored the Monument of Episkopi on Sikinos, which has also received a European Heritage/Europa Nostra award for 2022.

Kikilias: Extension of Greece’s Tourism Season on Agenda of Berlin Visit

Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias will travel to Berlin and meet with leading airlines and tour operators to explore ways to attract Germans to Greece in the autumn and winter months.

Investors Picking Greece to Buy Luxury Real Estate

Investors interested in acquiring luxury real estate consider Greece a top destination in the market, according to Greece Sotheby's International Realty.

Greece Sees Demand for Airbnb-type Rentals Continue into October

Recently released data shows that pre-bookings for stays at short-term rental properties on Greek islands are running well into October.

Greek Government has Ambitious Upgrade Plan for Thessaloniki

The Greek government will soon present an ambitious plan for Thessaloniki that includes 30 projects to be implemented by 2030.

Culture Ministry Tables Plan for Conservation of Athens Acropolis Walls

The Greek Culture Ministry has presented a comprehensive plan for restoration projects on the Acropolis in Athens to protect and showcase the UNESCO World Heritage site and enhance the visitor experience.

Ryanair to Close Base at Athens Airport for Winter

Ryanair has announced plans to stop serving Athens International Airport, Greece's largest and busiest airport, for the winter season, due to ‘dysfunctional’ charges.

EU to Suspend Visa Facilitation Deal with Russia

EU foreign ministers have agreed to suspend the visa facilitation agreement that makes it significantly easier for Russian citizens to obtain Schengen visas.

Thousands of Greeks Used Discounted Vacation Vouchers in August

Some 49,000 vouchers for subsidized vacations in Greece were used for hotel stays in August, according to the Public Employment Service (DYPA).

Street in Athens Among ‘World’s Coolest’ for 2022

Kolokotroni Street in Athens is among the world’s coolest streets for 2022, according to a survey carried out by Time Out media group.

Corfu Welcomes Opening of First ‘Dreams’ Branded Hotel in Greece

Corfu has welcomed the opening of the five-star Dreams Corfu Resort & Spa, the first ‘Dreams’ branded hotel in Greece.

Celestyal Cruises Eases Covid-19 Testing Rules, Drops Mask Mandate

Celestyal Cruises has announced the further relaxation of its Covid-19 health protocols for all its sailings.

Athens Hotels Not Happy With January-July 2022 Performance Figures

Athens’ hotels in July saw a ‘remarkable’ rise in occupancy but data for the first seven months of the year has sparked worry among hoteliers.

Minister: Athens Makes Strong Tourism Comeback

Athens made a strong tourism comeback this season despite the challenges of 2022, according to Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.