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New Video Promotes Attica’s Cultural Tourism Options

The Region of Attica has released a new video that promotes the cultural tourism options of its destinations to international travelers.

Greek Golden Visa is Europe’s Top Programme in H1 2022

The Greek golden visa became the leading residency-for-investment programme in Europe by the relative demand growth in the first half of 2022, says Tranio.

ETC Gives Strong Outlook for 2022 European Tourism Recovery

Despite challenges, Europe is expected to recover 70% of pre-pandemic travel demand in 2022, says the European Travel Commission (ETC).

Airlines Refund Over 500,000 Vouchers for Flights Cancelled Due to Covid-19

Sixteen major European airlines have confirmed that they reimbursed over 500,000 vouchers that they had imposed on consumers for cancelled flights during the Covid-19 pandemic.

IATA: Completely Removing All Covid-19 Restrictions is the Way Forward

People need to travel and when governments remove Covid-19 restrictions, they do, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

EU Recommends for People Over 60 to Get Fourth Covid-19 Vaccine Dose

The EU’s health and medicine agencies are recommending for people over 60 years old to soon get a second booster shot of a Covid-19 vaccine.

US Tourists to Greece Up by 50% in June

Arrivals to Greece from the US, increased by 50 percent in June compared to record year 2019, reflecting a positive upward trend.

Study: No Holidays This Year for 1 in 2 Greeks 

One in two Greeks will not go on vacation this year, according to a study published recently by the Hellenic Retail Business Association (SELPE).

GNTO to Showcase Mani Through its History, Culture, Food

The GNTO is looking to establish the region of Mani into a leading tourism destination with a focus on culture, gastronomy and history.

Elevate Greece – Greek Hotels Chamber Team Up to Support Tourism Startups

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels has joined forces with Elevate Greece, a state-run platform supporting promising startup activity, aiming to further identify innovators in tourism.

Greece: New Rules for Tourists Infected with Covid-19

Tourists to Greece that find themselves infected with Covid-19 will not be required to quarantine, according to a new government decision issued this week.

Minister: Tourism Driving Greece Growth Beyond Eurozone Average

Tourism is Greece’s “strong card”, set to generate revenues in 2022 that will boost the economy despite the challenges, said Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greece – Moldova Tighten Ties in Tourism

Greece and Moldova have agreed to strengthen ties in tourism with joint actions that will boost tourism flows between the two countries.

The New York Times Highlights Athens’ Creativity in Hospitality, Gastronomy, Art

Athens' new hotels, restaurants and art venues are highlighted in an article published recently in the online edition of the The New York Times.

Greece Ready to Launch Subsidized ‘Tourism for All’ Scheme

Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias said that the annual “Tourism for All” scheme subsidizing holidays for lower income Greeks and their families would soon be accepting applications.

Celestyal Cruises Launches New ‘Shore Experiences’ Program for its Guests

Celestyal Cruises is introducing its guests to a new program of shore excursions offering them the opportunity to explore destinations further and persue personal passions such as gastronomy, art and adventure.

Aldemar Wins ‘Bravo’ Sustainability Award for Water Conservation Program

Aldemar Resorts has been honored at the Bravo Sustainability Awards 2022 for the water conservation program implemented at its Olympian Village resort in the Peloponnese.

Athens Airport June Traffic Nears Pre-Covid Levels

Athens Airport nearly touched pre-pandemic passenger figures in June, reaching 2.43 million in total, still down by 6.8 percent over 2019.

Greek Tourism Ministry Aims to Rebrand ‘Byzantine Lady’ Kastoria

The Greek Tourism Ministry has announced plans to rebrand the lake-side town of Kastoria and promote it as a key tourist destination in Western Macedonia.

Germans First to Buy Holiday Homes in Greece

Germans are keen on buying holiday homes in Greece, moving up to first place on the list of foreigners purchasing properties in the country.