connect with us
Greece's latest tourism industry news by Greek Travel Pages

Athens’ Kallimarmaro Stadium to Host Dior Runway Show on June 17

Dior will hold its "Croisière" runway show at the Kallimarmaro Stadium in Athens on June 17, after receiving the approval of Greece’s Archaeological Council (KAS).

Alonissos Underwater Museum to Reopen for 2021 Summer Season

The Alonissos Underwater Museum is ready to reopen its doors for the summer season, and guide visitors through its unique 5th century shipwreck.

Greece Extends Travel Rules for International Flights

The entry requirements and rules for travelers to Greece from abroad have been extended by the Greek authorities.

EU Digital COVID Certificate for Travel – Greek Version Unveiled

Greece has unveiled its version of the EU Digital COVID Certificate, the document that aims to make travel restriction-free within the European Union.

Tourism Leaders to Gather in Athens for UNWTO’s 66th CEU Meeting

Athens is ready to welcome leading tourism figures to attend the 66th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe (CEU) during June 2-4.

Greece: Digital Transformation, Public-private Partnerships Key for Tourism Development

Digital transformation is a prerequisite for Greek tourism’s development but its swift implementation requires close public-private cooperation, according to a study.

GNTO Upgrades Info Point for Tourists in Greece at Athens Airport

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) has upgraded its tourism info point at the arrivals area of the Athens International Airport.

Greece Expects to Welcome More Tourists this Year, PM Mitsotakis Tells ‘Bild’

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis told Germany’s Bild newspaper that he expects Greece this year to welcome twice as many tourists than in 2020.

Reports: Greece May Make it On the UK’s Revised Travel List

A number of Greek and Spanish islands may soon be included on the UK’s revised “green list” of countries, according to recent reports.

Greece and Saudi Arabia Boost Cooperation in Tourism, Investments

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and his Saudi Arabia counterpart Ahmed Al Khateeb are aiming to stimulate tourism between the two countries and facilitate travel.

Greece Ready to Unveil its Digital ‘Green Pass’ for Travel

Greece on Friday, May 28, will introduce its digital green certificate that aims to make travel easier this summer.

Greek Hoteliers Seek Measures to Avert Employee Dismissals

Citing near to zero bookings, Greek hoteliers are calling on the government to introduce a new round of support measures in order to prevent employee dismissals. 

Commission Releases €2.54bn in SURE Support Funds for Greece

Greece will be receiving 2.54 billion euros to support employment from the European Commission's SURE scheme.

Recovery Fund to Drive Greek Tourism into New Era

Greece’s tourism sector stands to gain significantly once its recovery plan is passed in Brussels, and funding is released and channeled into a number of landmark projects.

Posidonia: Greece Leads the Way in Mediterranean Cruise Travel Restart

Global cruise companies are hoping to stimulate traveler interest and kick-start operations from Greece this summer.

Greek PM Calls for Cooperation to Get EU Covid Travel Pass Off the Ground

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis is calling for cooperation between EU member states for the implementation of the EU Digital Covid-19 Certificate for travel.

Boosting Air Connectivity, Waterways Top Greek Gov’t Priorities

Enhancing air connectivity and getting a waterway network off the ground are among the main priorities of the Greek government.

Greece OKs Dior Photo Shoot at Acropolis Ahead of ‘Croisière 2022’ Athens Show

Greek authorities have given the green light to French luxury fashion house Dior to carry out photo and video shoots for its “Croisière 2022” collection at the Acropolis in Athens.

EU Digital COVID Certificate Must Be Ready By July 1, Says European Tourism Manifesto

The European Tourism Manifesto alliance is urging EU Member States to ensure swift and effective implementation of the Digital COVID Certificate for travel by July 1 at the latest.

Greece Wins 2021 European Heritage Award for Plaka Bridge Restoration Project

Greece has been honored at the European Heritage Awards 2021 for the restoration project of the landmark Plaka Bridge in Epirus.