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Nafplio’s Bourtzi Fortress to Open for Visits from August 5

The Bourtzi Fortress in Nafplio, which has been closed for years, will reopen to the public on August 5 after an extensive restoration.

BoG: 5-month International Arrivals to Greece Rise by 32.9%

International arrivals to Greece during January-May were up by 32.9%, boosting travel receipts by 30.7%.

Greece Meets Conditions to Become Health Tourism Destination

Greece could potentially attract 100,000 tourists seeking medical, health and wellness services who would generate more than 400 million euros annually.

Tapping into Wellness Tourism Next Priority for Greece

Greece is aiming to tap into wellness tourism and take actions to attract investments in that direction.

Tourism 2022: New Year Message by UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili

“UNWTO is in a good place to use the achievements of 2021 as a springboard for building a better tourism in the years to come,” says Zurab Pololikashvili.

Autohellas Signs €180m Financing Agreement with JPMorgan Chase

Autohellas has signed a financing agreement with JPMorgan Chase for 180 million euros through securitization of lease receivables.

Global Tourism Crisis Committee Advances Solutions for Return of Travel

The UNWTO recently convened its Global Tourism Crisis Committee to lead the sector in harmonizing travel and health protocols and securing vital financing for businesses struggling to survive the Covid-19 crisis.

Avis Secures €130m to Invest in Sustainable Transport

Avis, a leading car rental company in Greece, has secured 130 million euros in funding for the expansion of its fleet of electric and hybrid cars.

Piraeus’ Landmark Tower to Get New Lease on Life

An abandoned tower in the heart of Piraeus will get a new lease on life after the Piraeus Municipality signed a concession deal for its redevelopment.

Global Experts to Share their Vision for Greece at Delphi Economic Forum 2020

Leading experts from 35 countries will share their vision for Greece during the Delphi Economic Forum 2020 in March.

Ionian Islands Look Towards a Sustainable Destination Management Plan

The Ionian Islands Region is looking to implement a sustainable destination development plan to drive tourism growth and improve competitiveness.

Greek Government Sets Goals for Tourism in 2020

The priorities for Greek tourism in 2020 were set by Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Abandoned Piraeus Tower Set to Shine 45 Years Later

The Cante Holdings Ltd - Prodea consortium has tentatively been selected as the preferred bidder in a tender for the revamp of the Piraeus Tower.

Greece’s New Tourism Campaign to Focus on New Markets, Affluent Travelers

Greece's new tourism strategy for 2020 will focus on new markets and affluent travelers, according to GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis.

Santorini, Rhodes Tourism Stakeholders Invited to Design Destination Plan

Tourism stakeholders and residents on the islands of Rhodes and Santorini have until July 31 to provide feedback for the creation of a viable destination management plan.

Rhodes and Santorini Get EU-funded Destination Management Program

A pilot destination management planning initiative has rolled out on the popular Greek islands of Rhodes and Santorini, the EBRD announced.

World Leaders to Gather in Greece for Delphi Economic Forum 2019

Heads of State, Prime Ministers and EU Commissioners will participate in the Delphi Economic Forum 2019, which will be held between February 28-March 3 in Delphi, central Greece.

Fraport Greece Honored for Best Transport Infrastructure Deal

Fraport Greece has received the award for the "Best Transport Infrastructure" deal in Central and Eastern Europe, in the Project Finance Awards 2017.

Greek Tourism Body Hails New Labor Agreement

The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) welcomed the national general labor agreement signed with the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE).

Greece, UNWTO Strengthen Ties at FITUR 2018

The Greek Tourism Ministry and the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) will further strengthen their cooperation.