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EU Joint Project Promotes Nymfaio and Pelister National Park as Tourism Destinations

Greece and the Republic of North Macedonia have teamed up to promote Nymfaio and Pelister National Park.

EU Tightens Short-term Rental Rules, Airbnb Welcomes the News

The EU announced a new set of short-term rental rules aimed at increasing transparency and curbing illegal listings.

Airbnb, Booking.com and VRBO Update Deal with Greek Tax Authorities

Home-sharing giants Airbnb, Booking.com and VRBO have agreed to work with Greek tax authorities.

Airbnb Drops Listings That Do Not Meet Quality Standards

Airbnb announced this week that it would be doing away with any listings that fail to meet quality standards.

Greece Declares 3-Day National Mourning for Pylos Shipwreck Refugee Deaths

Greece declares national mourning after a boat carrying hundreds of refugees sunk in international waters off the shores of Pylos.

Elafonisos Eco Week 2023

The 6th Elafonisos Eco Week will take place from May 29th to June 4th, 2023. Join for a week filled with inspiration, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative action to shape a greener and more sustainable future.

Mykonos Tops Airbnb’s Most Searched Int’l Destinations by US Travelers in Q1

Mykonos is the top most searched for destination by US travelers seeking Airbnb accommodation in Q1.

Airbnb: Top 10 Trending Destinations in Greece for Domestic Travelers

Greeks appear to be interested in Airbnbs on smaller, quieter islands according to the number of searches during January-March this year.

Airbnb Rooms Makes its Debut Worldwide

Airbnb has launched its new Airbnb Rooms product and more than 50 new features and upgrades based on feedback from its community.

Emirates and Etihad Expand Interline Agreement, Offer Single Ticket Travel

Emirates and Etihad Airways have expanded their interline agreement to provide travelers additional itinerary options when visiting the UAE.

Poll: More Airbnb-style Hosts in the EU Want Clearer Rules

Two-thirds of EU short-term rental hosts welcome new rules, want clearer framework.

ITB Berlin Tourism Expo Makes its Comeback as Live B2B Event

ITB Berlin, the world’s leading travel trade show, opened its doors for the first time as an event for B2B visitors only.

Gentrification of Athens Taking Toll on SMEs, Standard of Living

The gentrification of Athens over the last few years is impacting the life of residents and the viability of businesses, says a GSEVEE study.

Angsana Resort & Spa: Greek and Asian 5-star Hospitality on Corfu

The Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa, a luxurious family-friendly beach resort on Corfu, will open for the 2023 season on March 1.

Housing Becoming a Problem in Greece

Greece is among the countries in Europe with the highest number of empty apartments.

Athens’ Audio Walks by Google Show and Tell City’s Secrets, Stories

Google has launched curated audio walks that aim to highlight the unexplored sides of Athens and showcase the city as an all year round tourism destination.

Santorini Welcomes Danae Suites Boutique Hotel

Danae Suites Boutique Hotel, a new hospitality property that offers stylish accommodation and unique sea views, recently opened its doors on the popular Greek island of Santorini.

Deloitte: Seamless Guest Experiences a Must for ‘Hotels of the Future’

Hoteliers in the Mediterranean will have to reshape the look, feel and appeal of their properties in view of changing customer demands, according to a report by Deloitte Greece.
Hellenic Chamber of Hotels President, Alexandros Vassilikos
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Op-Ed: ‘Quality in hospitality is the main priority’ – Alexandros Vassilikos

Hellenic Chamber of Hotels President Alexandros Vassilikos highlights that "quality" is the only "real shield" for the Greek tourism product in the years to come.

Greek Hoteliers Ready for ‘Good’ But Challenging Tourism Season

Although an increase in arrivals to Greece is expected, the tourism sector’s post-Covid recovery will face challenges, according to Greek hoteliers.