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Greece Aims to Boost 2020 Tourism Revenue by 10%

The Greek Tourism Ministry is aiming for Greece this year to see a 10 percent increase in tourism revenue and a 4.5 percent increase in the average per capita expenditure of tourists.

Greece Announces Strategic Goals for 2020 Tourism Season

The Greek Tourism Ministry has set goals for the 2020 season, aiming to maximize benefits for the sector and the Greek economy in general.

Ξεκινά η Σχολή Ξεναγών Θεσσαλονίκης στις 3 Φεβρουαρίου

Η έναρξη των μαθημάτων του πρώτου εκπαιδευτικού έτους της Σχολής Ξεναγών Θεσσαλονίκης θα γίνει στις 3 Φεβρουαρίου.

Kos Needs New Tourism Destination Brand Identity, Says Ministry

The Greek Tourism Ministry is looking to establish a new tourism destination brand identity for the Aegean island of Kos.

Special Tourism Promotion Planned for Greek Islands Overwhelmed by Migration Surge

Special tourism campaigns will launch for the Greek islands that have been affected by migrant flows.

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.

Greece’s Regional Tourism Council Aims for Long-term Development Strategy

Ways of enhancing Greece’s tourism competitiveness and extending the season were discussed at the first meeting of the Regional Tourism Council, held in Athens.

First Meeting of Greece’s Regional Tourism Council Announced

Greece's governors from its 13 regions will gather in Athens to attend the first meeting of the country's Regional Tourism Council.

Next Step for Greek Tourism: Adaptation to Digital Economy

“The adaptation of Greek tourism to the digital economy is a one-way street," said Deputy Tourism Minister Manos Konsolas during the Digi.travel EMEA Conference in Athens.

Greece Aims to Link Commerce with Tourism for Greater Benefit

The Tourism Ministry and Greece's trade bodies are seeking ways to link tourism with trade for the benefit of the greater economy.

Υπουργείο Τουρισμού: Φοιτητικό πάσο στους σπουδαστές των ΑΣΤΕ

Διάταξη σε νομοσχέδιο του Υπουργείου Παιδείας προβλέπει την απόδοση φοιτητικού πάσου στους σπουδαστές των ΑΣΤΕ.

Greece Looking to Include More Fields of Study in Tourism Education

The Tourism Ministry is looking to introduce new fields of study to Greece's tourism education system, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Manos Konsolas.

Greece to Move Towards Human-centered Tourism Model

Greece's main goal is to move towards a more human-centered tourism development model, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Greece Looks to Improve Visa Processing Due to Rise in Demand

Τhe Greek government is looking to address the increased demand for traveler visas to Greece, mainly from Russia and China.

Health and Wellness Tourism Greece’s Next Priority

Greece is exploring the possibility of the creation of clusters involving hospitals, medical centers and hotels to provide a full health tourism product to visitors.

Greek Tourism Ministry Considers Training Programs for Unemployed

In view of the start of the summer season, the Greek Tourism Ministry is considering the launch of training programs for the unemployed.

Greece’s Tourism Ministry Supports US – Hellenic Education Initiatives

The Greek Tourism Ministry has signed an agreement with the Center for Hellenic Studies "Paideia" in the US to support efforts of spreading the Greek language.

Revamp Works Key for Development of Urban Tourism in Athens, Says Deputy Minister

Revamp works are key for the development of Athens as an urban tourism destination, says Deputy Tourism Minister Manos Konsolas.

Athens Hoteliers Call for New Strategy, Improved Tourism Policies

Hoteliers in Athens are calling for a new strategy and improved policies in order to meet current challenges and further enhance tourism in the Greek capital.

Ministry Aiming to Upgrade All Levels of Tourism Education in Greece

The Greek Tourism Ministry is aiming to directly link tourism education with the true needs of the sector's businesses in Greece.