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Greece’s Tourism Industry Prioritizes Sustainability and Infrastructure

The Greek Tourism Ministry is focusing on achieving sustainability, implementing infrastructure works and extending the tourist season.

Dutch Tourist Flows to Greece Up by 31% in 2022

Demand by Dutch travelers for Greece is going strong on the back of a good year in 2022, according to the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

BoG: Inbound Travelers to Greece Rise 90.3% in Jan-Nov 2022

Ιnbound travelers to Greece increased in January-November 2022 by 90.3% over the same period in 2021.

Property in Athens a Highly Attractive Investor Option  

Athens is ranked 4th among European cities as a top property investment option, according to data presented by ProfitLevel.

EU’s EES Entry-Exit Biometric Border Controls Delayed

The launch of the EU’s EES travel authorization system has been pushed back to the end of the year.

Thessaloniki Faces Noise Pollution, Parking Problems Due to Tourism

Tourism growth in Thessaloniki has led to a serious parking problem for the city’s residents and to noise pollution, according to local hoteliers.

Greece’s New GNTO Melbourne Branch to Boost Ties with Diaspora 

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) will soon be opening a new office in Melbourne, Australia.

Greece Property Prices and Rents Rise in 2022

Property prices and rents in Greece surge in 2022 backed by tourism and city upgrades, according to real estate experts.

Halkidiki Makes Strong Comeback in Dutch Market

Halkidiki in Northern Greece is recovering lost ground winning back Dutch travelers, according to feedback from the “Vakantiebeurs 2023” expo held in Utrecht, Holland.

More Hotels in Athens to Meet Growing Tourist Demand

More hotels are opening up in Athens to meet the increasing tourist demand on the back of a growing number of direct flights to the Greek capital this year.

Google Searches for Greek Tourism Jobs Rise in 2022

Interest in tourism jobs in Greece appears to be increasing, according to the growing number of searches on Google in 2022.

Austrians Have Eyes Set on Greece for Summer 2023

Destinations in Greece are in high demand among Austrian travelers for the coming summer period.

Greece – Italy Tourism Boards Join Forces

The tourism boards of Greece and Italy have teamed up to promote tourism between the two countries and co-organize initiatives in this direction.

EU Says Covid Certificate Facilitated Travel More Than Other Tools

The EU Digital Covid Certificate (EUDCC) was effective in facilitating travel during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the European Court of Auditors (ECA).

Greece Takes Actions to Strengthen Tourist Flows to Thessaloniki

Increasing the number of international flights to Thessaloniki and Makedonia Airport and reaching out to new markets are top priorities for Greece.

Crete’s Heraklion Airport Marks 3.5% Increase in 2022 Over 2019

Crete’s Heraklion Airport exceeded pre-Covid 2019 passenger levels by 3.5% in 2022 with Chania Airport not far behind.

WHO Calls for Travelers to Wear Masks on Long-haul Flights as New Covid-19 Variant Emerges

The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging governments to re-instate mask-wearing rules on long-haul flights and in high-risk situations.

OECD Sees Greece’s Economy Slowing Down in 2023

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) expects the Greek economy to slow down in 2023 hindered by war, energy crisis, inflation.

High Domestic Demand for Winter Destinations in Greece

Greeks chose popular winter destinations over the holidays giving accommodation providers a much-needed boost.

Greek FinMin Expects Investment Activity to Pick Up in 2023

Investment activity in Greece is set to accelerate this year and next, says Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras.