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Report: Corfu to See Highest Number of Cruise Passenger Movements in the Adriatic

Corfu in 2023 will be confirmed as the cruise port in the Adriatic with the highest number of passenger movements.

Report: Adriatic Welcomes 3.5 Million Cruise Passenger Movements in 2022

Risposte Turismo gives a sneak preview of the new edition of its Adriatic Sea Tourism Report prior to the upcoming Adriatic Sea Forum 2023 event in Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Thessaloniki Tourism Organization Makes Waves at Seatrade Cruise Global 2023

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization promoted Thessaloniki as a top cruise destination at the Seatrade Cruise Global 2023, the leading annual cruise industry event.

Attica: Tourism Tops Agenda of Talks with Lithuania’s New Ambassador to Greece

Attica’s governor and Lithuania’s ambassador to Greece have agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations in tourism, entrepreneurship and shipping.

CLIA: Demand for Cruise Holidays Continues to Rise

Demand for cruise holidays continues to increase, according to a consumer sentiment survey carried out with 4,500 domestic and international travelers.

Lesvos Takes Steps to Enter Cruise Market

The regional authority of the North Aegean has plans to rebrand Lesvos and reintroduce the Greek island as a cruise destination.

Looking for a Cruise this Fall? Just Sail with the ‘Eclectic Aegean’ and Celestyal!

Celestyal Cruises returns with the 7-night “Eclectic Aegean” itinerary from October 22 until November 12, calling at Istanbul, Kavala, Thessaloniki, Volos, Santorini and Athens.

Celestyal Cruises Removes Covid-19 Protocols for 2023 Season

Celestyal Cruises will remove its Covid-19 vaccination, proof of Covid recovery and pre-departure testing requirements for all guests on sailings commencing on or after 2 March 2023.

Thessaloniki to Welcome First Cruise Ship of the Year with New Luggage Transport Services

Thessaloniki will welcome the first cruise ship of 2022 on February 5 with new check-in and luggage transport services.

Thessaloniki Set to Welcome Cruise Ships from March 2022

Thessaloniki will kick off its cruise season on March 6 with 60 percent of all itineraries to home port in the northern Greek city.

Greek Tourism Bill Ready for Parliament

A bill foreseeing the establishment of Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) in Greece is expected to soon be submitted to Parliament for a vote.

Greece Praised for Cruise Tourism Restart Initiative

Global cruise industry stakeholders have praised Greece for its initiatives to help restart cruise travel after Covid-19.

GNTO: Covid-19 an Opportunity to Move Towards Sustainable Tourism

The Covid-19 pandemic could serve as a springboard to accelerate Greece’s transition to more sustainable tourism practices, GNTO President Angela Gerekou said.

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.

Post-Covid-19 Cruise Return on Greek Tourism Ministry Priority List

Restoring cruise travel to Greece once the Covid-19 pandemic subsides, topped the agenda of talks between Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and CLIA.

Greece Looking to Boost Sea Tourism on Kos, Patmos and Astypalea

Greece is looking to develop yachting, diving and cruise tourism on the islands of Kos, Patmos and Astypalea.

Royal Caribbean Unveils Bold Features on New ‘Odyssey of the Seas’ Cruise Ship

Royal Caribbean International is setting an uncharted course for adventure with the cruise line’s newest ship, Odyssey of the Seas.

Greece and Cyprus Look to Enhance Bilateral Tourism Relations

Greece and Cyprus are exploring ways to increase bilateral cooperation in the field of tourism, especially in regards to specific forms of thematic tourism.

Celestyal Cruises on Course to Extend Greek Tourism Season

Celestyal Cruises is going full speed ahead in its aim to extend the cruise tourism season in Greece, according to the company's CEO, Chris Theophilides.

‘MSC Seaview’ Sets off on Maiden Voyage in Luxury and Style 

MSC Cruises recently inaugurated the latest addition to its fleet, the new flagship "MSC Seaview", during a lavish ceremony in Genoa, Italy.