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Greece Tourism Ministry Strategy to Focus on Local Communities, Employees

Greek Tourism Minister tells Delphi Forum that strategies should now focus on local communities and the welfare of employees.

Central Greece Port in Agios Konstantinos Gets Upgrade

The main port at Agios Konstantinos in Central Greece will for the first time be accessible to small and medium-sized cruise ships.

Greek Museums and Archaeological Sites See Record High Revenue in Jan-April

Greek museums and archaeological sites in the January-April period saw record revenue of 23.6 million euros, up 38 percent from 2019.

Greece Allows Pets in Specific Archaeological Sites Under New Guidelines

Under specific conditions, people can now visit select archaeological sites in Greece accompanied by their pets.

US Bishops Embark on Pilgrimage Tour to Greece

Fifty US Evangelical Church bishops traced Apostle Paul's journey in Greece, visiting historic and religious sites during a fam trip organized by the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization.

Europa Nostra Launches Costa Carras European Citizens Award for Safeguard of Endangered Heritage

Europa Nostra has announced the launch of the Costa Carras European Citizens award to protect cultural and natural heritage.

European Cultural Center of Delphi to Get €10m Upgrade

The European Cultural Center of Delphi in Central Greece will receive a 10-million-euro upgrade, according to the Greek Culture Ministry.

UNESCO to Celebrate 50th World Heritage Convention with Conference in Delphi, Greece

The celebration of the 50th anniversary of UNESCO’s historic World Heritage Convention will take the form of a conference in Delphi, Greece, during November 17-18.

Free Entrance to Greek Museums, Sites on October 28 National Holiday

State-run museums, monuments and archaeological sites in Greece will offer free entrance to all on the ‘Ohi Day’ national public holiday on October 28.

Culture Declared a ‘Global Public Good’ at UNESCO’s Mondiacult 2022

Culture was recognized as a “global public good” at the UNESCO World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development – Mondiacult 2022 held in Mexico.

Greece Looking to Promote Lifelong Learning Opportunities for Tourism, Hospitality Executives

The Greek Tourism Ministry is looking to promote lifelong learning opportunities for tourism and hospitality executives in Greece, according to Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

Deloitte: Digital Nomads, Technology, Innovation to Define Future of Hospitality

Innovation, technology and digital nomads are affecting global travel trends and will eventually define the future of hospitality, says Vasilis Kafatos from Deloitte.

Investing in Human Capital Key to Greece’s Tourism Success Story, Says HotelBrain Head

The success of Greece’s tourism product hinges on its human resources, making upskilling and education key factors for tourism enterprises, according to HotelBrain President Panos Paleologos.

Greece Partners with Google to Accelerate Sustainable Development of Tourism SMEs

The Greek Tourism Ministry and Google will launch a joint educational program aiming to accelerate the sustainable development of SMEs in Greece.

GNTO: Greek Tourism Receiving Positive Messages for 2022

Greek tourism is expected to have a much better performance in 2022 compared to the past two years, GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis said while speaking at the 7th Delphi Economic Forum.

International Cycling Tour of Hellas to Shine Spotlight on Many Greek Cities

The International Cycling Tour of Hellas will kick off from Crete in April and pass through nine Greek cities before reaching the finish line in Ioannina on May 1.

Ancient Greek Experience Renamed A.G.E. in Group Rebrand

Athens-based travel group ‘Ancient Greek Experience’ recently unveiled its new logo after rebranding to the more global company title ‘A.G.E. Travel Group’.

Sweden’s ‘First Class Magazine’ Highlights Greece as Ski Destination

Sweden’s ‘First Class Magazine’ highlights Greece as an ideal destination for winter sports.

Central Greece Destinations to be Promoted as Ideal for City Breaks

The Tourism Ministry announced plans to promote the destinations of Central Greece for city breaks and launch a tourism campaign for Northern Evia.

Greece is Strengthening Link Between Culture and Tourism, Says Minister

Greece is slowly strengthening the connection between culture and tourism, managing this way to create “brands” for its tourism product, says Culture Minister Lina Mendoni.