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Greece’s Island-hopping Cycladic Invests in Electric Planes

Cycladic, Greece’s first-ever inter-island airline, plans to invest in electric planes and add new destinations on June 15.

Greece Welcomes More than 1 Million Travelers in Q1

More than 1.87 million travelers visited Greece in Q1 boosting travel receipts by 63.8% and setting the pace for the months ahead.

Greece a Top Residence-by-investment Option

Greece is among the Top 10 countries to buy real estate for residence, but missing out on the Russian market.

Athenian Riviera to Welcome Mandarin Oriental Hotel

The first Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Athens is set to open on the coastal front of The Ellinikon in the summer of 2027.

BoG: US Tourists Drive Rise in Greece Travel Receipts for January-March

Greece Q1 travel receipts came close to pre-Covid 2019 levels driven in large part by US traveler arrivals and spending.

Rising Demand Boosts Turnover at Greek Hotels and Restaurants

Greek hotels and restaurants posted strong gains in March reflecting a robust tourism dynamic for the months ahead.

Greece Waterway Network with 30 Ports Moving Forward, Says Seaplane Operator

The largest waterway network in Greece, which includes 30 seaplane ports in the South Aegean, is in the final stretch, according to operator Grecian Air Seaplanes.

Contract Paves Way for Construction of Panathinaikos Stadium in Athens

The Municipality of Athens signed a contract with a consortium for the construction of the Panathinaikos Stadium in Votanikos.

NBG: Greek Hotels Optimistic for 2023, Expect Strong Growth in Next Three Years

Greek hotels are set for a positive three years ahead on the back of a dynamic start in 2023, according to the National Bank of Greece.

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.

Greece’s Regional Airports Outdo Pre-Covid 2019 Traffic Levels in April

Greece’s regional airports run by Fraport managed to exceed pre-Covid 2019 levels last month handling 1.6 million passengers.

Commission: Greece’s Economic Growth Forecast Above EU Average

The European Commission expects the Greek economy to grow at a rate that exceeds the eurozone and EU average in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Six Senses Luxury Resorts to Make Debut Near Athens

Luxury hospitality giant Six Senses will make its debut in Greece with the Six Senses Megalonisos hotel near the island of Evia.

Tourism Infrastructure Works in the Pipeline for North Aegean Region

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis pledges hundreds of infrastructure works, including port and airport upgrades, for North Aegean Region.

Greek Court Puts Three Piraeus Port Extension Projects on Hold

Greece’s highest court decides to suspend three key investment projects at Piraeus Port after calls by residents.  

Fraport Airports in Greece Boost Group Business in Q1

Activity at Greece’s 14 regional airports helped boost Fraport Group's Q1 results.

EU Ambassadors Confirm Investor Interest in Greek Tourism Projects

Investment opportunities in Greece were the focus of an EU ambassadors event held at the Swedish Institute in Athens.

Hotels in Greece Change Hands Through Million-euro Deals

A number of hotels in Greece worth over 300 million euros in total have gone to new owners demonstrating a growing investor demand.

Infrastructure Upgrades Next in Line to Strengthen Greece’s Tourism

Accelerating infrastructure upgrades linked to tourism is a top government priority for Greece.

Delphi Forum: Investing in Luxury Tourism Should Be a Top Priority for Greece

Establishing Greece into a leading luxury destination should be a top priority, according to market professionals attending the 8th Delphi Economic Forum in Greece.