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Casino License Next Step for Crete’s Gournes Project

Greece’s Gaming Commission expects the licensing procedure for the Gournes casino to be announced by the end of the year.

Wastewater Treatment Projects Slated for Greek Islands and Small Communities

The Greek Environment Ministry said 53 small settlements would be getting new urban wastewater facilities.

Greek Easter Travel Boosts Hotel Occupancy Levels Countrywide

Destinations across Greece welcomed the boost in occupancy levels and spending during the extended Greek Easter weekend.

D-Marin Awarded Management of Pylos Marina in Greece

D-Marin – TEMES have been awarded the 40-year right to operate the Pylos marina in Messinia, Greece.

April Tourism Kicks Off for Rhodes With Full Flights

The tourism season on the Greek island of Rhodes has begun with a boom.

Transport Subsidies to Be Distributed to Greek Islanders, Businesses

The Greek government will release 40 million euros to eligible Greek island residents and businesses for fuel and transport costs.

Greek PM Sees Tourism Performance Going Strong in 2023

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said he expected tourism this year to maintain its upward trend.

Greece’s Central Bank Sees Slower Tourism Growth in 2023

Inflationary pressures and the Russia-Ukraine war are set to hinder Greece’s tourism performance this year.

Ellinikon Projects Moving Ahead as Scheduled

Works at the multi-billion-euro Ellinikon project on the Athenian Riviera are moving ahead as scheduled.

Greece Anticipating Record Year in Tourism

Greece is expecting 2023 to be a record year for tourism with arrivals and travel receipts already on the rise.

Nafplio Marina Project PPP Agreement Finalized

The Nafplio marina, the first to be constructed under a public and private partnership, is in the pipeline.

Grivalia to Open New Paros Hotel This Summer

Grivalia’s 5-star Avant Mar Hotel catering to the high-end luxury market is set to open in May on Paros island.

Study Confirms Greek Hotel Sector Comeback in 2023

An ITEP study found that the Greek hotel sector recovered in 2022, with increased turnover and strong performance in August compared to pre-Covid levels.

Upgraded Ports of Patra and Piraeus to Enhance Greece’s Transport

Upgraded infrastructure and planning at Patra and Piraeus ports are expected to boost Greek economy.

Greek Hoteliers Say Flexibility Key to Dealing with Challenges

Greek hoteliers say the time has come to claim a larger piece of the tourism pie.

Minister: Team Work Key to Keeping Greek Tourism in the Lead

Greek Tourism Ministry and hoteliers team up to strengthen the country’s tourism product.

Radisson Group Announces New Hotel in Central Athens

Radisson Hotel Group announced a new hotel in the heart of Athens on Theatrou Square.

Greek Tourism Bodies Calling for Lower VAT Tax Rate

Greece’s tourism bodies have called for a unified 11% VAT charge across all services related to tourism and transport.

Greece Sets Higher Tourism Revenue Target for 2023

The Greek Tourism Ministry is aiming for higher tourism-related revenues in 2023 on the back of a successful 2022.

Parnitha Casino Move to Marousi Approved

The Council of State has approved for the Parnitha casino to relocate to the northeastern Athens suburb of Marousi.