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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.

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.

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.

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.

Athens Mayor Wants to Preserve Historic Cinemas

Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis, city residents and heritage groups are calling for the protection of two historic cinemas.

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.

Poll: Greeks Say Gov’t Doing Good Job in Tourism Ahead of Elections

Ahead of elections, Greeks say the current government is doing a good job in attracting tourism.

PM: Increasing Tourist Spending in Greece a Top Priority for 2023

Increasing traveler spending in Greece is a main government priority for 2023, according to Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Mitsis Hotels to Restore Central Athens Mansion into Luxury Hotel

Mitsis Hotels will invest 36 million euros to convert the historic Schliemann – Mela Mansion in Athens into a 5-star hotel.

Athens Hotel Occupancy Levels Rise by 69% in Jan-Feb

First two months of the year set positive pace for Athens – Attica hotel occupancy forecasts.

Tourism Ministry Sets Out Goals for Central Greece

Actions required to promote the Central Greece Region as a tourist destination topped the agenda of Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

Resources Available to Reinvent Northern Evia, Says Greek Tourism Ministry

The resources that will contribute to Northern Evia’s regeneration are available, according to the Greek Tourism Ministry.

IOBE: Germany Leading Investor in Greece

Germany is the main investor in Greece with direct investments totaling 6.8 billion euros in 2021-2022.

Major Infrastructure Projects Slated for Central Greece

Major upgrade and infrastructure projects budgeted at 4.2 billion euros are in the pipeline in the Central Greece Region.

Mitsis Hotel Group Plans to Revive the Kamena Vourla Thermal Springs

Mitsis Hotels is moving ahead with an ambitious plan to redevelop the thermal springs in the coastal town of Kamena Vourla.

Greece Heightens Security at Airports and Border Points

A total of 1,188 police officers will be stationed at Greece’s airports and border points as part of efforts to enhance security.

Piraeus Port Sees 2022 Revenue Soar, Cruise Arrivals Rise

Greece’s largest port Piraeus reported strong turnover and more cruise ship arrivals in 2022.

Greece’s Hospitality Sector Starting Point for Partnerships in Tourism

Greece’s hospitality sector could become the ideal starting point for partnerships in tourism, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.