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Metaxa Hospitality Group Announces Opening of Hotels on Crete and Santorini

The Metaxa Hospitality Group has announced the opening of its hotels on the Greek islands of Crete and Santorini for the 2022 summer season.

ATHENA International Olive Oil Competition Taking Place in Sitia, Crete

The coastal city of Sitia on the island of Crete is hosting the ATHENA International Olive Oil Competition 2022, which will recognize some of the world’s best olive oil producers.

Cyclades Islands See Increase in Ferry Arrivals in 2021

Ferry arrivals to the Cyclades islands showed signs of recovery during the third quarter of 2021, compared to the same period in 2020, according to data by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).

Lighthouse Athens: A Must-Visit Hotel in the Center of the Greek Capital

The Lighthouse Athens of Brown Hotels is a ‘must-visit destination’ for local explorers and tourists.

Kālesma Mykonos Honored as Best Boutique and Fine Dining Hotel for 2022

Kālesma Mykonos has received two gold honors as best boutique and fine dining hotel for 2022 at the Greek Hotel of the Year Awards.

Culture Ministry has Plans to Boost Promotion of Ioannina Castle

The Greek Culture Ministry has announced a strategic plan to restore and promote the landmark Ioannina castle in Western Greece.

Seajets Launches New ‘Superstar’ Vessel with Evening Routes, Special Offers

The new luxury ‘Superstar’ vessel of Greek ferry operator Seajets on April 8 will begin itineraries from the port of Rafina to the Aegean islands.

EU Launches 2023 European Destination of Excellence Competition

The European Commission is calling on smaller destinations to apply for the 2023 European Destinations of Excellence competition.

Nemea Peloponnese 3rd Stop for Greek Wine Tourism Roadshow

The area of Nemea in the Peloponnese is the 3rd stop of the Greek Tourism Ministry’s wine tourism road show series.

Naxos Airport in Greece to Get Upgrade

Funds of 23.07 million euros have been approved for the improvement and expansion of the airport on the Greek island of Naxos.

GNTO Scandinavia Branch Named ‘Best Foreign Tourist Office’ in Norway

The Greek National Tourism Organization’s branch in Scandinavia has been named Norway’s Best Foreign Tourism Office for 2021 at the Grand Travel Awards.

Kalamata Seaplane Port Gets Green Light

Construction of a seaplane port in the town of Kalamata is set to begin after local government and relevant ministries approved licensing.

Accor to Open Second MGallery Hotel in Greece: the Niko Seaside Resort on Crete

Accor on April 10 will open its second MGallery property in Greece: the new Niko Seaside Resort on the popular island of Crete.

Greek Tourism Recovery on Agenda of Delphi Economic Forum 2022

The recovery of tourism and the challenges of the 2022 tourism season will be discussed during the 7th Delphi Forum in the Greek city of Delphi during April 6-9.

Eurowings: Flights to Crete, Rhodes and Mykonos from Stockholm for Summer 2022

Eurowings will fly to the Greek islands of Crete, Rhodes and Mykonos from its new base in Stockholm for summer 2022.

Five-star ‘Once in Mykonos Luxury Resort’ to Open in May

The ‘Once in Mykonos Luxury Resort’, a new five-star hospitality property on the popular Greek island of Mykonos, is opening in May.

Airbnb Bookings for Summer in Greece Up by 232%

Bookings for Airbnbs in Greece this summer are up by 232% placing the country in the lead in Europe in terms of overall booking performance through to March 1.

Greece and Bangladesh Sign Bilateral Agreement to Boost Cooperation in Culture

Greece and Bangladesh have agreed to boost cooperation in the fields of culture and education.

Wizz Air: New Summer Services from London Gatwick to Chania and Mykonos

Wizz Air has included the Greek destinations of Mykonos and Chania to its 2022 summer schedule from London’s Gatwick Airport.

Athens Epidaurus Festival Announces Program for 2022

The Athens Epidaurus Festival has unveiled its summer 2022 events program that will feature some 70 productions and 2,000 performers.