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Greek Tourism Ministry Launches Rhodes Recovery Action Plan

The Greek Tourism Ministry announced a set of actions aimed at restoring tourism to Rhodes after the destructive fires.

Greek Hoteliers Expect Strong Dynamic to Lift Tourism Above 2019 Levels

Greek hoteliers expect strong dynamic to continue, pushing tourism performance beyond pre-Covid 2019 levels.

Greek Beaches: Sunbed Overload Leads to Court Enquiry for Shoreline Misuse

Greece’s Supreme Court has ordered an enquiry following claims that beach bars are illegally occupying a number of island beaches.

Rhodes Fires Take Toll on 10% of Greek Island’s Hotel Capacity

The ongoing fires which have ravaged a large part of Rhodes have taken a toll on 10% of the island’s hotel capacity.

Greek Tourism Enterprises Say Incentives Key to ‘Green’ Transition

Greek tourism enterprises are counting on government incentives to move forward with sustainability objectives, according to a study by Deloitte and INSETE.

Ministry to Promote Greece in France Ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

Greece aims to boost tourist flows from France, with promotional initiatives ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games.

Rhodes is a Frontrunner in Sustainability, Says Tourism Minister

Greece’s tourism minister and Rhodes professionals set priorities with a focus on sustainability.

Greece’s Tourism Sector GDP Contribution Still Down on 2019

Greece’s travel receipts recorded in 2023 are up compared to 2022 but still down over pre-Covid 2019, said Eurobank.

Greek Ferry Operators Offering Discounts for Island Travel

Greek ferry companies including Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and Golden Star Ferries have announced up to 20% discounts on island routes.

Greek Gov’t Seeking Ways to Lower Ferry Ticket Prices

The Greek government expects coastal shipping companies to reduce ferry ticket prices after market reactions.

Investments and Infrastructure Priorities for Greek Tourism Ministry

Greece’s new tourism minister, Olga Kefalogianni, says investments, infrastructure and developing new destinations are top priorities.

New Minister Aims to Equally Distribute Tourism Across Greece

New Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni has made it a priority to fairly distribute tourist flows and revenues to all of Greece.

Greek Interim Tourism Minister Meets with Innovators to Discuss Next Day

Greece’s interim tourism minister, Ioanna Dretta, met with sector innovators to discuss opportunities and challenges ahead.

First Guidance Committee for Sustainable Greek Islands Convenes

The first guidance committee meeting for the GR-eco Islands initiative agrees on sustainable goals which will add value to the Greek island tourism product.

Ioanna Dretta: New Greek Gov’t Must Coordinate to Ensure Tourism Sector

Greece’s interim Tourism Minister Ioanna Dretta sets out priorities for new government after elections.

Greece – Bulgaria to Launch Joint Tourism Promotion Program

Greece and Bulgaria are expected to sign a joint action plan for the promotion of tourism in the coming period.

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.

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.

Maye Musk Explores Greece’s Luxury Tourism Potential

Maye Musk explored ways Greece could evolve into a top luxury tourism destination during a conference held on Santorini.

Infrastructure Upgrades Next in Line to Strengthen Greece’s Tourism

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