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Angsana Corfu Resort Shows Commitment to Sustainability in First Year of Operation

Since its opening last summer, the Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa has carried out a number of activities to offset its environmental footprint and protect the environment.

Athens College Opens Exhibition Dedicated to History of the Greek Flag

An exhibition dedicated to the history of the Greek flag has opened its doors at the Athens College Theater in the Greek capital.

Covid-19: Greece Updates Rules for Entrance to Public Services, Churches, Restaurants

The Greek government has updated the Covid-19 rules that citizens must follow to enter public services, banks, churches, restaurants and bars in Greece.

Greek Cities Join EU Mission for Climate-neutrality by 2030

The Greek Environment Ministry and 21 municipalities have signed a memorandum of cooperation for inclusion in the EU’s mission towards climate neutrality by 2030.

Nafplio on List of ‘Most Welcoming Cities on Earth’ for 2022

Booking.com has placed the Greek city of Nafplio on its list with the "10 Most Welcoming Cities on Earth for 2022".

Creta Maris Adds Smart Hotel TVs in Rooms, Includes Netflix for Guests

The Creta Maris Beach Resort on Crete has added LG smart hotel TVs that include the Netflix streaming service in all its rooms, aiming to further upgrade the hospitality experience for guests.

Global Cruise Passenger Volume to Exceed 2019 Levels by 2023, Says CLIA

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) sees 2022 as a pivotal transition year for the cruise industry and expects full recovery in 2023.

Greece Announces Culture Projects on North Aegean Islands Worth €6.2m

Cultural projects budgeted at 6.28 million euros will soon be carried out on the Greek islands of Chios, Lesvos, Limnos and Agios Efstratios.

Central Macedonia Looks to Attract More Travelers from Spain

The Region of Central Macedonia is taking steps to open to Spanish travelers and promoted its tourism offerings at the Fitur 2022 international fair in Madrid.

HELMEPA Holds Record Number of Cleanup Operations on Greek Coasts in 2021

The Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association (HELMEPA) in 2021 coordinated 196 cleanups all over Greece, covering 130 km of coastline.

Attiki Odos: Toll-free Movement of Vehicles Until January 30

Vehicles entering the Attiki Odos, the major highway of Athens, will not be required to pay tolls until January 30.

New WWF Documentary Highlights Greece’s Fishing Tourism Opportunities

WWF Greece will soon release a new documentary on fishing tourism and its benefits for the country’s marine ecosystem and the economy.

Thessaloniki to Commemorate 100 Years Since the Asia Minor Catastrophe

The Greek city of Thessaloniki this year will hold a number of events and initiatives to commemorate the 100th anniversary since the Asia Minor catastrophe.

Registration for 2022 Athens Half Marathon Event Opens

Registration for the 2022 Athens Half Marathon event will open on Friday, January 28.

Emirates Signs New Distribution Agreement with Amadeus

Emirates has signed a new distribution agreement with Amadeus, extending their partnership to offer the travel trade community more flexibility and choice.

Greece’s Year-round Hotels See Occupancy Levels Reach 60% During Holiday Season

Hotel occupancy levels at winter destinations in Greece reached 60% during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Greece to Begin Promoting Military Tourism Sites

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is taking action to promote military tourism sites in Greece including museums and historic monuments.

Thessaloniki’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites on Google’s Arts & Culture Platform

The UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Greek city of Thessaloniki are now available on Google's Arts & Culture online platform.

Greek Hoteliers Expect Turnover to Reach 2019 Levels in 2023

The majority of Greek hoteliers expect their turnover to reach pre-pandemic levels in 2023, according to a survey by the Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP).

New Hollywood Production to Start Filming in Northern Greece

A new Hollywood production starring Robert De Niro is expected to start filming in Paranesti in the area of Drama, northern Greece, in a few months.