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Cyprus Tourism Professionals to ‘Connect’ with Imathia, Central Macedonia

Imathia in Central Macedonia will take center stage at the upcoming “Connect in Cyprus” event to be held by the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) in Nicosia.

Patmos First Dodecanese Island to Get Approval for Seaplane Flights

Patmos is the first Dodecanese island that received approval to operate seaplanes, according to Hellenic Seaplanes.

Makedonia Palace Offers Support to the Flood-stricken in Greece

Thessaloniki’s Makedonia Palace Hotel has partnered with the Hellenic Red Cross to support Thessaly’s flood-stricken residents.

Mar-Bella Collection Accredited as a Great Place to Work

The Mar-Bella Collection, a family-run hospitality brand, has achieved ‘Great Place to Work’ certification for 2023-2024.

Royal Palace of Philip II in Aiges to Open Soon for Visitors

The Royal Palace of Philip II in Aiges, one of Greece's most significant archaeological sites, is slated to open to the public in December following major restoration.

Piraeus Port Sees ‘Impressive’ 85% Increase in Cruise Passengers in Jan-Aug

The port in Piraeus, the largest port in Greece and one of the largest in Europe, saw a 85% increase in cruise passengers from January to August.

Athens Mayor Presents New Lykavittos Theater in Timelapse Video

The transformation of the Lykavittos Theater in Athens, which is reopening after 15 years, is shown through a timelapse video.

Crete and the Peloponnese Among Europe’s Greatest Autumn Beach Breaks

Crete and the Peloponnese are among the top 10+1 European destinations for an autumn beach break, according to The Telegraph.

Eastern Halkidiki Summer Vacation Programs Presented to Kazakhstan Market

The Aristotle Municipality in Halkidiki presented its luxury, marine and pilgrimage tourism offerings to Kazakhstan’s tourism market.

Greek Tourism Ministry Puts Thessaly’s Problems High on Agenda

The Greek Tourism Ministry is committed to help Thessaly recover from the recent floods caused by Storm Daniel.

Navarino Agora to Host Festival Promoting Messinia’s Local Wines

The Navarino Agora in Costa Navarino will host the Messinia Terroirs Wine Festival during September 29-October 1 to promote the area’s local wines.

Athens, Greece, Hosts Emmy Awards Semi-Finals for the First Time

For the first time ever, the city of Athens hosted a semi-final judging round for the International Emmy Awards.

Animal Clinic Opens in Athens, Offers Free Medical Care for Pets and Strays

The first municipal veterinary clinic in Athens opened its doors, offering free medical care for stray animals and pets.

Greece to Launch Special Vacation Passes for Fire-stricken Evros and Dadia

The Greek government will launch special digital passes to stimulate tourism in the fire-stricken areas of Evros and Dadia.

Heraklion and Sharm El Sheikh to Establish Air Connection

An air connection is expected to launch between Heraklion, Crete, and Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, to boost tourism between the two cities.

Thessaloniki’s Convention Bureau Announces New President, Board of Directors

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) has announced Thessaloniki Concert Hall Marketing Director Prodromos Monastiridis as its new president.

Marketing Greece: New Festival to Introduce Autumn Side of Kefalonia

The new “Stay Active Kefalonia” festival will introduce the autumn side of the Ionian island with events including hiking, sea kayaking, cycling and a marathon.

Salonica Restaurant Adds Another Golden Chef’s Cap Award to its Collection

The Salonica Restaurant of the Makedonia Palace Hotel once again received the Golden Chef’s Cap award.

Athens Mayor Looks to Take Action on Civil Protection Issues, Climate Change

Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis and Nikos Hardalias, candidate for governor of Attica Region, are exploring ways to protect the Greek capital from the effects of climate change.

ITT 2024: Halkidiki to Host Major UK Travel and Tourism Conference

The UK’s ITT Conference will return to Greece after 26 years and take place in Halkidiki in June 2024.