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Greece’s GNTO Named Best Tourist Board Partner for 2023 by UK Tour Operators

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) was recently voted the Best Tourism Organization for 2023 by members of AITO – The Specialist Travel Association.

Greece a Top Destination Choice for Dutch, Belgian Tourists  

Greece is among the top picks this year for incoming travelers from the Netherlands and Belgium.

Athens Welcomes 460,000 Travelers from Scandinavian Countries in 2023

The appeal of Athens for Scandinavians is on the rise, according to recent data from Athens International Airport (AIA).

Travel Agents from Eastern China Explore Athens, Greek Islands

Travel agents from Eastern China recently cruised the Greek islands and visited top hot spots in Athens and Nafplion during a fam trip supported by the GNTO.

‘Sympossio’ Roadshow Event Promotes Greek Gastronomy for 14th Year

Leading tour operators in the UK, Slovakia, Romania, the Czech Republic, Poland and Italy sampled Greek local products at the Sympossio 2024 event by Aldemar Resorts.

GNTO’s ‘Cherry Blossom in Pieria’ Initiative to Boost Tourism

The two-day ‘Cherry Blossom in Pieria’ initiative highlighted the Central Macedonia region’s tourism potential.

GNTO – ACG Team Up to Study Greece’s Tourism and Branding History

The GNTO and the American College of Greece will be working together to record and study the country’s tourism and branding history.

GNTO Promotes Greece’s Sports Tourism Through Running, Bike Events

Running events in Ilia and Chania, a bike festival in Athens and a sports robotics competition in Heraklion will take place in April under the auspices of the GNTO.

Greece Still a Top Holiday Destination for Israelis, Say Professionals

Greece remains a top holiday destination for Israeli travelers, according to feedback from Israel-based tourism professionals and media at the IMTM expo in Tel Aviv.

Austrian Holidaymakers Picking Greece Again this Year

Austrian travelers are choosing Greece again this year with prebookings already marking double-digit increases.

New Greek Tourism Startup Helps People with Reduced Mobility Travel Easier

Aiming to promote accessible tourism and inclusive travel, a new Greek startup company has launched to help people with reduced mobility organize their trips in an easier way.

Greece’s Cycling Tour 2024 to Start in Thessaloniki, Finish in Athens

The "DEI International Cycling Tour of Greece" event for the first time will start from Thessaloniki and end in Athens, "uniting" the two major urban centers of Greece.

Greek Hoteliers Promote Greece’s Mainland at ITB Berlin 2024 Expo

Greek hoteliers promoted Greece’s mainland destinations at ITB Berlin 2024 as part of efforts to introduce lesser-known spots to visit.

Greece’s GNTO Joins Mastercard’s Tourism Innovation Hub

Greece’s national tourism board has teamed up with Mastercard and joined its Tourism Innovation Hub, an initiative that aims to develop and transform the global tourism industry.

ITB Berlin: Minister Sees 2024 as Excellent Year for Greek Tourism

The Tourism Ministry sees 2024 as another excellent year for Greek tourism, after receiving positive feedback at ITB Berlin.

Greece Strengthens Ties with Emirates to Expand Presence in Key Source Markets

The GNTO has partnered with Emirates to boost visits to Greece from key source markets including the US, the UAE, Australia, India and China.

Greece Ready for ITB Berlin 2024 Tourism and Travel Expo

For three days, Greece will exhibit its tourism offerings at the ITB Berlin in Germany, one of the world’s leading travel trade shows.

Civitel to Showcase its Hotels & Resorts at ITB Berlin 2024

Civitel Hotels & Resort will participate in the ITB Berlin 2024 expo to showcase its exceptional services, luxurious accommodations, and innovative solutions for travelers.

Greece Explores Jewelry-making as a Tourist Experience

Greece explores adding jewelry-making to its list of tourist experiences as part of plans to reach out to new markets and preserve local arts and crafts.

Romanians Place Greece and Halkidiki High on Favorite Destination Lists

All the more Romanians are picking Greece for their holidays and Halkidiki as their favorite destination.