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South Aegean Islands Welcome 5.4 Million Arrivals So Far in 2022

The South Aegean Region, which includes popular destinations such as Rhodes, Kos, Santorini, and Mykonos, welcomed 5.4 million arrivals so far this year.

Condé Nast Traveler: ‘Katikies’ on Santorini and Mykonos Voted Top Hotels in Greece

The Katikies Santorini and Katikies Mykonos hotels are at the top of the “15 best hotels in Greece” list of this year’s Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards.

Attica Region is Europe’s Leading Sustainable Tourism Destination for 2022

The Region of Attica was named Europe’s Leading Sustainable Tourism Destination for 2022 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) European Gala Ceremony.

Flisvos Marina Wins ‘Smart & Sustainable Marina’ Award

Flisvos Marina in Greece was recognized for its respect for the environment and was named best “Smart and Sustainable Marina” at an international competition at the Monaco Yacht Club.

Greece Among Best Countries in the World for Wellness Retreats

Greece is among the best countries in the world for a wellness retreat, according to the results of a survey that used data from TripAdvisor.

South Aegean Region Sees Strong September Arrivals After Robust August

Greece’s South Aegean Region has already reached record year 2019 levels in September with the number of arrivals so far up by 18%.

Jet2 to Boost Seat Availability to South Aegean Islands in 2023

UK leisure travel group Jet2 has announced an increase in available air passenger seats to the South Aegean Islands for 2023.

Eastern Halkidiki Forms Tourism Ties with Sicilian Cities

The Aristotle Municipality in Eastern Halkidiki held a tourism roadshow in Sicily aiming to strengthen tourism and cultural ties with local officials and travel professionals.

Mykonos Getting Ready to Host its 1st Running Festival

Mykonos is getting ready to host its first running festival, a new sports tourism event to take place during September 30 – October 2.

Larissa is Host Destination of Major Cities of Europe In-person Conference

The Greek city of Larissa in November will host the Major Cities of Europe’s annual conference, an event dedicated to the digital transformation of cities in the post-Covid-19 era.

Crete to Host International Stand-up Paddling Competition

The town of Agios Nikolaos on the Greek island of Crete is preparing to host an international stand-up paddling (SUP) competition during September 24-25.

Street in Athens Among ‘World’s Coolest’ for 2022

Kolokotroni Street in Athens is among the world’s coolest streets for 2022, according to a survey carried out by Time Out media group.

Corfu Welcomes Opening of First ‘Dreams’ Branded Hotel in Greece

Corfu has welcomed the opening of the five-star Dreams Corfu Resort & Spa, the first ‘Dreams’ branded hotel in Greece.

Celestyal Cruises Eases Covid-19 Testing Rules, Drops Mask Mandate

Celestyal Cruises has announced the further relaxation of its Covid-19 health protocols for all its sailings.

Shadow Art Exhibition Opens at Santo Maris Oia Resort on Santorini

The Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa is inviting Santorini’s residents and visitors to a shadow art exhibition in its newly established art space.

Athens Center Gets ‘Green’ Upgrades in August

Aiming to build a more sustainable city, the Municipality of Athens in August carried out 19 green upgrade projects in neighborhoods around the city center.

Holy Land Uncovered: Special Thessaloniki Episode to Air September 18

The Greek city of Thessaloniki will be presented to Israelis through an episode of ‘Holy Land Uncovered’, a popular TV show on i24 News.

Vigla Becomes Amorgos’ First Hotel to Offer E-bike Service

Vigla Hotel has become the first hotel on Amorgos to offer guests e-bikes, as an alternative way to explore the island.

HotelBrain Launches Strategic Partnership with Kipriotis Hotels

The Greek hospitality scene sees a new strategic partnership, which consists of the long-term lease of all the hotels of the Kipriotis Group by HotelBrain.

World’s Most Powerful Passports: Greece Ranks 8th

The Greek passport remains among the strongest in the world ranking eighth on the Henley Passport Index, offering its holders visa-free access to 185 countries.