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New York Post Highlights Two Greek ‘Must-visit’ Islands: Sifnos & Naxos

The New York Post presents top Greek destinations with Sifnos and Naxos emerging as “must-visit” islands for culture, relaxation and exquisite cuisine.

Chania Municipality Places New Signs to Help Tourists Get Around the City

The city of Chania on Crete has new signs that offer directions, information and walking distances in Greek and English.

Study: Greece Ranks 5th Best European Country for Outdoor Workouts

Greece ranks fifth in Europe for outdoor workouts, benefiting from its high temperature, ample sunshine, and low pollen count, according to a study by Live Rugby Tickets.

Pnoé Breathing Life: New Hospitality Concept Comes to Crete

The 5-star Pnoé Breathing Life resort on Crete will offer an immersive hospitality experience connected with the natural life and authenticity of its destination.

Attica Region Comes Closer to Arabian Market at ATM 2023 Expo

The Region of Attica introduced its various tourism destinations and unique travel experiences to the Middle Eastern market during the recent Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2023.

Museum Dedicated to Greek Theater Director Karolos Koun to Open in Athens

A new museum that will pay tribute to the life and achievements of renowned Greek theater director Karolos Koun will open in the Plaka district in Athens.

Neptune Luxury Resort on Kos Adds Kayak Ice Cream Flavors to Guest Experience

The Neptune Luxury Resort on Kos now offers guests Kayak ice cream and Chillbox frozen yogurt, showcasing the best of Greek flavors and hospitality.

Athens’ Grande Bretagne & King George Hotels Shine at FNL Awards

Athenian hotels Grande Bretagne and King George were honored at the FNL Best Restaurant Awards with distinctions for their unique culinary offerings.

Jet2 to Fly to 5 Greek islands from New Base at Liverpool Airport

Jet2 will launch flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to five islands in Greece from summer 2024.

Polish TV to Show Rhodes as Ideal Family-friendly Destination

Rhodes will be shown as a family-friendly destination on the Polish weekly travel show “Travels of the Little and the Big”.

BOND Events Wins Bronze Award for Excellence in Conference Tourism-MICE

BOND Events & Travel won a Bronze award in the 'Conference Tourism-MICE' category at the Greek Tourism Awards 2023 event in Athens.

Athens Named One of the Top 10 Best Destinations for September Vacation

The Independent includes Athens in the top 10 global destinations for September vacations, citing mild weather and rich history as key attractions.

Thessaly: Destination Management Organization to Launch in Karditsa

A Destination Management Organization (DMO) will launch in Karditsa to lead and coordinate the tourism efforts of the Region of Thessaly and and promote sustainable tourism development.

New App Brings Acropolis of the 5th Century BC Back to Life

A new app gives visitors to the Acropolis the opportunity to experience the site as it was during the 5th century BC.

Thessaloniki’s Alkazar Mosque Set for Full Restoration

Thessaloniki’s iconic Hamza Bey Mosque, also known as Alkazar, will be fully restored under a budget of 10.5 million euros.

Marketing Greece Invites Travelers to Listen to the ‘Echoes’ of Epirus

A new film by Marketing Greece unveils the natural beauty, intangible cultural heritage and hospitable locals of the region of Epirus in northwestern Greece.

Celestyal Cruises Expands Global Commercial Team with Two Senior Appointments

As part of its investment in key markets, Celestyal Cruises has appointed two senior members - Tobias Klitsch and Beth Hulett - to its commercial team.

Acropolis Museum: Free Entry on Saturday Night, All Day on May 18

The Acropolis Museum, one of the most popular museums in Athens and across Greece, will open its doors with free admission on two special occasions this month.

Study: Greece’s Popularity as Wine Tourism Destination on the Up

Greece is gaining popularity for its wine tourism experiences, with a 41% increase in searches for wine tours and tasting in 2022, according to a study by Tourix.

Romanian TV to Show Best of Meteora and Trikala

The beauty and culture of Meteora and Trikala will soon be shown for all of Romania to see through the country’s state television network TVR.