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Greek Village Soufli Partners with UN Tourism to Promote Women’s Empowerment

The village of Soufli in Greece has teamed up with the UN Tourism organization to support and promote women’s empowerment.

Grecotel Brings Evros into the Spotlight with Gastronomy Program

Local products and cuisine from Evros come into the spotlight as part of the educational "Grecotel Academy – Culinary 2024" program.

‘Best Tourism Villages 2024’ Initiative: Call for Applications

UN Tourism - formerly known as UNWTO - has opened applications for the 2024 edition of its “Best Tourism Villages” initiative.

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.

TIF Expo Organizer to Donate 10% of Ticket Sales to Greece’s Victims of Floods, Wildfires

Greece’s national exhibition body TIF-Helexpo, the organizer of the 87th Thessaloniki International Fair, will support the country’s flood and fire victims with a 100,000-euro donation from ticket sales.

Tourism Stakeholders in Greece-Bulgaria Team Up for CapTour Project  

Medium-sized tourism businesses in Greece and Bulgaria are to benefit from an initiative known as CapTour.

Greece to Highlight Archaeological Site of Plotinopoli in Evros with Mild Interventions

The Greek Culture Ministry has unveiled plans to protect the archaeological site of Plotinopoli in Evros and strengthen its surrounding infrastructure.

Lavender Agritourism Project Promo Launches in Evros, Greece

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is supporting the lesser-known Greek destination of Evros with the “Vast Purple of Evros” agritourism project showcasing the cultivation of lavender in the area.

Soufli Vying for UNWTO ‘Best Tourism Village’ Title

Soufli in Greece is aiming to be among the “Best Tourism Villages”, an initiative of the UNWTO to identify villages of member states that offer to tourism in rural areas.

Greek Tourism Ministry Looks to Develop New Framework for Rock Climbing Sites

The Tourism Ministry is looking to create a new framework for the development of more rock climbing sites in Greece.

AFEA Supports Vulnerable Groups through ‘Health for All’ Program

AFEA Travel and Congress Services supports vulnerable social groups in Greece, through the “Health for All” program.

Greece’s Museums Open with Free Admission on May 18

Greece’s museums will once again take part in the worldwide celebration of International Museum Day and on May 18 will open for the public free of charge.

Evros’ Nature and Wildlife on Display at Ramada Plaza Thraki Hotel

The Ramada Plaza Thraki hotel in Alexandroupolis is hosting a photo exhibition featuring landscapes of Evros and Rodopi in northern Greece.

Macedonia-Thrace Region Troubled With Drop in Tourism, To Refocus Promotional Strategy

In efforts to revive dwindling tourist interest, the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace has decided to place tourism at the center of its development strategy with the aim to “rebrand” the wider location as a "tourist destination of excellence”.

GreenSpots Project Makes Sustainable Tourism Top Priority

Sustainability and networking are at the heart of the ongoing GreenSpots project, a joint effort by Greek and Bulgarian tourism sector professionals to upgrade the tourism product in their regions.