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September a Strong Month for Greece’s Tourism Sector

September was a good month for the Greek tourism sector with the country’s hotels taking the lead in terms of traveler satisfaction.

Rhodes Recovers After Fires, Welcomes Rise in Charter Flights

The Greek island of Rhodes welcomed 1,130 charter flights in the first two weeks of October.

Kos Island Promoted to Dutch, Belgian Journalists and Tour Operators

Dutch and Belgian journalists and tour operators recently got to know Kos, a popular tourism destination in the Dodecanese island group.

Tourists Returning to Rhodes in Numbers

Tourists are returning to Rhodes in numbers sending occupancy levels ‘back to normal’, according to the South Aegean Region.

‘Rhodes, What You Love is Here’ Tourism Campaign Goes Live

A new campaign promoting Rhodes as an attractive tourism destination has gone live.

Greece to Launch ‘Rhodes, What You Love is Here’ Campaign

In efforts to restore Rhodes’ reputation and encourage tourism to the island, Greece will launch a new international campaign.

Eurail/Interrail Offer Discount Pass to the Greek Islands

Eurail and Interrail have launched a new Greek Islands Pass for EU and non-EU citizens to visit the Greek islands this summer.

Dodecanese Islands Welcome Increase in Tourist Arrivals in January-May

The Dodecanese islands welcomed 78,000 more visitors in the first five months of the year marking a 14% increase over 2022.

Arrivals by Air and Road to Greece Reach 4.4 Million in First Four Months

Greece welcomed 4.4 million arrivals by air and road during the January-April 2023 four-month period.

Greece’s Island-hopping Cycladic Invests in Electric Planes

Cycladic, Greece’s first-ever inter-island airline, plans to invest in electric planes and add new destinations on June 15.

Loss of Russian Tourists in 2022 Keeps Greece’s Tourism Revenues Below 2019

The loss of the Russian market and fewer cruise passenger arrivals kept Greek tourism revenues below 2019 levels in 2022.

Seajets’ Head to Launch Non-profit Foundation to Support Needs of Greek Islands

Seajets’ head, Marios Iliopoulos, has announced the launch of a non-profit foundation to support the needs of the islands the Greek coastal shipping company serves.

Kos Introduced to the Dutch as a ‘Smart Choice’ for Travel All Year Round

The Greek island of Kos showed its best to the Dutch market during the Vakantiebeurs tourism and leisure fair that recently took place in Utrecht.

Greece Property Prices and Rents Rise in 2022

Property prices and rents in Greece surge in 2022 backed by tourism and city upgrades, according to real estate experts.

Milos Island a Top Holiday Choice for Americans and Brits

The island of Milos in the Cyclades has been chosen as a must-see destination in 2023 by two of the most popular British and US travel-related sites.

Tourism for All: Alternative Destinations in Greece See Rise of Domestic Tourists

Greece’s alternative destinations in 2022 saw a boost in Greek visitors thanks to the “Tourism for All” subsidy program for domestic holidays.

Rhodes 2023 Marathon to Welcome Runners from 35 Countries

The Greek island of Rhodes will host athletes from more than 35 countries for the 8th Rhodes International Marathon in late April.

Dutch Choose Rhodes as their Favorite Greek City for 2023

The main town of the Greek island of Rhodes was chosen by Dutch travelers as their Favorite Greek City for 2023, according to an online survey conducted by the website Griekenland.

South Aegean Region Presents ‘Flexible’ 2023 Tourism Promo Drive

The South Aegean Region, which includes many popular Greek islands, has announced a “flexible” tourism strategy for 2023 that is adaptable to the changing conditions of each source market.

ELSTAT: Upward Trend in Q3 Turnover for Greek Accommodation, F&B Services

Greece’s accommodation services providers saw turnover in Q3 increase by 38.6% driven by strong tourism demand, shows ELSTAT data.