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SAS: Greek Destinations on 2023 Summer Flight Program

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced its 2023 summer program, which will see flights to over 100 destinations including Athens, Thessaloniki, Corfu, Rhodes and Chania.

Demand for Luxury Villas in Greece Breaks Record, Says Report

Demand for luxury villas in Greece broke all records with 26.3% of all purchases made on the islands of Mykonos and Corfu, according to data by Greece Sotheby’s International Realty.

Greece Tops ‘World’s Most Popular Luxury Cruise Destinations’ List in October

Greece and the ports of Piraeus, Santorini, Mykonos and Rhodes were among the most requested luxury cruise destinations in October, according to a report by CruiseCompete.

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.

Greek Destinations Among Europe’s Best to Escape to this Winter

Many Greek destinations have been included on Europe’s 50 Best to Escape Winter list released by Holidu and Spain–Holiday.

Greece Celebrates World Wine Tourism Day with Free Events

Wineries in Greece on Sunday, November 13, will offer free admission to wine enthusiasts in celebration of World Wine Tourism Day.

ACI Europe: Greek Airports Beat 2019 Passenger Traffic Levels in Q3

Passenger traffic through airports in Greece exceeded pre-pandemic 2019 levels in the third quarter of 2022, according to data by ACI Europe.

Santorini Most Searched-for Greek Destination on Tripadvisor

The island of Santorini was the most searched-for destination in Greece on travel platform Tripadvisor during the first nine months of 2022.

Greece’s New Airline ‘Cycladic’ to Facilitate Island Hopping

Cycladic, a new airline in Greece, has launched flights that will facilitate island hopping between the Cyclades, Crete and Rhodes.

Melia Hotels International Set on Doubling Portfolio in Greece

Spanish hospitality group Melia Hotels International aims to double its portfolio of hotels in Greece by 2025.

ACI Europe: Greece August 2022 Passenger Traffic Outdoes 2019 Levels

Greek airports saw passenger traffic in August exceed pre-Covid 2019 levels by 4.5%, according to data released by airport trade body ACI Europe.

Culture Ministry Announces Expansion of Rhodes’ Medieval City

The Medieval City of Rhodes, which includes the highly visited Palace of the Grand Master, will be extended by 18,000m2, the Greek Culture Ministry has announced.

Seven Greek Islands Included on The Telegraph’s ‘Must-Visit’ List

Corfu, Santorini, Symi, Mykonos, Rhodes, Lefkada and Crete are among the 20 Mediterranean islands that people must visit in their lifetime, according to a list by The Telegraph.

Fraport Greece and Air France Show Support for Zakynthos’ Sea Turtles

Fraport Greece and Air France are supporting the work of Archelon, a non-profit association that protects sea turtles and their habitats on the Ionian island of Zakynthos.

Properties on Mykonos, Paros, Santorini in High Demand by Foreigners

Mykonos, Paros and Santorini have the highest property rates in proportion to demand as the local real estate market continues its upward trend.

Celestyal Cruises Supports Refugees of Ukraine War

Celestyal Cruises has expanded its partnership with the “Ark of the World” to support mothers and children that have fled the war in Ukraine.

T+L: Greece has 3 of the World’s Best Islands for 2022

The readers of Travel + Leisure (T+L) placed the Greek islands of Milos, Paros and Crete among the “25 Best Islands in the World” for 2022.

Celestyal Cruises Launches New ‘Shore Experiences’ Program for its Guests

Celestyal Cruises is introducing its guests to a new program of shore excursions offering them the opportunity to explore destinations further and persue personal passions such as gastronomy, art and adventure.

The Greek Villas Add 5 New Destinations to Portfolio in Greece

The Greek Villas recently added five new destinations to its portfolio in Greece.

Rhodes Next Greek Island to ‘Go Smart’

The Greek government will provide support in the overall process of the digital and administrative transformation of Rhodes, according to Digital Governance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis.