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Seajets’ New High-speed Vessel Arrives in Piraeus Port

The latest member of Seajets’ family, EuroChampion Jet, which can transport 1,500 passengers and 380 vehicles, is ready to be painted in the company's livery.

Europa Nostra: 3 Cycladic Islands on Most Endangered Sites 2024 Shortlist

Three Cycladic islands are among the 11 most threatened heritage sites in Europe shortlisted for the “7 Most Endangered” program of Europa Nostra for 2024.

Halkidiki, Athens, Cyclades Islands Attract Foreign Home Buyers in 2023

Halkidiki, Athens and the Cyclades islands attracted foreign investors looking to buy a home in Greece last year.

Greek Water Airports: Seaplane Port on Kea Island Gets Approval

A new seaplane port to be constructed on Kea island received approval this month.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tourist Arrivals at South Aegean Islands Jump 15% Over pre-COVID Levels

Greece’s South Aegean islands, which include popular destinations like Rhodes, Santorini, and Mykonos, are breaking traveler flow records in 2022.

Peloponnese: Kalamata to Get Port for Seaplanes

Kalamata in the Peloponnese is preparing to welcome seaplane port infrastructure and to become an innovative destination in Greece, says the city’s mayor, Thanasis Vassilopoulos.

ANEK Lines Promotes Greek Destinations at Italy’s TTG Travel Experience Fair

Greek destinations were promoted through ANEK Line's participation at the 59th TTG Travel Experience Fair recently held in Italy.

These are the Top 3 Destinations in Greece for Holiday Home Seekers

Athens, the Cyclades and Halkidiki are the Top 3 destinations in Greece where international buyers are looking for holiday homes.

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.

Michelin-Starred Chef Ollie Dabbous Presents Greece’s Wines at London Event

Michelin-starred Chef Ollie Dabbous presented the wine routes and varieties of four Greek regions – Macedonia, Peloponnese, Cyclades and Crete - to foreign journalists in London.

Greece: Hotel Booking Demand to Hit 20-year High in 2022, Says Eurobank

Demand for hotel bookings in Greece is expected to hit a 20-year high in 2022, according to data presented by Eurobank.

UK’s Biggest Media Put the Spotlight on Greece this Year

Some of the UK’s leading travel magazines and newspapers promoted Greece this year as a top destination for summer and autumn holidays.