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January Arrivals at Regional Airports in Greece Up by 7.4%, Thessaloniki in the Lead

Greece’s 14 regional airports reported rising arrival figures in January, up by 7.4% compared to the same month a year ago.

Gopa Project: Skiathos Launches Cigarette Butt Recycling Scheme

The Municipality of Skiathos has launched the "Gopa Project" to raise awareness of recycling and highlight the importance of protecting the environment.

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.

Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards: Greece’s Top Hotels for 2023 – Lists

More than 80 Greek hotels are included on the Best of the Best lists of the 2023 Travelers’ Choice Awards by Tripadvisor.

Skopelos, Greece, Among Top 10 Most Popular Movie Locations to Visit

The Greek island of Skopelos, the filming location of “Mamma Mia!”, is among the top 10 movie destinations in the world that people want to visit, according to a study.

January Airport Traffic in Greece Beats 2022 and 2019 Levels

Passenger traffic through Greece’s airports in January surpassed both 2022 and pre-Covid 2019 levels, says the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

Talks Underway for New Evia-Sporades Islands Ferry Link

A new ferry connection between Northern Evia and the Sporades islands is being examined.

Elivi Skiathos Promises Guests Exciting New Experiences for 2022 Season

The Elivi Skiathos resort is inviting travelers to discover the island of Skiathos through outdoor activities including hiking, cycling and diving.

Alonissos Underwater Museum to Reopen for 2021 Summer Season

The Alonissos Underwater Museum is ready to reopen its doors for the summer season, and guide visitors through its unique 5th century shipwreck.

Elivi Skiathos Beachfront Resort Ready to Open on May 28

The luxury beachfront resort Elivi Skiathos will open its doors to welcome visitors as of May 28.

National Geographic Gives 6 Countries a ‘Tour’ of Alonissos’ Underwater Museum

National Geographic is offering its readers in six countries a complete introduction to Greece's first underwater museum, located near the island of Alonissos.

Greece’s First Underwater Museum on Alonissos Opens to Public

The Alonissos Underwater Museum, the first such museum in Greece, recently opened to offer divers the chance to explore the 5th-century shipwreck of Peristera.

Elivi Skiathos Opens its Doors for Summer 2020 on July 1

Elivi Skiathos, a luxury hotel located on the Greek island of Skiathos, is getting ready to open its doors for the summer season and welcome guests as of July 1.

‘Dive in Blue Growth’ Event Focuses on Development of Diving Tourism in Greece

The development of diving parks and visitable underwater areas in Greece was discussed at the "Dive in Blue Growth" conference in Athens.

Alonissos’ Peristera Shipwreck to Welcome Visitors in 2020

The 5th-century shipwreck of Peristera, located off the Northern Sporades island of Alonissos, is scheduled to open to the public in the summer of 2020.

Peristera Shipwreck off Alonissos to Become Underwater Museum

Authorities on the Northern Sporades island of Alonissos have announced plans to create an underwater museum around the 5th century shipwreck of Peristera.

Skiathos Palace Cup Sets Sail for May 10-12

The Greek island of Skiathos is once again preparing to host the Skiathos Palace Cup, an annual sailboat match racing event, which will be held during May 20-12.

Alonissos Sets Example with Marine Economy Best Practices

The Greek island of Alonissos contributed to a workshop on how to develop marine tourism that will benefit the local and national economy without causing damage.

Alonissos Named ‘Best Green Eco Destination’ in Greece

The island of Alonissos has been honored with a Gold award as the "Best Green Eco Destination" in Greece at the Greek Travel Awards in Sweden.

Alonissos Attracts Interest of Leading Travel Experts in Finland

A number of Finnish tourism professionals and journalists were introduced to the tourism offerings of Alonissos in Greece, during an event in Helsinki.