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Mitsis Group Opens New Urban Hotel at Piraeus Port

Greek hospitality group Mitsis Hotels opened the doors of the Mitsis N’U Piraeus Port, its first urban hotel near Piraeus Port, the largest passenger port in Europe.

Posted On 10 Apr 2024

, By GTP editing team

Greek Tourism Minister Inaugurates New Mitsis Group Hotel in Piraeus

Greece's tourism minister inaugurated a new Mitsis Group hotel in Piraeus near the metro, shopping district, and cruise terminals.

Posted On 08 Apr 2024

, By GTP editing team

Cyprus-Greece Ferry Connection to Start on May 29

The ferry service linking Cyprus with Greece is scheduled to resume operations for a third year in a row this May.

Posted On 08 Apr 2024

, By GTP editing team

Photo © Greek Travel Pages (GTP)

Piraeus Port Sees Strong Revenues from Cruise, Ferry Travel in 2023

Cruise travel and coastal shipping activities drive Piraeus Port Authority revenues up in 2023.

Posted On 01 Apr 2024

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MSC Cruises Expands to Year-round Operation in Greece

MSC Cruises has announced winter calls to Greek ports, expanding operation in Greece to year-round.

Posted On 27 Mar 2024

, By GTP editing team

Avant Mar Hotel on Paros Opens its Doors on April 26

The 5-star boutique hotel Avant Mar on Paros, stretching across the crystal-clear waters of Piperi Beach, will be welcoming back its guests as of April 26.

Posted On 12 Mar 2024

, By GTP editing team

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.

Posted On 08 Mar 2024

, By GTP editing team

Photo source: celebrity Cruises

Greece Breaks All Cruise Records in 2023, Says Hellenic Ports Association

Greece broke all cruise records in 2023 with 49 Greek ports welcoming 5,230 cruise ship arrivals and 7,003,150 passengers.

Posted On 07 Mar 2024

, By GTP editing team

Celebrity Cruises Chooses Piraeus, Greece, as Homeport for ‘Infinity’ Ship

Celebrity Cruises has chosen Piraeus, Greece, as the homeport for its revamped "Infinity" vessel, which will offer seven to 11-night sailings until October.

Posted On 26 Feb 2024

, By Asimina Doumani

Minoan Lines Introduces New Cretan Food Menu on ‘Festos’ and ‘Knossos’ Ferries

Minoan Lines’ passengers will now have the opportunity to enjoy new Cretan gastronomy experiences when traveling on the Festos Palace and Knossos Palace cruise ferries.

Posted On 23 Jan 2024

, By GTP editing team

Piraeus Port Welcomes Over 1.5 Million Cruise Passengers in 2023

Piraeus Port in Greece achieved a historical record in 2023 by welcoming some 1.5 million cruise passengers in total, compared to 880,000 in 2022.

Posted On 05 Jan 2024

, By GTP editing team

Piraeus Port Upgrade and Expansion Works to Resume

Greece’s Environment Ministry approved environmental terms for improvements at Piraeus Port.

Posted On 25 Sep 2023

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Piraeus Invites All to 2nd Taste Festival for ‘Seafood and More’

The Municipality of Piraeus will hold its second “Piraeus Taste Festival: Seafood and More” event on World Tourism Day.

Posted On 20 Sep 2023

, By GTP editing team

Piraeus Port Sees ‘Impressive’ 85% Increase in Cruise Passengers in Jan-Aug

The port in Piraeus, the largest port in Greece and one of the largest in Europe, saw a 85% increase in cruise passengers from January to August.

Posted On 15 Sep 2023

, By GTP editing team

Man Drowns in Piraeus Port After Being Pushed Off Blue Horizon Ferry

A 36-year-old man died after being forcefully pushed off a ferry departing from Piraeus Port.

Posted On 06 Sep 2023

, By GTP editing team

Cruise Segment in Greece Marking Steady Growth

The cruise segment in Greece is fast approaching pre-Covid 2019 levels, with over 5 million passengers expected this year.

Posted On 04 Aug 2023

, By GTP editing team

Piraeus Port: Self Baggage Drop Off Hub for Airline Passengers Departing from Athens Airport Opens

Flying back home from Athens just got easier thanks to a new self bag drop off point for travelers that opened at the port of Piraeus.

Posted On 21 Jul 2023

, By Nikos Krinis

‘Enchanted Princess’ Ship Sets Sail for Mediterranean Cruises from Piraeus Port

A group of Greek travel agents had the opportunity to tour the Enchanted Princess ship of Princess Cruise Lines at Piraeus port.

Posted On 21 Jun 2023

, By GTP editing team

Photo source: Piraeus Port Authority

Greece and Piraeus Among Top Luxury Cruise Destinations in June

Greece and Piraeus are among the most popular luxury cruise hotspots this month, according to CruiseCompete’s latest survey on global cruise trends.

Posted On 15 Jun 2023

, By GTP editing team

Cruising the Saronic Gulf Islands with Meandros Tours

Meandros Tours once again has set sail in and is offering visitors in Greece the chance to discover the beauty of the Saronic Gulf islands.

Posted On 08 Jun 2023

, By GTP editing team

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