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Transport Ministry to Launch Tender for Santorini Port Upgrade

The Greek Transport Ministry has set aside 8.4 million euros to be used to fund the upgrade of the Athinios port on the Cyclades island of Santorini. 

Aria Hotels Adds ‘Archipel Mansion’ to Santorini Portfolio

The Aria Hotels group has added another luxury property to its growing portfolio on Santorini, the Archipel Mansion located in Fira.

Santorini Cruise Ship Controls Kick Off

In efforts to decongest the world-famed caldera, Santorini's local authorities announced the launch of a new berthing management system for incoming cruise ships.

Santorini Salutes ‘Selene’ Founder for Linking Travel with Gastronomy

Selene restaurant on Santorini, the brainchild of George Hadjiyannakis, has played a leading role in introducing the world to the island’s Cycladic cuisine.

Celebrity Cruises: Five Ships to Sail Europe in Summer 2019

Celebrity Cruises will welcome the 2019 summer season with five luxury ships and itineraries to 92 ports in Europe, including destinations in Greece.

Fraport Greece Presents Revamp Plans for Santorini Airport

Fraport Greece presented its makeover plans for the Santorini Airport to tourism officials and local authorities, during an event recently held on the island.

Trivago: Athens, Santorini, Crete Among Top Choices for Autumn Holidaymakers

Athens, Santorini and Crete are among the most popular autumn destinations for Greek and foreign holidaymakers, according to a survey by trivago.

Santorini, Corfu Included in World’s ‘Best Honeymoon Destinations for 2017-18’

The Greek islands of Santorini and Corfu are among the 20 “Best Honeymoon Destinations for 2017-18” in the world, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Live the ‘Santorini Experience’ – Registration Now Open!

Professional and amateur athletes are invited to live the 3rd "Santorini Experience" on October 6-8 on the island of Santorini.

Santorini System to Regulate Cruise Ship Arrivals

The launch of a cruise berthing management system that will regulate incoming traffic to Santorini has been announced by the Municipal Port Fund of Thira.

Santorini: The Luxury of Experience & Emotions

If there is one Greek island that everyone dreams of having the luxury to visit, then that definitely is Santorini.

Santorini Mayor Warns that too Much Tourism is Taking a Toll

Famous across the globe for its stunning beauty, the volcanic island of Santorini is now facing the dire consequences of too much tourism, which appears to be taking a toll on the very natural landscape it is known for.

Four Out of Europe’s Top 10 Worst Airports are in Greece

Four out of the 10 airports in Europe voted as being the worst in 2016 are in Greece, according to travel site sleepinginairports.net.

‘Santorini Experience’ Returns for Second Year

For a second year in a row, fans of swimming, running and of Santorini will get to see breathtaking views, take on challenging routes and have a rewarding experience!

Grace Santorini Honored for its Greek Cuisine and Young Talented Chef

The upscale boutique hotel Grace Santorini has won two prominent awards at the Golden Chef’s Hat Awards 2016/Greek Cuisine Awards 2016.

Santorini Mayor Discusses Airport Revamp with New Manager

Senior executives of the Fraport AG-Slentel consortium, which will take over the management of 14 Greek regional airports, recently briefed the Mayor of Thira, Anastasios – Nikolaos Zorzos, on their plans for Santorini Airport.

Santorini’s Recycling Program Receives Silver Award

The Greek island of Santorini was honored with the silver award for the recycling program of the Municipality of Thera, during the recent Waste & Recycling Awards 2015 in Athens.

Tourism Awards 2016: New Members Added to Judging Committee

Tourism and subject matter experts have been added to this year’s Judging Committee of the third edition of the Tourism Awards.

Greek Airports Deal to Go Down in Black and White

The privatization agreement between the government and German contractor Fraport-Slentel for the management of 14 regional airports in Greece is set to be finalized in 10 days.

Four Greek Airports Blacklisted, Aegean VP Calls for Upgrades

"2015 was the worst year with regard to operations and functionality of Greece’s airports", Aegean Airlines Vice President Eftychios Vassilakis said while speaking at SETE's 14th Greek Tourism Confederation conference. Meanwhile, four Greek regional airports have been listed...