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Bookings to Greece from Austria Heat Up at Ferien-Messe Wien 2023 Trade Fair

Greece is a leading holiday destination for Austrian travelers this year with demand increasing.

Controversy in Greece Over Closure of Shipwreck Beach on Zakynthos

The Greek Tourism Ministry’s decision to shut down Navagio Beach this summer causes controversy.

Greece’s Famous Navagio Beach May Close Due to Safety Risk

One of Greece’s most popular beaches, Navagio on the island of Zakynthos, is being closed off to the public this summer due to safety risk.

ITB Berlin: Alltours and TUI See High Demand by Germans for Greece in 2023

Alltours and TUI expect strong demand by German travelers for Greece this summer season.

Greek Destinations Among The Telegraph’s Top 50 Hotspots for Family Holidays

A number of Greek island and mainland destinations are among the travel hotspots that The Telegraph suggests on its “50 fabulous family holidays for 2023” list.

Tripadvisor: Greek Destinations Among ‘Best of the Best’ Places to Travel in 2023

Athens, Crete, Rhodes, Santorini and Zakynthos are included on Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2023 Best of the Best Destinations Awards lists.

Eurowings: New Connections, More Flights to Greece in Summer 2023

German low-cost carrier Eurowings will add new connections and more frequent flights to Greek destinations this summer.

Austrians Have Eyes Set on Greece for Summer 2023

Destinations in Greece are in high demand among Austrian travelers for the coming summer period.

Tourism for All: Alternative Destinations in Greece See Rise of Domestic Tourists

Greece’s alternative destinations in 2022 saw a boost in Greek visitors thanks to the “Tourism for All” subsidy program for domestic holidays.

Photo of Rubbish-filled Zakynthos Shipwreck Beach Goes Viral

A photo of Zakynthos’ most famous site, Navagio Beach, filled with rubbish went viral creating a stir among local and government authorities.

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.

Domes Aulūs Zante Opens After €13.5m Renovation

Following an extensive 13.5-million-euro renovation, the luxury Domes Aulūs Zante resort opened its doors this month on Zakynthos and is welcoming guests.

Lesante Collection Adds New Hotel on Zakynthos to Portfolio

The Lesante Cape resort on Zakynthos opened its doors recently as the latest addition to the roster of the award-winning Lesante Collection group.

Domes Resorts Introduces ‘Aulūs’ Brand with New Hotels on Crete, Zakynthos

The Domes Resorts & Reserves group has launched its new Aulūs brand with the opening of two hotels on Crete and Zakynthos.

Crete, Zakynthos and Kos are Favorites for Dutch, Belgian Travelers in Summer 2022

Crete, Zakynthos and Kos are the favorite islands of Dutch and Belgian travelers for the summer of 2022, a survey by Griekenland.net reveals.

Actions Discussed to Ensure Safety at Zakynthos Shipwreck Site

Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias and local authorities recently discussed safety standards for the operation of Zakynthos' famous Navagio site.

UK’s Evening Standard Reveals 20 Most Beautiful Greek Islands for Summer Holidays

The UK’s Evening Standard newspaper has published a list with 20 of the most beautiful Greek islands that travelers should visit during the upcoming summer season.

Blue Air Adds New Greek Destinations to 2022 Summer Schedule

Blue Air will fly to new Greek island destinations from three Romanian cities during the summer of 2022.

Greek Tourism Minister Explains Plan for Zakynthos’ Shipwreck Site

Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias elaborated on plans to further develop one of Greece’s most popular sites, the Navagio Beach on Zakynthos.

Greek Tourism Draft Law Prioritizes Restoring Zakynthos’ Shipwreck Site

A newly tabled draft law covering Greece’s tourism strategy is focused among others on restoring and upgrading the Navagio shipwreck site on Zakynthos.