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AEGEAN to Transfer Holy Light from Athens to Greek Cities, Islands

AEGEAN will transfer the Holy Light to nine destinations in Greece ahead of Holy Saturday’s midnight Easter ceremony.

Attica: Greece’s Most Visited Region in 2023  

Attica, the region that encompasses the entire Athens metropolitan area, was the most visited in Greece in 2023 accounting for over 7.8 million tourist visits.

Study: Athens Among Top 10 European Hotspots for Art Lovers

Athens is 7th on the list of the top 20 best European cities for travelers who love art.

Booming Influx of American Tourists Expected in Europe this Summer

The number of Americans traveling to Europe is set to rise by 34% this summer, with Athens among the Top 10 destinations.

Travel Activity Surges in Greece as Easter Holiday Begins

Traffic increases at Piraeus Port, Athens Airport, and major highways as Greeks set off for the five-day Easter holiday.

Greek Airline AEGEAN Invests in More Seats and New Routes

Greek airline AEGEAN plans to expand seating capacity across its key hubs this year following a record performance 2023.

Athens Flair Hotel Opens Doors for ‘Open House Athens’ Event

The Athens Flair, a boutique hotel in Athens, recently opened its doors for architectural tours within the framework of the Open House events in the city.

Greece Hands Olympic Flame to Paris 2024 Organizers

Greece on Friday handed over the flame for the Summer Olympic Games to a delegation from the Paris 2024 Organizing Committee during a symbolic ceremony in Athens.

Short-term Rental Managers Seek Meeting with Athens Mayor to Discuss Taxation

Short-term rentals managers are calling on the mayor of Athens to arrange a meeting to discuss ways of cooperation and taxation.

Athenaeum Hotels Group Opening New 5-Star Hotel in Athens

Greek hospitality group Athenaeum Hotels has announced the addition of a new luxury 5-star hotel to its portfolio of properties in Athens.

Study: Athens Among Best Cities for Family Science Trips

Home to five science museums, Athens is included among the top 20 cities for a science trip, according to a new report.

Technopolis: New 3-day Beer Festival Coming to Athens in May

A new beer festival is coming to Athens and for three days will quench the thirst of beer lovers with well-known and rare beer labels from around the world.

Athens Hotels See 5.9% Surge in January-March Occupancy Over 2023

Occupancy levels at Athens hotels in Q1 increased to 63.5% with the average room rate at 98.47 euros.

Air Travel Capacity Hits a High as Greek Easter Holiday Rush Begins

Air ticket bookings show a strong demand by Greeks for domestic and international travel for Orthodox Easter and May Day.

Greece Launches Contactless ‘Tap & Pay’ System on Athens Airport Express Buses

A new contactless 'Tap & Pay' System is now available for passengers riding the express buses to Athens International Airport.

Mideast Travel Promotes Greece at Luxury Tourism Workshop in Egypt

Mideast Travel introduced the "captivating charm" and rich cultural heritage of Greece during the Greek Luxury Tourism Workshop in Egypt.

Acropolis Museum Exhibition: The Parthenon and Byron

On the occasion of 200 years since Lord Byron’s death, the Acropolis Museum honors his memory with a symbolic exhibition.

Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards: The Best Greek Hotels for 2024

More than 100 Greek hotels are on Tripadvisor's "Best of the Best" lists for 2024 that are based on reviews of real travelers.

Athens Mayor Wants Municipality to Receive Earnings from Climate Resilience Levy

Athens Mayor Haris Doukas is calling for an increase in a tourist tax that will support the municipality in view of a rising number of arrivals.

The Bridge: Avant Mar Hotel to Open New ‘Bar Destination’ on Paros

A key feature of the Avant Mar on Paros this year will be "The Bridge", the hotel's new Gin and Tonic Bar expected to become a new "bar destination" on the island.