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Athens’ Sofia Vembo Square in Ampelokipi Gets a New Look

Athens' Sofia Vembo Square in the Ampelokipi neighborhood has been revamped through the municipality’s “Adopt Your City” program.

Three Iconic Squares in Athens Changing to Welcome New Metro Line

The Municipality of Athens will be launching an open competitions for the revamp of three central squares ahead new metro operations.

Athens Municipality Announces Two New Green Spaces in Sepolia and Rizoupoli Neighbourhoods

The Municipality of Athens plans to create two new green spaces in the Sepolia and Rizoupoli neighborhoods of the Greek capital.

Pre-Covid Occupancy Levels Still Not Achievable for Athens Hoteliers  

Occupancy levels at hotels in Athens reached 63.7% during January-April, down by 5.9% compared to 2019.

New York Post Highlights Two Greek ‘Must-visit’ Islands: Sifnos & Naxos

The New York Post presents top Greek destinations with Sifnos and Naxos emerging as “must-visit” islands for culture, relaxation and exquisite cuisine.

InterContinental Athenaeum Athens Among Europe’s Top 10 Hotels for Meetings for 2023

Cvent has included the InterContinental Athenaeum Athens among Europe’s top hotels for meetings, highlighting its excellence in hosting corporate events and embracing technology to engage planners.

Athenian Riviera to Welcome Mandarin Oriental Hotel

The first Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Athens is set to open on the coastal front of The Ellinikon in the summer of 2027.

Contract Paves Way for Construction of Panathinaikos Stadium in Athens

The Municipality of Athens signed a contract with a consortium for the construction of the Panathinaikos Stadium in Votanikos.

Google Adds Two New Routes to Athens Online Audio Guide

Two new routes are now available on Google's “Athens. The city is the museum” online platform that aims to help visitors discover the lesser-known neighborhoods of the city.

Greece Names 2023 IVF Year to Promote Health Tourism

As part of ongoing efforts to promote Greece’s health tourism advantages, the Greek Health Tourism Council Elitour will name 2023 the “In Vitro Fertilization Year”.  

Museum Dedicated to Greek Theater Director Karolos Koun to Open in Athens

A new museum that will pay tribute to the life and achievements of renowned Greek theater director Karolos Koun will open in the Plaka district in Athens.

Athens’ Grande Bretagne & King George Hotels Shine at FNL Awards

Athenian hotels Grande Bretagne and King George were honored at the FNL Best Restaurant Awards with distinctions for their unique culinary offerings.

Some Greek Archaeological Sites, Museums to Close Early on Election Day, May 21

A number of museums and archaeological sites in Greece will close early on election day, Sunday, May 21.

Greece and Athens See Ratings Rise for Travel Experience in Q1

Greece and Athens got high points for overall traveler experience in Q1, according to the latest sentiment tracker by INSETE.

Six Senses Luxury Resorts to Make Debut Near Athens

Luxury hospitality giant Six Senses will make its debut in Greece with the Six Senses Megalonisos hotel near the island of Evia.

Odysseus Elytis Museum in Athens Almost Complete

The Odysseus Elytis Museum, a new cultural space that will honor the Nobel Prize-winning Greek poet, is expected to become a major attraction for visitors in Athens.

BOND Events Wins Bronze Award for Excellence in Conference Tourism-MICE

BOND Events & Travel won a Bronze award in the 'Conference Tourism-MICE' category at the Greek Tourism Awards 2023 event in Athens.

Athens Named One of the Top 10 Best Destinations for September Vacation

The Independent includes Athens in the top 10 global destinations for September vacations, citing mild weather and rich history as key attractions.

Acropolis Museum: Free Entry on Saturday Night, All Day on May 18

The Acropolis Museum, one of the most popular museums in Athens and across Greece, will open its doors with free admission on two special occasions this month.

Study: Greece’s Popularity as Wine Tourism Destination on the Up

Greece is gaining popularity for its wine tourism experiences, with a 41% increase in searches for wine tours and tasting in 2022, according to a study by Tourix.